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Domestic violence leave

WLS NSW supports the We Won’t Wait campaign, which is asking that a universal right to paid domestic violence leave be included in legislation. One of our lawyers talks about the need for domestic violence leave in this short video of frontline workers reflecting on why paid domestic violence leave is so important in ensuring women and children experiencing […]

16 Days of Activism Statement

Women’s Legal Service NSW Aboriginal Women’s Consultation Network and Indigenous Women’s Legal Program have made a statement for the 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence, 25th November 2016 – 11th December 2016.

Vulnerable witness protection

There is a strong need for legislative protection in the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) to prevent victims/survivors of family violence from being directly cross-examined by their alleged abusers as well as having to directly cross-examine their alleged abusers in family law proceedings.

Dealing with FaCS – Top Ten Tips

This resource helps women and families deal with the government services in charge of keeping children safe

Lodge Victims Reassessment Claim Now!

Victims who lodged a compensation claim under the old scheme must apply by 31 August 2016 for reassessment of their claim.

Women and Family Law Basics – 31 August

The next seminar on “Women and Family Law – Basics” will take place in Parramatta on Wednesday 31 August 2016.

This seminar will focus on legal issues associated with family law, including divorce, children, property and the intersection between family law and domestic violence law.

Registrations are due by close of business Friday 26 August 2016.