Guidance Officer Update
The month of May is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and is an opportunity for us to stop and reflect on how we can lead for good within our school and our community.
The purpose of Domestic Violence Awareness Month is to promote a clear message that we do not tolerate inequality and/or domestic and family violence.
We are not going to shy away from the fact that there are people in our community who have been, are, or will be affected by domestic and family violence. Instead, we take a stand against family and domestic violence. Not now, not ever. Together. Domestic and family violence is never okay!
As parents, and as influencers of young people, we want the best for kids. We want them to have positive experiences, healthy relationships and opportunities to learn. We want them to understand right and wrong. We want them to respect others and respect themselves.
We do our best to set a good example, but sometimes, without meaning to, we might say things that excuse disrespectful behaviour in young people.
It’s important we understand the cycle of violence. Not all disrespect towards women and men results in violence. But all violence starts with disrespectful behaviour. We can all help stop it at the start.
For information on services and support, please visit the link.
Here are some important contacts to share within the community to help raise awareness and support those affected by family and domestic violence.
DVConnect Womensline
Phone 1800 811 811 (24 hours, 7 days)
DVConnect Mensline
Phone 1800 600 636 (9am to 12 midnight, 7 days)
1800RESPECT
Phone 1800 737 732 (24 hours, 7 days)
Kids Helpline
Phone 1800 551 800 (24 hours, 7 days)
Elder Abuse Helpline
Queensland phone 1300 651 192, rest of Australia phone (07) 3867 2525 (9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday)
State-wide Sexual Assault Helpline (Queensland)
Phone 1800 010 120 (7.30am to 11.30pm, 7 days)
If you would like support, please email Pascale Street (Guidance Officer) to arrange an appointment – ppier6@eq.edu.au or contact 5555 3333.