QCDFVR

Save the Date! The Queensland Indigenous Family Violence Prevention Forum is returning to Mackay on 20–21 May 2026! This upcoming Forum will again feature presentations from community representatives, so if you'd like to share what's happening in your community or organisation we'd love to hear from you - especially if you're: - working in a First Nations organisation or mainly with First Nations clients or communities, and - part of a service or organisation focused on preventing or responding to domestic, family or sexual violence. If this sounds like you please get in touch. qcdfvronline@cqu.edu.au noviolence.org.au/qifvp-forum/

Today is Human Rights Day. Together we stand against digital abuse - because online violence is real violence. #HumanRightsDay #QCDFVR #EndDigitalViolence #16Days #Noexcuse #Acttoendviolence

📷 The Beacon – Issue 4 is out now! Fresh insights, research updates, resources, and news from across the sector to keep you informed. 📷 Read the latest edition here: mailchi.mp/.../welcome-to…... #TheBeaconNewsletter #QCDFVR #issue4

📢 New Publication Alert 📝 Congratulations to the @CQU and @Griffith_Uni staff on the publication of this important scoping review of literature on emergency healthcare for patients experiencing intimate partner violence, also providing recommendations to improve clinical practice. Read it here: lnkd.in/gwrsMM5v

💛 R U OK? Day 💛 Domestic violence often hides in silence. Asking “R U OK?” can help someone feel seen, heard, and supported. You don’t need to have all the answers — just be there, listen, and encourage seeking help. If you or someone you know is affected, call 1800RESPECT for 24/7 support. #RUOKDay #YouAreNotAlone #DomesticViolenceAwareness

Congratulations and thanks to the Domestic Violence Prevention Centre (DVPC) and their partners for hosting an incredibly insightful and impactful conference on the beautiful lands of the Kombumerri Saltwater people. QCDFVR's Senior Research Fellow Dr Liane McDermott attended The Disruption Conference — two powerful days of connection, learning, and deep reflection with the sector. The event focused on strengthening responses to domestic and family violence and amplifying the voices of victim-survivors at the heart of this work. #TDC2025 #qcdfvr #domesticviolenceawareness #dfvprevention #safercommunities

Suewellyn was fortunate to be able to attend one of the technology abuse risk assessment and safety planning workshops delivered by Grant through the Concentric Concepts RITA program for victim-survivors of DFV. Many thanks to the Mackay Community Foundation for providing funding for this important training which was obtained through the Mackay Integrated Services Team. #qcdfvr #safetyplanning #DFVsupport #DigitalSafety #DomesticViolenceAwareness #SupportingSurvivors #mackaycommunity

Today is Wear It Purple Day, a day to celebrate and support LGBTQIA+ youth – but also to acknowledge one of the major challenges they face, domestic and family violence. Let’s wear purple today to show we care, standing for safety, respect and inclusion for all. #WearItPurple #DFVawareness #LGBTQIA+ #BoldVoicesBrightFutures #QCDFVR

📣Don't miss this career opportunity! Applications closing 7.9.25. We are on the look out for our next Research Project Officer! This position is based in Mackay. To find out more or to apply head to careers.cqu.edu.au/job/Mackay-Res…

🌟Lighting the Way: Empowering Educators to Spot the Signs of DFV 🌟 Last Saturday, QCDFVR presented a workshop at the Lighting the Way conference for the fourth year in a row. Elizabeth Boardman spoke with hard working teachers aids from across Queensland about how DFV can affect children and how to recognise the signs. Thank you to the United Workers Union for the opportunity. #LightingTheWayConference #QCDFVR #CQUniversity #DFVAwareness #SupportingChildren #QueenslandEducation

Join our free webinar on research higher degrees at CQU on Monday, 18 August, 1–2:15pm AEST. Learn about courses, topics, supervisors, applications, and funding. Register now: ow.ly/kteH50WvPk0

Recently, Heather, Liane, and Vicki were delighted to meet with Lucy Lord, CEO of the Red Rose Foundation, in Brisbane. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect. Thank you Lucy! @Redrose48829729 #RedRoseFoundation #QCDFVR #CommunityConnections #EndDFV #WorkingTogether

QCDFVR's Senior Research Fellow Dr Liane McDermott has been busy lately! Here's some snaps of the professional development activities she has been involved in recently. 📚 Accelerate 2025 – Supervisor Training & Events Cohort & 🔬 Research Leadership Program. Liane’s commitment to growth and leadership is inspiring, and we’re excited to see how these experiences will continue to enrich her work at QCDFVR and beyond! #QCDFVR #ProfessionalDevelopment #Accelerate2025 #ResearchLeadership #EmpoweringChange

🌟 QCDFVR staff were proud to be part of the Queensland Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Council's recent visit to Mackay. QCDFVR was able to showcase some of our evidence-based and impactful initiatives that support safer communities both in Mackay and across Queensland. 📬 Read the full newsletter here: dfvcouncil.premiers.qld.gov.au/v/99023/106406… @CQU #DFVResearch #Domesticviolenceprevention #CommunitySafety #Creatingandsharingknowledge #QCDFVR

QCDFVR’s Dr Xanthe Mallett featured in Channel 9’s Murder Down Under: Byron Bay Murders, investigating the mystery of 67 unsolved disappearances and murderers of young women between Newcastle and Byron Bay. Her forensic and criminology expertise helps shine a light on the long-standing mysteries after decades without a single arrest. 📺 Watch it on 9Now 9now.com.au/murder-down-un… @CQU @XantheMallett @9Now #TrueCrime #ByronBayMurders #DrXantheMallett #QCDFVR #MurderDownUnder

Together We Act, United We Change 💙 This April, people across the country showed up to support survivors and take action. #SAAM2025 was full of powerful moments. 📄 Read the highlights: ow.ly/7far50WtB9b

Last week, the QCDFVR team joined the CQU Mackay Community Cultural Trivia Night to celebrate Indigenous culture and NAIDOC Week. It was a fun, challenging, and competitive evening where teams came together to test their cultural knowledge in a spirit of community and learning. Featured here: QCDFVR Senior Lecturer Suewellyn Kelly and CQU’s Indigenous Social and Emotional Wellbeing caseworker Mellisa Taggart. @CQU #CQU #QCDFVR #NAIDOC2025 #TriviaNight

Congratulations to the QLRC on conducting this valuable research about the experiences of police and lawyers as part of their non-fatal strangulation review. QCDFVR were pleased to contribute to this important study. qlrc.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/… #QCDFVR #QLRC #nonfatalstrangulation #lawreform #QPS

📸 2025 QIFVP Forum Moments Did you know that the official photo gallery from the 2025 QIFVP Forum is now live? 🎉 Relive the highlights, explore insightful presentations, and dive into the full Forum Report — all available in one place. 🔗noviolence.org.au/past-events/ #QIFVP2025 #ForumHighlights #KnowledgeSharing

🌟NAIDOC WEEK 🌟 A wonderful NAIDOC march and family fun day with our very own Suewellyn participating throughout the day and sharing our QCDFVR and CQU resources and information. @CQU @naidocweek #NAIDOC2025 #KeepTheFireBurning #QCDFVR #CQUni #CommunityStrong #FirstNationsVoices #FamilyFunDay #MackayEvents