Domestic violence resource centre
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This article is written for women and assumes a male offender, however SECASA acknowledges that both men and women can be survivors of sexual abuse and that offenders can be male and female.
A library for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault
The Domestic Violence Resource Centre provides a special library for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and incest. The library holds a range of books, articles, news clippings, videos and audio tapes, including:
- Self-help books and resources for survivors on recovery and healing
- Stories written by and for survivors
- Resources in various languages
- Resources for mothers, partners, family and friends
- Books and resources for children who have experienced abuse, or witnessed violence.
The library is also available to students, community workers and other professionals who are seeking information on domestic violence and incest.
Domestic Violence Resource Centre (DVRC)
BORROWING:
Books, tapes and videos may be borrowed for 2 weeks at a time. Photocopying is also available.
OPENING HOURS:
The library is open Monday and Thursday mornings. and Wednesday afternoons.
Please ring first to book a time to come in.
Types of pamphlets;
- Safety for Women
- Information for Mothers and Other People Concerned about Children who have Witnessed Domestic Violence
- Lows for Violence in the Home: Your rights
- Information on Domestic Violence for Women: 'Never think his violence is your fault'
- Information on Incest for Women: 'I'm sure I wasn't to blame'
- Information for Mothers whose Children have been Sexually Abused by Partners: 'I never thought this could happen to us'
- Information on Domestic Violence for Lesbians: 'I never believed she'd abuse me'
- Price: 10c each for orders over 100 pamphlets
THE DVRC NEWSLETTER
The Newsletter is published quarterly, and is filled with interesting feature articles on both practice and theoretical issues concerning domestic violence and sexual assault, as well as up-to-date information on the law, new resources, training and support groups. Annual subscriptions: Organisations: $35. Individuals: (High income) $25, (Medium inc.) $20, (Low Inc.) $15, (Conc.) $5.
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Copyright Updated: 9 Oct 2009
The South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault acknowledges the traditional Aboriginal owners of country throughout Victoria. We pay our respects to them, their culture and their Elders past, present and future.