Free from Violence

South West Sydney Legal Centre case study

A simple gesture….struck my heart at a time where I had nothing….

Julie’s* story (BDVS Client) A simple gesture….struck my heart at a time where I had nothing…. The Bankstown Domestic Violence Service (BDVS) has been exceptional in assisting me through this hard time. I am grateful to have my case…

Domestic Violence

A new life, free from violence….

Penny’s story A new life, free from violence…. Penny, a young Pacific Islander woman, was married to her husband for 9 years. Penny’s husband was already a permanent resident of Australia when they married. Penny was very happy to…

Domestic Violence

Staying Home Leaving Violence….

Mary’s story The team at Staying Home Leaving Violence, helped Mary to start living a happy and violent free life…. Mary* is a mum of four children, the sole provider for her family. Her ex-husband was not contributing to…

SWSLC - Bankstown Domestic Violence Service case study

BDVS

I feel extremely satisfied with the support….

Sue’s* story (BDVS Client) A new life, free from violence…. Just under four months ago my life was turned upside down following some very unfortunate events. My beautiful daughters and I were left shattered, scared and feeling very alone. …

Domestic Violence

SWSLC – Great significance for victims of Domestic Violence….

Amelia’s story I believe that your service is of great significance for victims of Domestic Violence…. I separated with my ex due to domestic violence recently. Initially contacted by the SHLV team where we had a consultation, a caseworker…