Victoria Welcomes New Minister for Men and Boys – Now We Need Action
No to Violence welcomes Paul Edbrooke MP as Victoria’s first Minister for Men and Boys, the first role of its kind in Australia. No to…
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The Men’s Referral Service is the national counselling, information and referral service for men who use violence and abuse to change their behaviour.
NTV 2026 National Conference: Wrap-Up
Our 2026 National Conference, hosted in collaboration with SPEAQ and SFV, was held 11-12 March.
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Family violence is a pattern of abusive and controlling behaviour that can take many different forms.
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No to Violence specialises in working with men to change their violent behaviour to keep women, children and communities safer.
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This Gather Round, No to Violence and the Men’s Referral Service are proud to stand with DrinkWise, 1800RESPECT Australia, 13YARN and AFL legend Mark Ricciuto to remind fans that moderation and respect go hand in hand - Always respect, always DrinkWise.![]()
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Asking for help is a sign of strength.![]()
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If you are concerned about your behaviour or use of violence, you can contact us at the Men’s Referral Service on 1300 766 491 or visit ntv.org.au.![]()
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If you or someone you know is experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, domestic, family or sexual violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or visit 1800respect.org.au for online chat and video call services.![]()
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If you or someone you know is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping, call 13YARN on 13 92 76 or visit 13yarn.org.au.![]()
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You can also visit DrinkWise.org.au for a range of additional support services.
Easter is often seen as a time for family, connection, and celebration. But for many women and children, long weekends like this can bring increased risk of family and domestic violence. More time at home, financial stress, alcohol use, and heightened tensions can create environments where violence escalates. ![]()
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Last year, Victoria Police reported 1,471 family violence incidents statewide between Good Friday and Easter Monday, including 368 on Easter Sunday alone. ![]()
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For those living with violence, this period can mean feeling trapped, on edge, or unsafe in their own homes, at a time when support services may be harder to reach and others are less likely to notice. ![]()
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This is the reality behind the long weekend that often goes unseen. ![]()
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Every woman and child deserves to feel safe - during Easter, and every day. Together, we can create that safety by expecting accountability, supporting those affected, and choosing respect in our homes, relationships, and communities. ![]()
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If you are concerned about your own behaviour, or how a friend or relative behaves towards their partner, children or another family member, there is support available. ![]()
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The Men’s Referral Service has trained counsellors who can work with you to provide free, non-judgmental support to help you understand your behaviour and what you can do to change. ![]()
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If you're ready to talk or need someone to listen; support is here for you. 24/7. ![]()
Men’s Referral Service: 1300 766 491 or visit mrs.org.au
