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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Jun 18

However, every day that this injustice remains, survivors continue to be harmed. Another six months is too long. We urge the government to act quickly.

Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Jun 18

We welcome the Victorian Government’s commitment to reform vicarious liability laws so they apply to abuse by people engaged outside of employment contracts. This is a critical step toward justice for victim survivors harmed in institutional settings. #VicariousLiability

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · May 25

We also want to acknowledge the vital role of Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation in supporting Aboriginal survivors of sexual violence in Victoria, including the important work of Yoowinna Wurnalung Aboriginal Healing Service, VAHS, VACCA and Ballarat & District Aboriginal Cooperative.

Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · May 25

Today, on National Sorry Day, we acknowledge the profound suffering, including sexual abuse, experienced by children who were forcibly removed from their families, Country and culture.

#NationalSorryDay

Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · May 25

Today is a both a day of reflection and a call to action. First Nation's leaders have called for transformative systems change that will empower communities and grassroots efforts.

#unfinishedbusiness #bringingthemhome

Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · May 25

We recognise the enduring strength of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and all that has been done to heal.

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · May 25

Today, on National Sorry Day, we acknowledge the profound suffering, including sexual abuse, experienced by children who were forcibly removed from their families, Country and culture.

#NationalSorryDay

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · May 14

This week, we spoke to the Herald Sun about the extraordinary instability of funding to specialist sexual assault services. We said, "Surely we should be increasing the support available to sexual assault survivors": www.heraldsun.com.au/leader/sexua...

www.heraldsun.com.au

Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · May 13

Next week, we hope to see more investment from the Victorian Government into responses to child sexual abuse in schools. This would be an important step toward building communities that refuse to let any child slip through the cracks: t.co/mrIji8JK6A

http://www.sasvic.org.au/news/budget-2526

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · May 13

Child sexual exploitation happens far too often. Everyone has a role to play in keeping children safe in our communities, and we need to see responses from governments commensurate to the profound harm caused to children: t.co/1WxEpIufx0

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-13/child-protection-kids-unsafe-in-residential-care-homes/105133336

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · May 12

Today, we've released our top five priorities for the upcoming Victorian state budget. Number one: Prevent millions of dollars - a quarter of the sector's funding - from ending on 30 June.
Read more about how the budget can help survivors of sexual violence: zurl.co/JDy7w

Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Apr 24

As we approach the Victorian state budget on 20 May, we're calling for substantial investment in frontline specialist sexual assault services, including in an emergency response to child sexual abuse and harm in schools. Learn more about the campaign: sasvic.org.au/news/respect

Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Apr 15

In the lead up to the Victorian State Budget, we're calling for greater investment in survivors' recovery, including in more therapeutic and peer support groups delivered by the specialist sexual assault sector that are changing lives. Learn more: sasvic.org.au/news/campaign-recovery

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Apr 1

Sexual Assault Awareness Month begins today. We're calling on the Victorian Government to uphold victim survivors' rights to safety and justice. Learn more about our asks, including specialist sexual violence training for legal professionals and police: sasvic.org.au/news/rights

Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Mar 25

Our exciting online event, Preventing sexual violence - what works? is this Friday! Learn more and get your ticket today: zurl.co/1FCl2

Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Mar 19

Join Emily Maguire, Professor Michael Salter and Kathleen Maltzahn on Friday 28 March as they explore approaches to sexual violence prevention. Facilitated by Professor Fiona Vera-Gray, this event will explore what works, where the gaps are & how to respond to the challenges of today: zurl.co/1FCl2

Preventing sexual violence - what works? In conversation with Emily Maguire, Michael Salter and Kathleen Maltzahn, facilitated by Fiona Vera-Gray

Get tickets on Humanitix - Preventing sexual violence - what works? In conversation with Emily Maguire, Michael Salter and Kathleen Maltzahn, facilitated by Fiona Vera-Gray hosted by Sexual Assault Se...

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Mar 19

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Mar 19

Join Emily Maguire, Professor Michael Salter and Kathleen Maltzahn on Friday 28 March as they explore approaches to sexual violence prevention. Facilitated by Professor Fiona Vera-Gray, this event will explore what works, where the gaps are & how to respond to the challenges of today: zurl.co/1FCl2

Preventing sexual violence - what works? In conversation with Emily Maguire, Michael Salter and Kathleen Maltzahn, facilitated by Fiona Vera-Gray

Get tickets on Humanitix - Preventing sexual violence - what works? In conversation with Emily Maguire, Michael Salter and Kathleen Maltzahn, facilitated by Fiona Vera-Gray hosted by Sexual Assault Se...

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Feb 6

SASVic has two exciting job opportunities available! Civil Justice Project Lead: zurl.co/E4MgT and Justice Navigators Project Lead: zurl.co/rsfFM
Applications close on 16 February.

Civil Justice Project Lead - Job in Melbourne - Sexual Assault Services Victoria

Civil Justice and Recovery Project Lead, creating a referral pathways between plaintiff lawyers and financial counsellors.

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Jan 30

Sexual Violence: The Right to Recovery is fast approaching! Join us on 19 February for an exploration of recovery after sexual violence, including what survivors value beyond one-on-one counselling and how justice and advocacy can play an important part: events.humanitix.com/right-to-rec...

Sexual Violence: The Right to Recovery

SASVic welcomes people working with survivors of sexual violence anywhere in our society to learn about how we can collectivise recovery in Victoria.

events.humanitix.com

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Jan 15

"He said the topic was still “taboo” for gay males abused as kids, with many survivors “unrepresented” in data and unsure of where to get help."

Read more about how 'Not Alone' became a reality because of the incredible advocacy of Chris and Macca:
www.heraldsun.com.au/leader/radio...

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Jan 13

On the weekend, we spoke to Macca and Nevena on Sat Mag about our new trauma information group for gay male survivors of sexual assault in childhood, starting on 20 February.

Listen now! joy.org.au/saturdaymaga...

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Saturday 11th January, 2025, Not Alone: Gay Men’s Trauma Information Group: Sexual Assault Services Victoria; Kathleen Maltzahn - CEO

Not Alone: Gay Men’s Trauma Information Group: Sexual Assault Services Victoria; Kathleen Maltzahn - CEO

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Jan 9

Not Alone is a new 8-week online group for gay men in Victoria who have experienced sexual abuse in childhood.

This week, we spoke to The Wire about the group. Listen to learn more about Not Alone and the advocacy that made it possible:
www.thewire.org.au/story/new-pr...

#csa #sexualviolence

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Dec 20

The Sexual Assault Crisis Line will be open on weekends and public holidays, including Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year's Day, & after 5pm on business days. During business hours, you can contact your local service by using our helpful service map: zurl.co/LpblJ

Getting support over the holidays

The Sexual Assault Crisis Line in Victoria will be open 24 hours on weekends and public holidays, including Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day, and from 5pm - 9am on business days. PH: 1800 806 292.

During business hours, you can contact your local specialist sexual assault service. To find a service, you can search your suburb and postcode on our service map at peak.sasvic.org.au/servicemap

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Dec 20

3/ We are, therefore, concerned about the government's recent anti-protest laws and fear they go too far. Victoria has a proud history of peaceful protest. It's how we stand up for one another and the issues we care deeply about. #springst

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Dec 20

2/ 'LOUD fence' protests, where survivors of institutional child sexual abuse tie ribbons to fences outside of churches, as well as the Walk Against Family Violence which leading members of the Victorian Government regularly attend, have been important tools to create change.

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Sexual Assault Services Victoria @sasvic.bsky.social · Dec 20

1/ Protest has been a core way survivors of sexual assault and those in solidarity with them have won recognition of the harm of sexual violence and survivors' right to justice and redress.

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