Knowledge Hub

Sexual violence does not occur in a vacuum. It is shaped by power, social norms, and the systems that respond to it. This section provides educational information to help victim-survivors, supporters, professionals, and community members better understand sexual violence and its broader context. You do not need legal knowledge or prior experience to read this material. Importantly, this section also provides access to support schemes and healing materials for victim-survivors across diverse communities.

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Understanding Sexual Violence

Get informed about the spectrum of sexual harm through state-by-state terminology, and read evidence to debunk harmful myths that exonerate perpetrators and perpetuate victim-blaming.

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Peoople Who Use Violence

Understand patterns of behaviour, coercive control and drivers of gendered violence, without excusing harm. Access intervention and prevention resources.

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Context & Policy in Australia 

How sexual violence is addressed within Australia’s legal, policy, and institutional landscape.