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Rebuilding your confidence after domestic violence

Rebuilding your confidence after domestic violence

May 11, 2020 | Blogs, community, domesic violence, domestic and family violence, Domestic violence recovery, workhaven

The ripples of domestic violence are complex. Victims often experience impacts across all facets of their lives. These can include eroded confidence, family breakdown, social isolation, financial setbacks and career disruption.  As a result of this complexity, the...
My story of workplace recovery after DV

My story of workplace recovery after DV

May 11, 2020 | Blogs, community, DFV, domesic violence, domestic and family violence, Domestic violence recovery, meaningful difference, take a stand, workhaven

Having experienced the juggle of holding down a career whilst experiencing domestic violence (DV), I can wholeheartedly say that it is a very difficult, if not impossible situation to navigate through. I was a Marketing Director in the construction industry when I was...
Shining a light for positive change

Shining a light for positive change

May 11, 2020 | Blogs, community, DFV, domesic violence, domestic and family violence, Domestic violence recovery, meaningful difference, take a stand, workhaven

The power of stigma There’s no doubt about it, over the last few years we have come a long way to create a broader awareness of domestic and family violence (DFV). With coverage in the media, government initiatives and community activities, many people...
The things I learnt through living with domestic violence

The things I learnt through living with domestic violence

May 11, 2020 | Blogs, community, DFV, domesic violence, domestic and family violence, Domestic violence recovery, take a stand, workhaven

I lived in a domestic and family violence (DFV) situation for five years. That period was probably the toughest of my life. Whilst I would never want to repeat this chapter, I am grateful for the insights I received through this experience, and the opportunity to...
Creating a supportive workplace to address domestic violence

Creating a supportive workplace to address domestic violence

May 7, 2020 | Blogs, DFV, domesic violence, domestic and family violence, Domestic violence recovery, workhaven

There’s no doubt about it – domestic and family violence (DFV) is a complex and sensitive topic and needs to be managed carefully by people who truly understand the topic. This is why: 1. DFV can be all encompassing – not only can it impact a...
Moving on from DFV and my advice to others

Moving on from DFV and my advice to others

May 6, 2020 | Blogs, sexual harassment, take a stand, workhaven, workplace domestic violence

I was 37 years old and kicking goals left, right and centre. A senior marketing professional with a seasoned career, a beautiful home, overseas holidays, a terrific circle of friends and a world of opportunities ahead of me. Things seemed to get even better when I met...
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