Proactively Tackling Domestic Violence with Karen Bevan

March 25, 2025 00:28:59
Proactively Tackling Domestic Violence with Karen Bevan
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Proactively Tackling Domestic Violence with Karen Bevan

Mar 25 2025 | 00:28:59

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Show Notes

In this episode, we are joined by Karen Bevan, CEO of Full Stop Australia. Karen discusses the prevalence of domestic and family violence, and the outdated laws which do not adequately address sexual violence in Australia. Karen, also shares the organisation's 50-year history of supporting sexual assault survivors, offering services like national helplines and trauma counseling. She highlights the need for early education on consent and bodily autonomy. We also hear from Rebecca at the Eastwood Community Centre, who discusses their weekly ACE (Adult Community Education) programs, including financial literacy workshops and engagement activities. Rebecca also shares the importance of informal community engagement and volunteering. Tune in for an important discussion on these critical issues.

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