Latest News
Here at Refuge Victoria, we are passionate about the work we do and are supported by a wealth of people, organisations and initiatives that are worth celebrating.
This News section features articles on a variety of topics, from new refuges we are developing to individuals who volunteer their services to broader news about the family violence sector.
Featured News
Refuge Victoria launches the evaluation of the Family Violence Refuge to Recovery for LGBTIQA+ People Program
Refuge Victoria joined leading LGBTIQ+ community-controlled organisations, Thorne Harbour Health and Switchboard to develop a program of family violence response specifically for LGBTIQ+ people. The need for a dedicated LGBTIQ+ refuge response
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Christmas 2024 in refuge
It was a scene similar to those being played out in households across the country on Christmas morning: squeals of delight from children waking to stockings bursting with presents, weary
Refuge Victoria launches the evaluation of the Family Violence Refuge to Recovery for LGBTIQA+ People Program
Refuge Victoria joined leading LGBTIQ+ community-controlled organisations, Thorne Harbour Health and Switchboard to develop a program of family violence response specifically for LGBTIQ+ people. The need for a dedicated LGBTIQ+ refuge response
Refuge to Recovery for LGBTIQ+ People
This year, Refuge Victoria joined leading LGBTIQ+ community-controlled organisations to develop a program of family violence response specifically for LGBTIQ+ people. The need for a dedicated LGBTIQ+ refuge response stemmed
Elevating our service
Refuge Victoria staff never shy away from a challenge. Ever committed to growing and improving our service, when we see an issue, we set about resolving it. Here are some
Rebecca’s and Buffy’s story
Rebecca*, a young Aboriginal woman and her dog Buffy* were forced to leave their home due to serious family violence from Rebecca’s ex-partner. The physical, psychological, financial and coercive control
Businesses & organisations making a difference
Every year, Refuge Victoria’s work is supported by individuals, businesses and community groups, keen to make a difference to families escaping family violence. This year we received some amazing donations