2009
| Author | Lumby, Bronwyn; Farrelly, Terri |
|---|---|
| Date | 2009 |
| Source/Publisher | Australian Domestic and Family Violence Clearinghouse |
| Download | Download Full Text |
| Subjects | Family violence |
Examination of Aboriginal help-seeking behaviour for family violence can provide critical insights to developing appropriate responses. This paper examines attitudes and experiences regarding help-seeking by Aboriginal people affected by family violence, particularly in relation to the close-knit nature of Aboriginal communities. It discusses implications of findings arising from a small, qualitative research project, recently conducted in an undisclosed New South Wales region. The paper explores the foundation issues of Aboriginal community and kinship network relationships, and cultural competence. The authors aim to provide both Aboriginal-specific and mainstream formal help sources with new directions in providing accessible and appropriate assistance, support and protection.
The copyright for this resource belongs to the Australian Domestic & Family Violence Clearinghouse. Inquiries should be referred to the copyright holder. As stated in the body of the resource: © 2009 Australian Domestic & Family Violence Clearinghouse. This is a refereed publication. The views expressed in this Issues Paper do not necessarily represent the views of the Australian Government or the Australian Domestic & Family Violence Clearinghouse. While all reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this publication, no liability is assumed for any errors or omissions. Permission to publish was provided by Gendered Violence Research Network at the University of New South Wales.