In an emergency call the police on Triple Zero (000)
Everyone has the right to feel and be safe and have relationships based on mutual trust and respect. If you're worried about your safety or see signs of coercive control in a relationship, you made the right decision to find out more.
Support is available for all Queenslanders affected by coercive control and domestic and family violence. You can access support over the phone, online or in person. You will be listened to and believed.
Services are available throughout the year, including public holidays, for anyone who needs help at any time.
Phone Triple Zero (000) if DFV is happening now or a life is threatened.
If there is no immediate emergency, you can report DFV to the police by phoning Policelink on 13 14 44.
You can also make a non-urgent report of DFV by submitting an online form.
If you're worried about your safety or see signs of coercive control in a relationship, you can speak to someone you trust who will listen to you and believe you. That might be a family member, a close friend, or someone from a support service.
Support services will talk to you about the options available to you, and about ways to keep you safe. They can make referrals to connect you with the right services who can help you if that's what you want. These services are free and confidential. You can remain anonymous.
DVConnect Womensline
Phone: 1800 811 811
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
DVConnect Mensline
Phone: 1800 600 636
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
1800RESPECT
Phone: 1800 737 732
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
You can also:
There are also specialist support services are available if you identify as:
If you're concerned someone you know is experiencing coercive control or domestic and family violence, help is available. Your support can make a difference—reach out and start a conversation.
It’s important not to make decisions on behalf of someone else. The best way to provide support is to let them know:
If you'd like to talk with the person you're worried about, here are some more tips on how to start a conversation to support someone.
If you want to contact a service provider, they can talk through the options available and help you make a plan to best support someone you care about. They can also provide information and advice about different support services in your area (or in the area/s where the victim survivor or person using violence live). These services are free and confidential. You can remain anonymous.
If you are concerned about your own behaviour or think you might be using controlling behaviours, you've made the right decision by seeking help.
If you need legal support, help is available.
