Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) has been a focus in recent years in Sweden. IPV is a huge personal and social problem not only for affected couples and families but also having a tremendous effect creating intense debates among professionals. The dominant narrative in Sweden can very briefly be described as influenced by the Duluth Model.
This interactive workshop is designed to create a shared understanding the role substance use can play in family violence situations The prevalence of the intersection of AOD and family violence, what does the evidence say How can substance use be considered a survival strategy for the victim survivor What are existing perspectives around substance use
This in-person workshop, presented by The Bouverie Centre, will explore the determinants and contexts that underpin the use of violence by adolescents against parents/carers. We will then look at how systemic ways of working with the adolescent, parent/carer and other family members can support positive change and enhanced family trust, respect and safety.
No to Violence presents a national forum where domestic, family and sexual violence political leaders take to a national stage to share their vision for ending family violence and answering your questions! Amanda Rishworth MP, Minister for Social Services (ALP) Kerrynne Liddle, MP Shadow Minister for Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention (LNP) Senator Larissa
