Family and Domestic Violence Support

Ishar provides free, confidential family and domestic violence (FDV) support for migrant, refugee and culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) women in Perth.

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How We can help you

Our family and domestic violence services include:

Family Violence restraining orders
Individual support and advocacy by dedicated Social Worker to assist with Centrelink, housing, visas and obtaining Family Violence Restraining Orders
Legal support and referrals through our partnership with Encompass Legal and Community Services.
Counselling services

All services are free. Self-referrals are accepted.

Accessing Support Services - A Safe Haven

Navigating family and domestic violence can be overwhelming, but our program ensures women do not face it alone. We provide information, advocacy and referrals to family violence support services, emergency assistance, safe accommodation, legal services and counselling. Our team can also assist women leaving abusive relationships and applying for a Family Violence Restraining Order

Our FDV services are available in multiple locations, get in touch to learn more.

Seek Help, Find Support

If you or someone you know is experiencing violence, reach out to us for confidential assistance.

Our comprehensive service offers a safe haven for women.

Call 08 9345 5335 or visit us (Mirrabooka or Cannington) forassistance.

If you are a service provider wanting to refer your client, please download our referral form.

Get in touch

Referral Form

Need help now?

If you are in immediate danger, call triple zero (000).

If you need to talk to someone urgently, the helplines and services below are available 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Women's Domestic Violence Helpline 1800 007 339

National Sexual Assault, Domestic & Family Violence Counselling Service 1800 737 732 or (1800 RESPECT)

Crisis Care 1800 199 008

Uniting Against Domestic Violence

Ishar's Involvement in Perth's FDV Hubs

Ishar is a partner in two Family and Domestic Violence (FDV) Hubs in Perth. The hubs provide women experiencing or at risk of FDV with access to a range of support services.

Mirrabooka

The Naala Djookan Healing Centre

Located in Mirrabooka, the Naala Djookan Healing Centre brings together a range of Family and Domestic Violence (FDV) support services in one location.

The Naala Djookan Healing Centre was established through a consortium comprising:

City of Stirling (lead agency)
Australian Childhood Foundation
Ebenezer Aboriginal Corporation
Ishar Multicultural Women's Health Services
Karla Kuliny
Legal Aid Commission of WA
Mercy Community Services
Encompass Legal and Community Services
Sudbury Community House
Wadjak Northside Aboriginal Community Group

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Armadale

Waullo Dawn Healing Service

The South East Health Service brings together mental health, health, and social support services in one location, making it easier for clients to access the support they need.

The Armadale FDV Hub is being established by the collaboration of esteemed agencies, including:

Hope Community Services (lead agency)
Yorgum Healing Services (lead partner)
Ngala
Ishar Multicultural Women's Health Services
Marmun Mia Mia
Aboriginal Legal Service of WA
Women's Legal Service WA
Ruah Community Services
360 Health and Community

Each agency brings unique expertise and a shared commitment to meeting the community's diverse needs.

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