It is unfortunately a reality for some families that emotions escalate during difficult times and mental health of members of families comes to the fore. In some families this means an increase in family violence, often a hidden epidemic in our society.

Continuing our campaign to ensure families don't feel alone during this time, we have included resources for those families who might be suffering or for you to share with someone you know might need support.

Victoria Police has launched a suite of videos to encourage people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities to seek help if they are experiencing family violence. The videos are available in 13 languages and help raise awareness that family violence is a crime, help victims understand who they can speak to for support and let victims know that they are not alone.

Click on the links below for further support services:

Safe Steps 24 hour support for family violence issues

Safe Steps is a service available 24 hours a day to provide support over the phone or via email. They can also connect you with someone who speaks in your preferred language.

Men's Referral Service

The Men's Referral Service provides help and support for people concerned about their own behaviour on 1300 766 491.

In Touch service for women

inTouch is also available to provide support services to women from multicultural backgrounds, including migrant and refugee women living in Victoria, who are experiencing or have experienced family violence.