Welcome to a new era of self-determination for the National Family Violence Prevention & Legal Services Forum, and its evolution to:
First Nations Advocates Against Family Violence
As of July 1, 2024, the National Family Violence Prevention and Legal Services Forum (the Forum) will operate as a standalone incorporated identity under the new company structure, strategic plan, name, and brand identity of First Nations Advocates Against Family Violence (FNAAVF).
The FNAAFV name and brand identity is representative of the evolution of the organisation to a self-determined, community-controlled, national peak body. While our name may be changing, we remain steadfastly committed to creating a future where all First Nations communities and individuals live free from the devastating impacts of family violence.
Learn more about the evolution of the FNAAFV brand in our company brand FACT SHEET.
'Community Connections' artwork by Nikita Herd.
Rates of violence against First Nations women are 34 times higher than other women in Australia, and up to 80 times in the worst areas of the country
The scale of the problem is much greater than this, however, because it is known that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women are less likely than other women to report family violence or to seek support because of judgment, discrimination, shame or fear. The health and wellbeing of First Nations children depends upon the safety and resilience of First Nations women and families, so addressing family violence is a central priority in eliminating inter-generational disadvantage and discrimination against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Australia.
FNAAFV works with its FVPLS members, communities, governments and other partners to raise awareness about family violence effecting First Nations people, and to advocate for culturally safe legal and other holistic responses to this issue. The organisation provides a unified voice for its FVPLS members in areas of national policy, planning and law reform, and being a member of the national Coalition of Peaks, FNAAFV is committed to the national Closing the Gap targets, including Target 13:
- “Target 13: By 2031, the rate of all forms of family violence and abuse against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children is reduced at least by 50%, as progress towards zero.”
Read more about the Closing The Gap Targets and the Priority Reforms of the National Agreement.
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You may have noticed that our page name now reflects the new name of our company having rebranded from 'National Family Violence Prevention and Legal Services Forum' to:
'First Nations Advocates Against Family Violence ...(FNAAFV)'
Stay tuned for more great yarns and insights about our new identity😃
Our SA member service is recruiting for a Principal Legal Officer. Here's the details if you want to make a real difference for First Nations women and children affected by DFSV: ...https://www.seek.com.au/job/79670349?ref=search-standalone&type=standard&origin=showNewTab#sol=0749f0eecd8bdffde3575fd230dd93944b99a078
https://www.seek.com.au/job/79670349?ref=search-standalone&type=standard&origin=showNewTab#sol=0749f0eecd8bdffde3575fd230dd93944b99a078
Our South Australian member service Family Violence Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation are recruiting for a Principal Legal Officer, and are offering a generous package and most importantly, a fulfilling role that will make a real difference to First Nations women and children affected by DFSV ...across the State.
They are taking applications now, so if you or a legal professional you know are looking to make an impact with your legal skills then follow the application guidelines in the position description on Seek.
And honestly, who wouldn't want to live and work in the beautiful surrounds of Port Lincoln?!
FNAAFV acknowledges and respects the traditional custodians whose lands we are fortunate to live and work on and we pay our respects to all Elders past and present.