S2 Ep 4 - Identifying and responding to sexual assault

10/25/21 • 32 min

In this episode, CAWLS host Sophie Quinn interviews Christa Bartjen-Westermann, former Manager of the Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) in Central Australia. Sophie and Christa (?) explore understandings of sexual assault, discuss the barriers to reporting sexual assault and introduce best practice responses to disclosures including engaging with sexual assault services available in Central Australia.

SARC provides a range of services including counselling to both adults and children who may have experienced (recently or many years ago) any form of sexual assault. Sexual assault can range from verbal harassment; unwanted touching or exhibitionism, to a violent attack.

SARC Web site: http://www.health.nt.gov.au/sexual_assault_services/

Phone Number: (08) 8955 4500

Email: [email protected]

This episode features local music: 'Rise' by Bambadino and 'Down In Doubt' by Georgia Aden.

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Produced in partnership with 8CCC Community Radio.

Sisters In Law Season Two has been made possible through the support of the Community Broadcasting Foundation. Find out more at www.cbf.org.au

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SARC Web site: http://www.health.nt.gov.au/sexual_assault_services/

Phone Number: (08) 8955 4500

Email: [email protected]

This episode features local music: 'Rise' by Bambadino and 'Down In Doubt' by Georgia Aden.

Produced in partnership with 8CCC Community Radio.

Sisters In Law Season Two has been made possible through the support of the Community Broadcasting Foundation. Find out more at www.cbf.org.au

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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S2 Ep 2 - Legal responses to Domestic and Family Violence

In this episode, CAWLS lawyers Sophie Quinn and Amber Russell delve into the legal framework relating to domestic and family violence in the Northern Territory. The hosts provide information about the legal definition of domestic violence and what protection a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) can offer.

This episode features music by local artists: 'You Don't wanna Know' by Donna Velia and 'I Can't Imagine' by Bambadino.

Produced in partnership with 8CCC Community Radio.

Sisters In Law Season Two has been made possible through the support of the Community Broadcasting Foundation. Find out more at www.cbf.org.au

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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S2 Ep 5 - Seeking shelter in Central Australia

CAWLS host Sophie Quinn interviews Tully McIntyre, former Community Engagement Manager at Women’s Safety Services of Central Australia. Sophie and Tully discuss the women’s shelter movement, crisis support available for women experiencing domestic and family violence in Central Australia and the importance of walking alongside women. Listen in to learn more about crisis accommodation options and case management support available through WoSSCA’s outreach service.

Website: www.wossca.org.au

Phone number: 08 8952 6075

Email: [email protected]

If you're at risk, or hurt right now CALL 000. If you are unsafe and need shelter and protection, please call WoSSCA on 08 8952 6075 OR attend the shelter in Alice Springs

This episode features music by local artists: 'Rain Falls' by XAVIA and 'Let Your Light Shine Through' by Georgia Aden.

Produced in partnership with 8CCC Community Radio.

Sisters In Law Season Two has been made possible through the support of the Community Broadcasting Foundation. Find out more at www.cbf.org.au

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.