We welcome the Victorian Government’s commitment to reform vicarious liability laws so they apply to abuse by people engaged outside of employment contracts. This is a critical step toward justice for victim survivors harmed in institutional settings. #VicariousLiability

We also want to acknowledge the vital role of Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation in supporting Aboriginal survivors of sexual violence in Victoria, including the important work of Yoowinna Wurnalung Aboriginal Healing Service, VAHS, VACCA and Ballarat & District Aboriginal Cooperative.

Today, on National Sorry Day, we acknowledge the profound suffering, including sexual abuse, experienced by children who were forcibly removed from their families, Country and culture. #NationalSorryDay

This week, we spoke to the Herald Sun about the extraordinary instability of funding to specialist sexual assault services. We said, "Surely we should be increasing the support available to sexual assault survivors": www.heraldsun.com.au/leader/sexua...

Child sexual exploitation happens far too often. Everyone has a role to play in keeping children safe in our communities, and we need to see responses from governments commensurate to the profound harm caused to children: t.co/1WxEpIufx0

Today, we've released our top five priorities for the upcoming Victorian state budget. Number one: Prevent millions of dollars - a quarter of the sector's funding - from ending on 30 June. Read more about how the budget can help survivors of sexual violence: zurl.co/JDy7w

As we approach the Victorian state budget on 20 May, we're calling for substantial investment in frontline specialist sexual assault services, including in an emergency response to child sexual abuse and harm in schools. Learn more about the campaign: sasvic.org.au/news/respect

In the lead up to the Victorian State Budget, we're calling for greater investment in survivors' recovery, including in more therapeutic and peer support groups delivered by the specialist sexual assault sector that are changing lives. Learn more: sasvic.org.au/news/campaign-recovery

Sexual Assault Awareness Month begins today. We're calling on the Victorian Government to uphold victim survivors' rights to safety and justice. Learn more about our asks, including specialist sexual violence training for legal professionals and police: sasvic.org.au/news/rights

Our exciting online event, Preventing sexual violence - what works? is this Friday! Learn more and get your ticket today: zurl.co/1FCl2

Join Emily Maguire, Professor Michael Salter and Kathleen Maltzahn on Friday 28 March as they explore approaches to sexual violence prevention. Facilitated by Professor Fiona Vera-Gray, this event will explore what works, where the gaps are & how to respond to the challenges of today: zurl.co/1FCl2

SASVic has two exciting job opportunities available! Civil Justice Project Lead: zurl.co/E4MgT and Justice Navigators Project Lead: zurl.co/rsfFM Applications close on 16 February.

Sexual Violence: The Right to Recovery is fast approaching! Join us on 19 February for an exploration of recovery after sexual violence, including what survivors value beyond one-on-one counselling and how justice and advocacy can play an important part: events.humanitix.com/right-to-rec...

"He said the topic was still “taboo” for gay males abused as kids, with many survivors “unrepresented” in data and unsure of where to get help." Read more about how 'Not Alone' became a reality because of the incredible advocacy of Chris and Macca: www.heraldsun.com.au/leader/radio...

On the weekend, we spoke to Macca and Nevena on Sat Mag about our new trauma information group for gay male survivors of sexual assault in childhood, starting on 20 February. Listen now! joy.org.au/saturdaymaga... @joy949.bsky.social

Not Alone is a new 8-week online group for gay men in Victoria who have experienced sexual abuse in childhood. This week, we spoke to The Wire about the group. Listen to learn more about Not Alone and the advocacy that made it possible: www.thewire.org.au/story/new-pr... #csa #sexualviolence

The Sexual Assault Crisis Line will be open on weekends and public holidays, including Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year's Day, & after 5pm on business days. During business hours, you can contact your local service by using our helpful service map: zurl.co/LpblJ

1/ Protest has been a core way survivors of sexual assault and those in solidarity with them have won recognition of the harm of sexual violence and survivors' right to justice and redress.

1/ Last night Australian time, the verdict was handed down in the trial of Dominique Pelicot. Today, we reflect on the case and Gisèle's strength, "I've decided not to be ashamed, I've done nothing wrong... They are the ones who must be ashamed".

On 19 February, SASVic is holding a brand new event exploring effective recovery after sexual violence and what survivors value beyond one-to-one therapy. 🐦Early bird tickets are available now! Visit Humanitix now: events.humanitix.com/right-to-rec... #sexualviolence #csa #righttorecovery

Do you work with survivors of sexual violence? This February, you're invited to our exciting new event, where we'll draw on the latest research, best practice & innovative practices to explore effective recovery after sexual violence. Learn more: qrco.de/bfck0T #sexualviolence #righttorecovery

While we’re waiting for a response from the Attorney General, you can sign this petition calling for the decision to be reversed: www.change.org/p/reverse-th... #auspol #csa

Today, the Victorian Government will debate new justice reforms that will mean victim survivors will no longer need to be cross-examined at committal hearings. We've put together an explainer about why these reforms will make a difference: www.sasvic.org.au/news/cross-e... #Auspol

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and the beginning of the #16DaysofActivism. Today is part of a world wide movement and a sign of the impact women have had in challenging men's violence against women.

1/ Yesterday, we wrote to Victorian Attorney-General Jaclyn Symes, prompting her to take urgent legislative action in the wake of last week's High Court decision (Bird v DP) which, in Victoria, frees the Catholic Church from vicarious liability for the acts of priests prior to 2018.

SASVic & @fairagenda.bsky.social have released a new joint report: 'Improving the Court Experience: A model for pre-recording testimony in sexual assault cases.' This single measure has the potential to reduce the profound harm that can be experienced by victim survivors when seeking justice.

SASVic has joined Bluesky (you can still find us on X, Instagram & LinkedIn.) Follow us to learn more about the urgent change we need to see in Victoria to address sexual violence properly and how we can stand up for rights, recovery and respect for victim survivors and all people impacted.