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Understanding FDSV

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Community understanding and attitudes

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A person’s understanding of family, domestic and sexual violence (FDSV) can influence their attitudes and responses to violence, and shape the social context in which violence takes place. The following pages explore:

Community understanding – what people understand about violent behaviours, the context in which they occur and available support services

Community attitudes – thoughts and feelings relating to FDSV.


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