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Preventing and responding to family violence: Taking an intersectional approach to address violence in diverse Australian communities

Confused about the term intersectionality and the impact that it can have on exposure to violence? Explore current evidence about the intersections of the different factors that underpin family violence among different communities or cohorts in Australia. These include Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; culturally and linguistically diverse communities; lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex communities; male victims; and people with disabilities.
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intersectionality, respectful relationships education, respectful relationships, respect, respectful behaviours, respectful, family violence, domestic violence, intimate partner violence, IPV, male victims, CALD, cultural difference, cultural competencies, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander communities, Aboriginal communities, Torres Strait Islander communities, parents, families, cultural competencies, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultures, Aboriginal cultures, Torres Strait Islander cultures, disability, rural and remote, LGBTI, racism, discrimination

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