Coercive control
Discussion paper
Discussion paper: implementation considerations should coercive control be criminalised in South Australia
The Attorney-General's Department has released this discussion paper exploring the measures needed to support the implementation of a criminal offence of coercive control, should it be introduced in South Australia.
Policy report
Addressing coercive control without criminalisation
This policy brief sets out the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service’s position on the criminalisation of coercive control. It draws on international research and experience, consultation with other organisations working in this space.
Report
The use of restorative justice in family violence cases with a focus on the possibility of victims being coerced or controlled to participate by the persons who harmed them
This report explores the risk of victims being coerced or controlled by perpetrators through restorative justice processes in cases involving family violence.
Report
Migrant and refugee women in Australia: the safety and security study
This is the first national study that captures the diversity of migrant and refugee women, including residency/visa status. It is also the first national study to ask specific questions about domestic violence and controlling behaviours related to the visa and migration status of women.
Report
Coercive control in domestic relationships
Coercive control is a form of domestic abuse. Perpetrators aim to take away their partner's autonomy and freedom. This inquiry looked at ways to better respond to the phenomenon of coercive control.