Adolescent family violence
Alternative labels
AFV
Strategy
Building better responses: NSW strategy to respond to the use of domestic and family violence 2026–2030
A dedicated strategy for New South Wales (NSW) to respond to the use of domestic and family violence and address perpetrator behaviour. The strategy provides a focus on people who use violence. It recognises that tackling key drivers of violence early is one of the most effective ways to break cycles of violence and protect...
Report
Improving responses to young men's use of intimate partner violence
The authors of this report examine the current service landscape and spoke to practitioners working with young people to identify key drivers and risk factors for young men's use of intimate partner violence. They also undertook co-design with practitioners and young men to develop emerging principles of engagement for effective interventions.
Briefing paper
The role of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) in adolescent use of violence
Research has found a strong link between adverse childhood experiences and the use of violence by adolescents and young people. Understanding the factors associated with adolescent use of violence can support early interventions, potentially breaking cycles of violence or intergenerational violence. This resource outlines considerations for practitioners and other professionals working with adolescents using violence...
Report
Listen to her. Act now: the experiences and impact of child abuse on Australian girls
This report presents the voices and child abuse experiences of young girls in Australia, detailing their experiences of abuse within the home, and the impacts of family violence on their lives.
Report
WRAP around families experiencing AVITH: towards a collaborative service response
This report outlines the findings from a targeted, mixed-methods research project with the specific aim of developing a framework for holistic, evidence-based practice, in response to the complex issue of adolescent violence in the home (AVITH).