Helping people affected by family violence for 47 years
Our specialist service provides support and education to help victim survivors of family violence in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne be safe, take control of their lives, and work towards a better future.
Safety
Secure crisis accommodation, risk assessment and safety planning.
Support
Practical assistance, information and advice to help make choices for a safer future.
Education
Community programs and groups to support wellbeing and recovery.
Our programs
Step Forward Support Group
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Upcoming dates
Term 3 - 2026: 18 & 25 August.
Term 4 - 2026: 13 & 20 October.
Please register your interest.
A family violence support and educational program for women impacted by family violence.
Art and Wellbeing
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Upcoming dates
Term 3 - 2026: Tuesday, 11 August.
Term 4 - 2026: Tuesday, 27 October.
Please register your interest.
A free group for women impacted by family violence to explore their creativity and find healing through colour, texture, nature, play and movement with Art Therapy.
Our key partners
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Our latest news
Funding Secured to Strengthen Specialist Housing Support for Women and Children Experiencing Family Violence
Kara Family Violence Service is pleased to announce that it has secured funding to continue and strengthen its Housing Support Program, with funding commencing on 1 January 2027 and continuing for the next 3.5 years.
Funding Secured to Strengthen Specialist Housing Support for Women and Children Experiencing Family Violence
Kara Family Violence Service is pleased to announce that it has secured funding to continue and strengthen its Housing Support Program, with funding commencing on 1 January 2027 and continuing for the next 3.5 years.
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