VSS

VSS assist South Australian victim-survivors of crime and abuse to feel respected, supported and safe. VSS have provided services and supports since 1979.

[VSS @VSS_services]

If you would like to make a submission on Access to offenders’ superannuation for victims and survivors of child sexual abuse, you can submit responses to this consultation up until 16 February 2023. https://t.co/ggG6LB7HHv

[VSS @VSS_services]

In 2018 VSS provided a submission on this issue and we will continue to follow the progress of this reform with interest.https://t.co/cEmSl4W2M2

[VSS @VSS_services]

Law is to be amended "to make it clear that allegations of family and domestic violence can be considered before Australian judges' issue orders for a child to be returned to their home country."
https://t.co/MB8ggDil4D

[VSS @VSS_services]

Everyone in SA deserves to live with dignity, equality & security. People in Vic, QLD & the ACT have their #HumanRights legally protected. We want that for everyone in SA too! We've joined over 150 voices using #HumanRightsDay to call for a #HRA4SA https://t.co/6PsTRHDhzz

[VSS @VSS_services]

On our street! During these 16 days of activism to end violence against women, the City of Adelaide partnered with artist Leah Leah Grant to paint five public park benches with three of them along Sturt St. The benches will feature the foundational symbol of butterflies.

[VSS @VSS_services]

For many women, harassment is a daily experience. Bullying, abusive and sexual comments make women and girls feel unsafe.
Create a safer environment for everyone online and offline by challenging peers to reflect on their own behaviour and speak up if someone crosses the line.

[VSS @VSS_services]

Know the issue and the signs
Violence against women takes many forms. It can be physical, sexual or emotional. It can be perpetrated by a stranger or intimate partner.
It has serious consequences for women and girls can prevent their full and equal participation in society.

[VSS @VSS_services]

Speak Up, Speak Out: Day 1 of the 16 Days of activism to end violence against Women
Let survivors and activists know you stand with them. Amplify their voices and stories. Create spaces for dialogue, both in person and online.

[VSS @VSS_services]

Ending violence against women is everyone’s business. This 16 Days, from Friday 25th November, we ask that you show your solidarity with feminist movements and advocates around the world.

We invite you all to push forward, to end violence against women #EndViolenceAgainstWomen

[VSS @VSS_services]

Congratulations to both @talkoutloudaus and @seedsofaffinity for winning the impact100 last night. We were excited to be among the shortlist this year, and enjoyed being there last night to celebrate your achievements.
Thanks to @impact100sa for supporting SA charities!

[VSS @VSS_services]

Congratulations to our colleague Dr Sarah Moulds, who works tirelessly to progress the rights of all South Australians, and has been recognised for her work empowering young people to engage with Australian parliaments.

[rightsnetworksa @rightsnetworksa]

Big thanks to @TeamYACSA for supporting this project too!

[VSS @VSS_services]

We seek to ensure the victim-survivors are heard in way that is safe and trauma-informed.
Please note, the article below is behind a paywall.https://t.co/Wsh34yRPlo

[VSS @VSS_services]

2022 Victims' Day key themes are Victim Voices, Justice and Choices.
Today there is an interactive virtual workshop about legal representation of victims of crime hosted by ACT Victims of Crime Commissioner, Heidi Yates. Register Today!
https://t.co/Sbbmkb3QsI

[Victims' Commissioner for England & Wales @VictimsComm]

My new report brings into sharp focus the impact online abuse has on its victims. Responses to my survey made clear the highly intrusive and traumatising impact of this abuse. The findings come as the Online Safety Bill is scrutinised by MPs.

Read more 👇
https://t.co/ZTPdPJLXUS

[Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation @IndigLandSea]

Each year, 26 May marks National #SorryDay. ILSC staff proudly wear the Stolen Generation Commemorative Flower – For the mothers and children of the #StolenGeneration. #IndigLandSea #NationalSorryDay #BringingThemHome @HealingOurWay @AusHumanRights @RecAustralia

[VSS @VSS_services]

@VickWelly Congratulations Vicky. You’ve achieved so much with your work, great to see you being recognised.

[VSS @VSS_services]

Breaking news! VSS has been shortlisted for the 2022 SA Impact100 Grants. We would like to thank our clients, volunteers and teams who have such commitment to this work and the empowerment of victim-survivors of crime and abuse.

[ARA Indigenous Services @araisservices]

Lest we forget.

Artist: Lee Anthony Hampton
Koori Kicks Art
#anzacday2019 #anzactribute

[VSS @VSS_services]

Please take our survey, "Knowing, Being & Doing" Consulting First Nations Communities & Organisations. Your feedback is vital to providing safer spaces for all victim-survivors.
https://t.co/Vp6OXnIUq1

[eSafety Commissioner @eSafetyOffice]

The new Online Safety Youth Advisory Council will give young Australians a voice in shaping online safety policy for the future & designing youth-centred initiatives.
This is what some of the Council members had to say in their applications. Learn more: https://t.co/c8PcZe0nKF