New First Nations Focus Casework Service Launched

JSC acknowledges that family violence has never been a part of Aboriginal culture. 

We are proud to announce the launch of our First Nations Focus Casework Service following strong advocacy to address a high unmet need in the community. After a competitive application process, we were thrilled to be selected as the successful applicants to deliver this culturally safe and specialised support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children impacted by domestic and family violence. 

Our new service draws on strong partnerships with Aboriginal communities to support the self-determination and healing of Aboriginal women and children. The service is delivered by a dedicated team of Aboriginal Specialists and offers voluntary, flexible and free case management with no time limits. 

Clients can access emotional and cultural support, safety planning, referrals to housing and financial services, legal support, health services, home visits, and connection to culturally safe groups and programs. Caseworkers work alongside clients to develop tailored plans that meet their needs and goals. 

As one of our caseworkers reflected: 

“I am profoundly moved by the strength, resilience, and vulnerability that our clients draw on every day in recovering from domestic and family violence. This has driven my passion in working in this space and enables me to support and uplift clients in my daily practice.” 

Our new First Nations Focus Program reflects our continued commitment to delivering trauma-informed, culturally responsive services that centre the voices, safety, and leadership of Aboriginal women and communities. For more information, please reach out to us via email: dfvfirstnations@jsc.org.au