Justice Support Centre

Justice Support Centre We support people in South West Sydney to access justice with free legal services.

We support women and children to break cycles of violence, with free domestic and family violence services.

When a woman walks into a courtroom, she should never have to walk in alone. Court advocacy is one of the least-understo...
09/06/2026

When a woman walks into a courtroom, she should never have to walk in alone.

Court advocacy is one of the least-understood parts of the DFV service landscape - and one of the most significant. A court advocate sits beside a woman before, during and after her matter is heard. They explain the process, translate legal language, liaise with the prosecutor, support safety planning, and stay with her in the foyer when the wait stretches into hours.

Through our Hearing Support Pilot last year, 755 women were accompanied into hearings across South West Sydney - matters ranging from AVO applications to family law to criminal proceedings.
COURT SUPPORT ➡️ https://jsc.org.au/free-services/dfvs/wdvcas/
CONTACT US ➡️ https://jsc.org.au/contact-us/

Sometimes the warning signs aren't bruises. Sometimes they're quieter. If someone you love is being coercively controlle...
03/06/2026

Sometimes the warning signs aren't bruises. Sometimes they're quieter.

If someone you love is being coercively controlled, you might notice:

- They check in with their partner constantly, or seem afraid of being late.
- They've stopped seeing friends, or skipped family events without a clear reason.
- They no longer have access to their own money, or have to ask permission to spend.
- They downplay their partner's behaviour, or apologise for them often.

Coercive control is now a criminal offence in NSW. If you're worried about someone, you don't have to fix it on your own. Reach out to a specialist service like us - we can help you think about how to support safely.

Help line: 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732).
CONTACT US ➡️ https://jsc.org.au/contact-us/

As we approach Pride Month this June, we also pause to recognise LGBTQ+ Domestic Violence Awareness Day today, an import...
28/05/2026

As we approach Pride Month this June, we also pause to recognise LGBTQ+ Domestic Violence Awareness Day today, an important reminder that safety, respect and inclusion must exist not only in our communities, but also within our relationships and homes.

First launched in 2020 by the LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Foundation, this global day shines a light on the often-hidden experiences of victim-survivors in LGBTQ+ communities under the theme .

Domestic, family and intimate partner violence can affect anyone. Yet reporting rates within LGBTQ+ communities remain incredibly low, with many people facing additional barriers to seeking help including fear of discrimination, isolation, stigma, or not being believed.

We affirm the importance of safe, inclusive and trauma-informed support services for all people, regardless of gender identity or sexuality.

As Pride Month begins on 1 June, it is also a time to celebrate identity, visibility and community while recognising that true pride must include safety, dignity and the right to live free from violence.

If you or someone you know needs support, affirming help is available:

➡️ QLife — 1800 184 527 (3pm–midnight)
➡️ Rainbow Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence Helpline — 1800 497 212
➡️ ACON — LGBTQ+ health, safety planning and support services
➡️ In an emergency, call 000.
Refer to: sayitoutloud.org.au

27/05/2026

So the question is: are we all in?

We know that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women experience higher rates of domestic and family violence, alongside additional barriers to support.

Being “all in” asks more of us:
• to listen more than we speak
• to design services with, not for, community
• to stay accountable, even when it’s uncomfortable

Because meaningful change doesn’t happen in a moment.
It happens in the choices we make every day.
Reconciliation is not a campaign.
It’s a commitment.
Read more HERE::: https://jsc.org.au/first-nations/

Some histories don’t sit in the past.They show up in:• trust (or lack of it)• access to services• how safe systems feelN...
26/05/2026

Some histories don’t sit in the past.
They show up in:
• trust (or lack of it)
• access to services
• how safe systems feel
National Sorry Day acknowledges the Stolen Generations, but it also asks us to recognise the ongoing impact of that history today.
Reflection matters.
But what we do next matters more.

>>> https://jsc.org.au/first-nations/

As we look towards this year’s National Reconciliation Week theme, “All In,” recently, our team had the opportunity to l...
21/05/2026

As we look towards this year’s National Reconciliation Week theme, “All In,” recently, our team had the opportunity to learn more about a powerful Know Your Rights resource developed by AbSec.

Designed specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents, the resource supports families to better understand their rights, and the rights of their children, when navigating the care and protection system.

Being All In means more than awareness. It means:

👉🏾Ensuring families have access to clear, culturally appropriate information
👉🏾Recognising and challenging systemic issues, including practices like “mother blaming”
👉🏾Supporting transparency and accountability through access to policies and processes
👉🏾Backing early access to legal support, so families are not navigating this system alone
This resource is a practical example of what it looks like to be All In: equipping families with knowledge, strengthening advocacy, and supporting more just outcomes.

We remain committed to walking alongside communities in ways that are informed, respectful and accountable.

If you’d like to explore the resource or refer a client:
👉🏾 https://absec.org.au/know-your-rights

“Just go to the police.”“Get a lawyer.”“Apply for an order.”We hear these phrases often, but it’s not always that simple...
18/05/2026

“Just go to the police.”
“Get a lawyer.”
“Apply for an order.”

We hear these phrases often, but it’s not always that simple.

For many people experiencing domestic and family violence, getting legal help can feel confusing, overwhelming, and out of reach.

That’s where we come in.

We provide free legal support to help you understand your rights, your options, and what to do next in a way that feels clear and manageable.

We can help with:

➡️ separation, parenting and property matters
➡️ domestic violence orders and victims compensation
➡️ driving and traffic issues
➡️ credit, debt, fines and consumer problems, including financial abuse

Because everyone deserves access to legal support, not just those who can afford it.

17/05/2026

Inclusion isn’t just a statement, it’s a signal.
A signal that says:
“You’ll be believed.”
“You’ll be respected.”
“You’re safe to speak.”
For LGBTQIA+ people experiencing violence, that signal isn’t always clear.
Research shows lower reporting rates, not because violence isn’t happening, but because support doesn’t always feel accessible.
Today, on IDAHOBIT, we are mindful that the way our services show up matters.

15/05/2026

There’s no single definition of a “family.”
But there is one shared need:
➡️ Safety
Domestic and family violence doesn’t just affect individuals, it reshapes entire family systems, especially for children.
Strong families aren’t defined by structure.
They’re defined by:
• stability
• respect
• access to support when things aren’t okay
Today is a reminder that support should meet families where they are, not where we assume them to be.

➡️ www.jsc.org.au

Recently, members of our team attended Revesby Workers'​ Club to receive funding through the ClubGRANTS program in suppo...
10/05/2026

Recently, members of our team attended Revesby Workers'​ Club to receive funding through the ClubGRANTS program in support of vulnerable clients across our community.
Through this funding:
>>> $15,000 will support Sydney & South West WDVCAS to provide home security cameras for vulnerable clients.
>>> A further $15,000 will support the hashtag Foundation to fund personal safety devices. Our SWS WDVCAS team will partner with hashtag to refer suitable high-risk clients to access personal safety devices for themselves and, where appropriate, their children.
These practical safety measures can make a meaningful difference for victim-survivors navigating risk, helping to increase safety, connection and peace of mind during incredibly difficult circumstances.

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