Stop cuts to survivor safety phone program

Stop cuts to survivor safe phones program

A new phone can be a lifeline when a woman is escaping an abuser. It can help her stay safe, stay connected to support systems and service, and prevent further abuse.

Yet the Morrison Government is set to cut funding for the WESNET program that distributes smartphones to survivors of domestic and sexual violence in June. If this decision stands - 600 domestic violence survivors each month will miss out on a new 'safe' phone.

There's still a chance to keep this important program going -- sign the petition to join the campaign to save the safe phones program, and create a wave of backlash Minister Ruston and the Morrison Government can't ignore.

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Sign the petition:

To Social Services Minister Ruston and the Morrison Government,

Domestic violence is a national crisis, and our governments should be ensuring all the services that can help women and their children get safe are funded to meet demand.

We urge you to reinstate funding to the Safe Technology for Women program, to ensure they can continue providing safe devices to women escaping and recovering from violence.

Signed,

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melissa , 4213  /  signed 2020-01-14 20:50:03 +1100
"As a victim of domestic violence I know how important it is to have a safe phone. Not everyone is as fortunate as me to have a family to provide one"
Rebecca , 7306  /  signed 2020-01-14 19:18:22 +1100
"Why would you want to make it harder for women to leave? Why scomo?"
Megan , 7212  /  signed 2020-01-14 19:00:41 +1100
"Why would you NOT want women leaving abuse to have a safe phone? For such a small amount of money, why would you get in the way of that?"
Tamara , 7249  /  signed 2020-01-14 18:39:23 +1100
"This is a small cost and act that does save lives …"
Sarah , 3350  /  signed 2020-01-14 18:36:25 +1100
Jess , 7250  /  signed 2020-01-14 18:17:59 +1100
"Appalling decision"
Ash , 7316  /  signed 2020-01-14 18:11:26 +1100
"It’s a life line that is a necessity in crisis situations"
Natasha , 7306  /  signed 2020-01-14 18:07:37 +1100
"Domestic violence survivors and Sexual abuse survivors in my family were lucky to escape with their lives. Other victims need practical assistance like the Safe Phones program to escape safely from their abuser. It’s mind-boggling that funding to this program is being cut. Shame on you!!"
Kate , 7248  /  signed 2020-01-14 18:03:34 +1100
"Kate Breen"
Melanie , 7253  /  signed 2020-01-14 18:01:11 +1100
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