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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Ben , 3057  /  signed 2019-12-18 09:56:22 +1100
Jo-Anne , 2317  /  signed 2019-12-18 09:37:40 +1100
"I work for a not-for-profit who stocks these safe phones and have seen the difference they can make to a women escaping domestic violence. These phones make a world of difference, removing the funding here just creates yet another barrier for women and families escaping violence."
Judi , 5251  /  signed 2019-12-18 09:29:43 +1100
"Mobile phones are a primary source of contact for many if not most Australians, particularly in a crisis. For those who are experiencing abuse, being unable to access a phone to call for assistance from police or others could prove fatal. This service is essential to keep women in abusive relationships safe."
Annie , 3550  /  signed 2019-12-18 08:46:54 +1100
Megan , 3153  /  signed 2019-12-18 08:41:19 +1100
Richard , 3085  /  signed 2019-12-18 08:25:55 +1100
Susan , 3188  /  signed 2019-12-18 08:04:25 +1100
Jasmine , BS5 7PF  /  signed 2019-12-18 06:41:08 +1100
Lurline  /  signed 2019-12-18 06:03:50 +1100
"Lurline Comerford"
caroline , 6122  /  signed 2019-12-18 00:32:23 +1100
"its helps abused women who are running away from violent partners"
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