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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Ann , 2750  /  signed 2019-12-13 12:19:57 +1100
Janette , 4066  /  signed 2019-12-13 12:19:41 +1100
"With at least one woman per week being murdered by a current or ex-partner the government’s decision to cut funding to this program is appalling. If this is an indication of their attitude towards women, they do not have my support."
michelle , 6105  /  signed 2019-12-13 12:18:30 +1100
"I manage a refuge for young women some of who have children impacted by domestic and family violence. These survivors often present to the refuge with only the clothes on their back. More often than not, these young people just want a safe place to stay while they attend school. These phones play a vital role in ensuring their safety and well being when out in the community. Having access to a phone enables a young person to travel safely, contact their safety people, communicate with the refuge and ensure that they are able to contact emergency services if an abuser locates them. Please do not cut funds for such an extremely important and worthwhile service."
Melissa , 5158  /  signed 2019-12-13 12:17:56 +1100
Noella , 2578  /  signed 2019-12-13 12:17:56 +1100
Anna , 4650  /  signed 2019-12-13 12:17:50 +1100
"It is vital to provide women with a phone so that they can escape life threatening abuse. So little can mean so much in such a terrifying situation."
Christina , 2785  /  signed 2019-12-13 12:17:16 +1100
"Christina Wedd"
Gemma , 2131  /  signed 2019-12-13 12:17:09 +1100
Pat , 4573  /  signed 2019-12-13 12:16:58 +1100
"More and more womens rights are being eroded. Funding cuts in this area could result in even more deaths of women than are occurring now. Everyone has the right to be safe"
Harold , 4680  /  signed 2019-12-13 12:16:41 +1100
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