EVAWQ acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians and first peoples of Australia. We recognise the impacts of colonisation and dispossession and the contemporary disadvantage experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. EVAWQ is committed to working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and men to end violence against their women and children in Queensland.

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 PROVIDE ADVICE + 

 MONITOR IMPACTS 

POLICY + ADVOCACY

Provide policy advice and monitor policies, legislation, programs and practices which impact on women and children experiencing gender-based violence by:

 

  • Listening to women’s issues brought up by services/individuals/networks

  • Voicing stories, campaigning behind them, and sharing results

  • Supporting our members to promote and prioritise equity of access to services for all women

  • Establishing relationships with relevant networks and government

  • Working together with Government toward a paradigm shift from service supports to greater investment in true early intervention and prevention strategies