The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic presents new concerns and challenges for practitioners and services working to support victim survivors of family violence.

To help professionals navigate these challenging times, we have created this section of The Lookout to provide information and useful resources on responding to family violence during COVID-19. 

In this section you can find: 

• Answers to your frequently asked questions (FAQs) on how COVID-19 will impact the incidence of family violence and how you deliver services to victim survivors in Victoria. 
• A tip sheet for professionals working in essential services outlining warning signs of family violence how to respond appropriately.  
• A MARAM practice guide for specialist family violence workers, detailing the steps you must take to assess and manage family violence risk during COVID-19. 

We will progressively be adding more information and resources to The Lookout in these coming weeks. Please check in regularly for new updates, information and resources.