Support Options

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The issues we are considering in Creating Safe Spaces can be distressing and can trigger past concerns for some people.
Please find below a list of support options available to you to assist you with any issues that may arise for you whilst completing this training.

Crisis support and suicide prevention

Lifeline
13 11 14

Support and information relating to sexual violence, family or domestic violence

Rape and Domestic Violence Services Australia (24/7)
1800 424 017

National Sexual Assault, Domestic & Family Violence Line (24/7)
1800 737 732

Information and support relating to child sexual assault

Bravehearts
1800 272 831

Christian Specific Assistance

Your Pastor or church leadership

Baptist Association of NSW and ACT
9868 9200

Baptist Association Ministry Standards Hotline for church leaders related to urgent reporting advice (not for general CSS enquiries)

1300 647 780 / standards@nswactbaptists.org.au

Mental Health Helplines

Beyondblue
1300 224 636

Kids Helpline
1800 551 800

Adults survivors of childhood trauma and abuse

Blue Knot Foundation
1300 657 380

NSW Government Assistance

Child Protection Helpline
132 111

Domestic Violence Line
1800 656 463

Elder Abuse Helpline
1800 628 221

ACT Government Assistance

Community Services

Child and Youth Protection Services
1300 556 729

Domestic Violence Crisis Services
02 6280 0900