Understanding Domestic and Family Violence and Animal Welfare with Lucy's Project CEO Monique Dam

Joy speaks with Monique Dam - CEO of Lucy's Project about domestic and family violence, sexual violence and the connection with pets. How can we advocate for ourselves, our loved ones and lead change? Lucy's Project is a national charity that aims to improve the safety of people and animals experiencing domestic and family violence through collaboration, advocacy, research and education.  We delve deep into real stories of women, children and young people experiencing violence, how to engage support services and how you might approach helping a loved one. We explore the data and practical steps you can take towards making change for safety. The wellbeing of people and their animals is interconnected. This is a conversation that will impact all listeners, require you to think more deeply and provide new insights into the prevalence of violence in Australia. A must listen for people of all backgrounds, ages and cultures. RESOURCES:   1800RESPECT Phone: 1800 737 732 Website: 1800respect.org.au 24/7 National counselling helpline, information and support    Full Stop Australia ‍Phone: 1800 385 578 Website: fullstop.org.au ‍24/7 National counselling helpline   13 Yarn Phone: 13 92 76 24/7 crisis support run by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. A confidential, culturally safe space to yarn about your needs, worries or concerns.    Rainbow Sexual, Domestic and Family Violence Helpline Phone: 1800 497 212 24/7 support‍ for anyone from the LGBTIQ+ community whose life has been impacted by sexual, domestic and/or family violence.    KIDS HELPLINE ‍Phone: 1800 55 1800 Website: kidshelpline.com.au ‍24/7 Telephone counselling service for children and young people aged 5-25 years Lucy's Project Help  Lucy's Project About Lucy's Project Linkedin Lucy's Project Instagram Joy's Instagram Buy Me A Coffee Joy's Website Joy's Linkedin Music by Joy Pereira + Twinmusicom If you are experiencing Domestic and Family Violence, please reach out to your local services in your country for supports.