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She/They Seeks Support
We know how hard it is to seek support, which is why we have made the first step easier.
Here's a list we have complied of support services and groups in Canberra. If you need support in Canberra get connected with these mental health, sexual assault, LGBTQIA+, Indigenous, legal, migrant, homelessness and alcohol and drug services.

DVCS is here to help people build lives free from domestic violence and fear.


24/7 Crisis Line: (02) 6280 0900


0421 268 492 (Note this is not monitored 24/7)


crisis@dvcs.org.au

CRCC works to eliminate sexual violence against women, young people, children, families and men.


(02) 6247 2525 (7am – 11pm)



Text Only: 0488 586 518



National sexual assault, domestic family violence counselling service.


24/7 Crisis Line: 1800 737 732

Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.


24/7 Crisis Line: 13 11 14


Text Only: 0477 13 11 14 (12pm – Midnight)

FAMSAC provides a safe and caring environment for victims of sexual assault. Their doctors and nurses are available every day of the year for forensic examination and medical care following sexual assault and referrals for sexual assault counselling.


02 5124 2185 (8.30am-5.00pm) or call The Canberra Hospital switchboard on 02 5124 0000 for help

Resources, contacts, information, and government programs and services for Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders.


There are also links to information and resources on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and languages.

The ACT Human Rights Commission can investigate and conciliate complaints if you have been harassed, treated unfairly or unjustly.


(02) 6205 222


HRCIntake@act.gov.au

A free service provided by the ACT Office for Women, to empower women and their families by helping them to access relevant and timely information to make choices that impact on their quality of life.



6205 1075


wi@act.gov.au

AGA supports the goals and needs of the intersex, transgender and gender diverse communities of Canberra and the surrounding region.


(02) 6162 1924