Ngala, Western Australia’s leading non-government provider of early parenting and early childhood services, welcomes the government’s announcement of establishing a family and domestic violence taskforce to improve the response and prevention of this serious issue.
Ngala CEO Michelle Dillon said Ngala was in full support of the taskforce, which will be chaired by the Minister for Prevention of Family and Domestic Violence, Simone McGurk, and include representatives from government agencies, the community sector, and people with lived experience.
“Family and domestic violence is a complex and pervasive problem that affects people of all ages, backgrounds, and circumstances. It has devastating impacts on the physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities,” Ms Dillon said.
“Ngala recognises that early intervention and prevention are key to breaking the cycle of violence and creating a safer and more respectful society for everyone. We are committed to working with the government and other stakeholders to ensure that our services are responsive, accessible, and inclusive for people who are affected by family and domestic violence.”
Ms Dillon said Ngala’s services, which range from pre-birth through to early adulthood (0-18 years of age), aim to support parents, families, carers, children and young people in WA to their full potential.
“We know that family and domestic violence can have long-lasting effects on children’s development, learning, and behaviour. That’s why we are dedicated to providing trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices that support the healing and recovery of children and families who have experienced violence.”
Ms Dillon said Ngala looked forward to contributing to the work of the taskforce and collaborating with other organisations to improve the outcomes for people who are affected by family and domestic violence.
“We applaud the government for taking this important step to bolster the family and domestic violence response in WA. We hope that this will lead to more coordinated, effective, and sustainable solutions that address the root causes of violence and promote a culture of respect, equality, and non-violence,” she said.
For more information about Ngala’s services, visit their website or call the Ngala Parenting Line on 08 9368 9368 (metro) or 1800 111 546 (regional).