The long-lasting shadow endemic; domestic and sexual violence
Tracks
2
| Sunday, August 4, 2024 |
| 9:00 AM - 9:40 AM |
| C2.2 + C2.3 |
Details
An alarming 20% of Australians (3.8 million adults) have reported domestic and/or sexual violence since the age of 15. Tragically, children and adolescents are at the highest risk of experiencing domestic and/or sexual violence. The prevalence of domestic and sexual violence were further heightened during the COVID-19 pandemic and multiple lockdowns. The impact of domestic violence is long lasting and immeasurable, affecting victims, families and communities. Illness, injury, disabilities, physical and emotional trauma, homelessness and drug addiction are some of the issues experienced by domestic and sexual violence victims.
Community pharmacists can play a critical role in prevention and early intervention. But as a profession, are we equipped with the knowledge and skills to support domestic and sexual violence victims? During this session, we discuss how to identify, communicate, support and appropriately refer victims of violence.
Learning objectives
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Describe the nature and impact of domestic and sexual violence within communities.
2. Outline the risk and safety considerations of individuals experiencing domestic and sexual violence.
3. Discuss safe responses to address the safety of individuals experiencing domestic and sexual violence including planning, referral and ongoing support considerations.
Competency standards: 1.3, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2
Speakers
Sandy Taylor
Founding Director
PVAW (Preventing Violence Against Women)
The long-lasting shadow endemic ; domestic and sexual violence
Biography
Treating the scourge of violence against women as a health issue, rather than a 'women's issue' has meant the opportunity to partner with one of the most trusted health care professional cohorts - Pharmacists. A background of how PVAW was formed, the complexities of Family and Domestic abuse, the development and implementation of Pharmacist-specific Domestic Abuse recognition and support training, and, how we can all make a difference in addressing this issue that many are referring to as a National Epidemic will be discussed.
