http://hdl.handle.net/2123/1230 Sun, 26 May 2013 02:00:30 GMT 2013-05-26T02:00:30Z http://hdl.handle.net/2123/8683 Title: Evaluation of the Green Valley Liverpool Domestic Violence Service (GVLDVS): Walking with women on their journey away from violence Authors: Laing, Lesley; Toivonen, Cherie Abstract: The Green Valley Liverpool Domestic Violence Service (GVLDVS) is one of six specialist domestic violence services funded under the Integrated Domestic and Family Violence Services Program (ID&FVSP). Originally providing a service only to women and children in Green Valley, the service was expanded under the ID&FVSP program to comprise six staff and extended to cover the Liverpool LGA. The GVLDVS is one of only two specialist domestic violence services located within the NSW Health sector. The brief of the service extends beyond the provision of direct services to women and children experiencing domestic violence to include an explicit focus on the promotion of a coordinated interagency response to domestic violence. This evaluation covered both its role in direct service delivery and in promoting a collaborative response to domestic violence, in particular, in its partnership with the police. Sat, 01 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2123/8683 2012-09-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/2123/7917 Title: "They should have this in every court." Evaluation of the NSW Women’s Refuge Movement Women's Family Law Support Service (WFLSS) Authors: Laing, Lesley Abstract: This is an evaluation of the first support service in Australia for women attending the Family Courts. The WFLSS is a partnership between the NSW Women's Refuge Movement and the Family Court of Australia. This evaluation provides the views of women and court staff about the service. Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2123/7917 2011-06-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/2123/7022 Title: Enabling participation of diverse families: A discussion paper for P&Cs Authors: Rawsthorne, Margot Abstract: In 2008 the Federation of Parents & Citizens Association NSW commissioned Dr.Rawsthorne to undertake research on the barriers and facilitators of parental participation in the P&C movement (and more generally in their involvement at schools. This discussion paper reports the findings of research undertaken with active P&C members, potential P&C members, access staff and senior school staff. It places the findings from this research in the context of the broader scholarship and existing research. The aims of the Discussion Paper are to resource local P&C committees as well as generate discussion concerning participation. It does not advocate for a ‘one size fits all’ approach, instead recognises that strategies will be most effective if developed locally and tailored to the particular composition of individual schools and communities. Fri, 26 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2123/7022 2010-11-26T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6535 Title: “THEY NEVER ASKED ME ANYTHING ABOUT THAT”: The Stories of Women who Experience Domestic Violence and Mental Health Concerns/Illness Authors: Laing, Lesley; Toivonen, Cherie; Irwin, Jude; Napier, Lindsey Abstract: This report outlines the experiences of a group of women who have lived with domestic violence and mental illness/health concerns. These women’s interviews were part of the research Towards Better Practice: Enhancing collaboration between domestic violence and mental health services. Sun, 12 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6535 2010-09-12T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6267 Title: Aboriginal Women Against Violence Project Evaluation Report Authors: Rawsthorne, Margot; with Alice Chivell, with Alison Smith Abstract: In 2008 Joan Harrison’s Support Services for Women received funding under the National Community Crime Prevention Programme (NCCPP) in relation to the Aboriginal Women Against Violence Project. The overall aim of the project was ‘to address family violence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in Liverpool and Campbelltown areas’ (Attorney General’s Funding schedule). The project identified two specific strategies to achieve this general aim: to train local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to become trainer, mentors and advocates in their own communities;to establish an Aboriginal Women Against Violence Committee. This evaluation reports on the agreed outcomes identified in the funding agreement as well as identifying broader lessons arising from the project in relation to addressing violence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6267 2010-07-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6266 Title: Enabling participation of diverse families study: Preliminary Report to the Federation of P&Cs: Family Survey Authors: Rawsthorne, Margot Abstract: This report provides preliminary results from a study of parental participation commissioned by the Federation of Parents & Citizens’ Association of New South Wales. It is the first stage of a larger study which includes: surveys of parents; surveys of principals; and, focus groups with parents. Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6266 2010-07-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6255 Title: No way to live: Women’s experiences of negotiating the family law system in the context of domestic violence Authors: Laing, Lesley Abstract: This report explores women’s experiences of the family law system following their separation from a relationship in which they experienced domestic violence. The research highlights the inadequacies of the current system in protecting women and children from abuse and makes recommendations for legislative and other reforms. Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6255 2010-06-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6254 Title: Lesbian parents reconciling work/family responsibilities: Summary Report Authors: Rawsthorne, Margot Abstract: This report outlines some of the key findings of a study undertaken with lesbian parents in New South Wales in 2006. The study involved qualitative semi-structured interviews with lesbian women caring for children. Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:59:29 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6254 2010-06-21T00:59:29Z http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6192 Title: Liverpool Women’s Health Centre Young Women’s Healthy Relationships Project Evaluation Report (No. 1) Authors: Rawsthorne, Margot; Hoffman, Sonia Description: This document reports on the findings of three elements of the evaluation of the WEEO WISER Peer Education program: pre and post self administered questionnaires; a focus group with Peer Educators; and, a focus group with Key Stakeholders. Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6192 2007-09-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6159 Title: Unless they're asked: routine screening for domestic violence in NSW Health: an evaluation report of the pilot project Authors: Irwin, Jude; Waugh, Fran Abstract: An evaluation of the pilot of routine screening in two NSW Area Health Services. This evaluation will inform the implementation of screening in Health services. Fri, 01 Jun 2001 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6159 2001-06-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6118 Title: Bridging the Gap: Evaluation of the Domestic Violence And Mental Health Pilot Project -Joan Harrison Support Services For Women Authors: Laing, Lesley; Toivonen, Cherie Abstract: The Domestic Violence and Mental Health (DV&MH) position was established by Joan Harrison Support Services for Women (JHSSW)as a pilot project in 2008. It was a direct response to findings from the Towards Better Practice (TBP) research project that aimed to enhance collaboration between mental health and women's domestic violence services. The DV&MH service works with women who have experienced both domestic violence and mental illness/health concerns. This report evaluated the impact of this new, innovative service. Tue, 18 May 2010 06:04:52 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6118 2010-05-18T06:04:52Z http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6108 Title: Evaluation of the Green Valley Domestic Violence Service (GVDVS) Authors: Laing, Lesley; Irwin, Jude; Kennaugh, Cherie Abstract: The GVDVS is an innovative approach aimed at improving the response to women and children experiencing domestic violence, through a partnership between NSW Health, the Department of Community Services, Police, Housing and a range of non-government agencies. Health is the lead agency. Because of the developmental and evolving nature of the GVDVS, a ‘formative’ or ‘process’ evaluation was conducted. Data was collected from a range of sources including clients and staff of the service; frontline and management representatives of agencies in the area served by the service; and the client, training and community development records of the service. Analysis of this data indicated that the presence of a specialist domestic violence service has been the catalyst for improved interagency responses to domestic violence in Green Valley. GVDVS has developed a model of service delivery to women and children that provides a model of good practice in domestic violence service delivery within the health system. Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/2123/6108 2005-04-01T00:00:00Z