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Not all violence leaves bruises

For years, Cass’s partner humiliated her, told her she was a bad mother, cut her off from friends and stopped her from working.

He had weapons all over the house and intimidated her with physical abuse. But it was never enough to call the police.

Cass didn’t know her partner was committing a crime called ‘coercive control’. It’s a form of abuse that isolates a person and breaks them down.

One day, Cass had a chance to take her two children and escape.

She was desperate to leave, but where would she go? Outside, there was a housing crisis.

Like too many people in Australia today, Cass battled a choice between staying with an abusive partner or facing homelessness.

Will you please donate to help someone like her?

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Families in danger urgently need an escape before it’s too late

While her partner was in another room, Cass and the children grabbed what they could and ran.

Cass worried she’d made the wrong choice for her children.

Many people like Cass return to their abuser. It’s hard starting over with nothing, and they’ve often stopped believing they deserve a better life.

Thankfully, Cass was put in touch with Mission Australia – and a room in a safe refuge for women and children.

Your gift today can give more families a safe place and support to escape abuse.

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The chance at a new life

As soon as she and her children arrived at the crisis accommodation, Cass felt safe.

There was food in the pantry, and security cameras everywhere. A Mission Australia case worker made sure the children had what they needed for school. A counsellor was available if Cass or the kids needed to talk.

Thanks to the kindness of the Mission Australia community, Cass is now in transitional housing. It’s warm and comfortable. After years of fear and distress, Cass can finally create a secure, loving home.

A Mission Australia case worker still checks in regularly, but there’s no going back for Cass.

This is the emotional and practical support that helps a family escaping domestic abuse start over. You can help another family fleeing danger by donating to Mission Australia here now.

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If you or someone you know are experiencing abuse or violence, contact the National Sexual Assault, Family & Domestic Violence Counselling line on 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732).

Names and images have been changed to protect the identity of the people we help.

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Mission Australia has been helping people move towards independence, and our commitment to this vital work has never been stronger.

Thanks to your support, together we helped 160,520 people in 2024 by combatting homelessness, assisting disadvantaged families and children, addressing mental health issues, fighting substance dependencies, and much more.

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In 2024, 89% of our income went straight back into delivering services that assisted vulnerable Australians.

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Donate today. Provide a safe haven for families facing domestic abuse.

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Not all violence leaves bruises

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Please donate to help parents and children escaping domestic abuse find a safe home.

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