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👨‍👧‍👦 Is Your Family Strong Enough? Help Us Build Better Dads.

Updated: Apr 10

Domestic violence isn't just a private issue, it’s a national crisis. In Australia, millions of children witness violence in their homes, often carrying that trauma for life.

Stronger Families is a powerful initiative with a clear message:

💬 “Men become better dads.”

This movement focuses on ending violence, helping dads change, and creating safe, loving homes for children.


🏡 What Is Stronger Families?

Stronger Families is an Australia-wide program that works with men who have used violence or control in their families. The mission? Not to punish but to educate, support, and reconnect.

Through workshops, counseling, and evidence-based programs, men learn to change their behavior and rebuild relationships.


Workshop facilitator engaging fathers in a group session on emotional responsibility.
Workshop facilitator engaging fathers in a group session on emotional responsibility.

💡 Since launch:

  • Reached 20,000+ people

  • Helped 460+ families

  • Achieved 97% improvement in father-child connection

🧠 The goal: Change from the inside out.

A father attends a parenting session, learning about child safety and emotional bonding.

 

🔑 Key Features of Stronger Families

🔹 Evidence-Based Programs

Programs utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help men understand their actions and develop healthier family habits.

🔹 Caring Dads Workshops

One of the strongest tools in this journey. These workshops teach dads how to:

  • Stop harmful behaviors

  • Rebuild trust and connection with their kids

🔹 Clinical Support & Training

Facilitators, counselors, and partner organizations receive expert training to deliver trauma-aware, culturally sensitive support.

🔹 Stopping the Cycle

Children who witness abuse may carry that trauma into adulthood. Stronger Families works with dads to break this cycle so future generations grow up safe.

 

The Reality of Domestic Violence in Australia

2021–2022 Stats You Should Know: 

📌 2.9 million children saw violence at home before age 15

📌 1 in 16 women & 1 in 18 men faced physical or sexual abuse

📌 1 in 4 women & 1 in 7 men have experienced emotional abuse

📌 1 in 6 women & 1 in 13 men suffered economic abuse

📌 1 in 5 women & 1 in 16 men were sexually abused

📢 These aren’t just numbers—they're a call to action.

 

❤️ Why Stronger Families Matter

👶 For Children

Protecting children is at the heart of every workshop, session, and action.

👫 For Families

The programs focus on healing relationships through learning, accountability, and emotional connection.

🏙️ For Society

With support from the government, communities, and you, Stronger Families helps create safer homes and stronger communities.

A family shares a smile after completing the program together.


A father who plays with children This is proof that Stronger Families helps men become better dads.
A father who plays with children This is proof that Stronger Families helps men become better dads.

📣 Take Action: Stay Informed & Share the Message

📲 Want to learn how digital education and community outreach help amplify missions like Stronger Families?

 

Disclaimer: This content is for the sole purpose of teaching and learning at Edith Cowan University and has not been endorsed or otherwise approved by the organisation it promotes


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