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Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Advisory Committee

Advises Council on matters about Domestic and Family Violence Prevention in Cumberland.

Committee objectives

The purpose of the Committee is to:

  • Provide strategic advice to Council on issues relating to domestic and family violence (DFV) in the Cumberland Local Government Area (LGA).
  • Inform Council decision-making in relation to policies, programs, communication strategies, and service delivery to address and prevent domestic and family violence.
  • Assist Council to consult and respond to the needs of individuals and communities affected by DFV in the Cumberland LGA.
  • Promote coordination and collaboration among service providers, government agencies, and community organisations responding to DFV.
  • Raise awareness of DFV and advocate for prevention, early intervention, and support services.

Terms of reference

View the Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (PDF, 264KB).

More information

For more information about this committee, contact our Committee Officer by phone 02 8757 9000 or emailĀ council@cumberland.nsw.gov.au.

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Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians

Cumberland City Council acknowledges the Darug Nation and People as Traditional Custodians of the land on which the Cumberland Local Government Area (LGA) is situated and pays respect to Aboriginal Elders both past, present and future. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Peoples of Australia. Cumberland City Council also acknowledges other Aboriginal, and Torres Strait Islander Peoples living in the Cumberland LGA and reaffirms that we will work closely with all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to advance reconciliation within the area.

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