Broome FDV One Stop Hub - Frequently Asked Questions

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Broome has been confirmed as the location for a new regional family and domestic violence One Stop Hub in the Kimberley.
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One Stop Hubs are designed to make it easier for victims of family and domestic violence, by providing a range of support and wraparound services in one location.

This page addresses some of the frequently asked questions regarding the Broome FDV One Stop Hub.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Family and Domestic Violence One Stop Hub?

A Family and Domestic Violence One Stop Hub (FDV Hub) provides connected services in the one location for people experiencing family and domestic violence, making it easier to get assistance and access to a range of support services.

A FDV Hub does not include emergency support or accommodation.  Instead, it provides an early intervention and prevention approach which is intended to support longer-term outcomes for families.

This approach helps to address vulnerabilities and behaviours that may escalate into family and domestic violence or provides protective measures aimed at preventing this from happening in the first place.

Why do we need a FDV Hub in Broome?

Research highlighted Broome and the surrounding West Kimberley areas as having a high demand for support services to help address family and domestic violence in the region.

Sadly, the West Kimberley district has among the highest number of hospital admissions relating to family and domestic violence across Western Australia.

Broome was determined to be well-suited  for a FDV Hub location because of its infrastructure availability and the distribution of the Kimberley population.  

What type of services will be offered at the FDV Hub?

The type of services delivered at the Hub are based on the needs and interests of the local community who require the services.

People in Broome have told us that cultural healing and On Country activities are an important part of FDV prevention and intervention The Broome Hub will provide a range of specialist supports for people experiencing family and domestic violence, including advocacy, counselling, legal assistance and support for children; all from a single location. 

It will also provide family and domestic violence outreach services in Derby and Bidyadanga.

Will there be support for people who behave violently at home?

The Department of Communities expects that the Broome Hub will link with existing perpetrator services in the West Kimberley region. 

An important aspect of this will be information sharing, when this is appropriate, between the Hub and existing perpetrator services.

When will the Hub be open?

It is expected to open in 2024.

Further details and updates can be viewed on the Department of Communities Family and Domestic Violence One Stop Hubs website.

Alternatively, please contact fdvhubs2@communities.wa.gov.au to be added to our stakeholder list to receive future email updates.

Where in Broome will the FDV Hub be located?

The Department of Communities is exploring potential sites in Broome for delivery of One Stop Hub services.

Works are being undertaken to secure both a long-term site and an interim property for commencement of services in late 2024.

Where can I get assistance and support now?

There are a range of support services and helplines across regional, rural and remote Western Australia.

Visit the Family and domestic violence support and advice page.

More support services, useful information and resources are also listed on our Family and Domestic Violence Services and Resources page

You can call the National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service on 1800RESPECT or 1800 737 732.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger Dial 000 and ask for police.

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