Aboriginal & Torres Strait
Islander Support
Hunter Valley Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Services (HVWDVCAS) has specialist workers to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and kids at court.
How we help:
This service is for women only. This service supports women who are experiencing domestic violence by:
- Supporting you and providing a safe place for you to wait while you’re at court.
- Giving you information about court and AVOs. If you wish, where possible, have an Aboriginal worker to help you.
- Helping you talk with the gunjies or your lawyer.
- Put you in touch with other support services and legal advice. In a number of courts, Legal Aid NSW provides lawyers who can give you free, independent legal advice.