https://feeds.blubrry.com/feeds/3957776.xml In Conversations About Family Violence – You Do Not Have To Put Up With It! http://blubrry.com/3957776/ http://blubrry.com/3957776/ 3957776 You deserve safety, respect, and peace. The heart of our new podcast series, In Conversations About Family Violence – You Do Not Have To Put Up With It, is hosted by Ms Carmella Acciarito, Principal Lawyer and Founder of DFV Lawyers. This series is designed to inform, empower, and support anyone affected by family violence — as well as the professionals and community members who walk alongside them. Through six thoughtful episodes, Ms Carmella breaks down the realities of family violence in Australia, the legal protections available, and the vital role of police, courts, and support services. If you or someone you know is living with fear or control, this podcast is a reminder: You are not alone, and help is available. As Australia faces rising rates of domestic and family violence, this series provides clear, accessible insights into: The national escalation of DFV- What’s going on in Australia? The historical conceptions of family violence in Australia- When did this all start in Australia? Victoria’s legislative and legal framework- What is the law in this area and how do the courts Practical strategies for safety and support services. The role of Victoria Police- How do the Victoria Police get involved in family disputes? This podcast is essential listening for professionals, advocates, and community members committed to understanding and responding to family violence. Series 1: Introduction What Is Happening in Australia with the Escalation of Domestic and Family Violence? Series 2: DFV Lawyers – Who are Melbourne’s First Domestic and Family Violence Law Firm? Series 3: Is Domestic and Family Violence Something New to Australia? Series 4: Understanding Family Violence in Victoria – The Legislation and the Courts Series 5: Tips for Understanding and Responding to Family Violence in Victoria Series 6 :The Role of Victoria Police in the handling and reporting of Family Violence episodic Ms Carmella Acciarito podcast en-au Copyright 2026 In Conversations About Family Violence – You Do Not Have To Put Up With It! Copyright 2026 In Conversations About Family Violence – You Do Not Have To Put Up With It! http://blubrry.com/3957776/ https://assets.blubrry.com/coverart/orig/3957776-576255.jpg In Conversations About Family Violence – You Do Not Have To Put Up With It! DFV Lawyers is proud to launch “In Conversations About Family Violence – You Do Not Have To Put Up With It,” a six‑part podcast series hosted by Ms Carmella, Founder and Principal Domestic & Family Violence Lawyer. Blubrry Podcasting: https://www.blubrry.com/ false http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 06059df1-00f9-5106-919e-ff15900184bd Carmella Acciarito Melbourne, City of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 Series 2: What Is Happening in Australia with the Escalation of Domestic and Family Violence? https://blubrry.com/3957776/153799632/series-2-what-is-happening-in-australia-with-the-escalation-of-domestic-and-family-violence/ https://blubrry.com/3957776/153799632/series-2-what-is-happening-in-australia-with-the-escalation-of-domestic-and-family-violence/ Ms Carmella Acciarito Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 Australia has seen a significant rise in people charged with family and domestic violence offences.

  • Police recorded 97,800 offenders in the 2024–25 financial year, an 8% increase from the previous year — the largest rise since national reporting began.
  • This equates to 403 offenders per 100,000 people, the highest rate ever recorded.
  • Around 78% of offenders are men, with most aged between 30 and 39.

These increases may reflect both more incidents and stronger policing, including new laws such as coercive control offences.

In this episode, we explore the causal drivers behind the increase in domestic and family violence in Australia.

]]> 0:08:45 false Carmella Acciarito Series 1: DFV Lawyers – Who are Melbourne’s First Domestic and Family Violence Law Firm? https://blubrry.com/3957776/153798739/series-1-dfv-lawyers-who-are-melbournes-first-domestic-and-family-violence-law-firm/ https://blubrry.com/3957776/153798739/series-1-dfv-lawyers-who-are-melbournes-first-domestic-and-family-violence-law-firm/ Ms Carmella Acciarito Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 In this, the first episode of our six-part series, we take a deep dive into DFV Lawyers, who they are, what they do, and how they can help.

If you are suffering from family or domestic violence issues, this is the first step towards a brighter future.

]]> 0:08:45 false Carmella Accarito Welcome to In Conversations About Family Violence – You Do Not Have To Put Up With It https://blubrry.com/3957776/153799630/welcome-to-in-conversations-about-family-violence-you-do-not-have-to-put-up-with-it/ https://blubrry.com/3957776/153799630/welcome-to-in-conversations-about-family-violence-you-do-not-have-to-put-up-with-it/ Ms Carmella Acciarito Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:06:00 -0400 DFV Lawyers is proud to launch “In Conversations About Family Violence – You Do Not Have To Put Up With It,” a six-part podcast series hosted by Ms Carmella Acciarito, Founder and Principal Domestic & Family Violence Lawyer.

You deserve safety, respect, and peace.

That’s the heart of our new podcast series, In Conversations About Family Violence – You Do Not Have To Put Up With It, hosted by Ms Carmella Acciarito, Principal Lawyer and Founder of DFV Lawyers.

This series is designed to inform, empower, and support anyone affected by family violence — as well as the professionals and community members who walk alongside them.

Through six thoughtful episodes, Carmella breaks down the realities of family violence in Australia, the legal protections available, and the vital role of police, courts, and support services.

If you or someone you know is living with fear or control, this podcast is a reminder:

You are not alone, and help is available.

As Australia faces rising rates of domestic and family violence, this series provides clear, accessible insights into:

• the national escalation of DFV- What’s going on in Australia?

• the historical conceptions of family violence in Australia- When did this all start in Australia?

• Victoria’s legislative and legal framework- What is the law in this area and how do the courts 

• the role of Victoria Police- How do the Victoria Police get involved in family disputes?

• practical strategies for safety and support services.

This podcast is essential listening for professionals, advocates, and community members committed to understanding and responding to family violence.

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