45 years of providing safety,
support and education for people affected by family violence.
Our specialist service helps victims of family violence in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne be safe, take control of their lives, and work towards a better future.
Safety
Secure crisis accommodation, risk assessment and safety planning.
Support
Practical assistance, information and advice to help make choices for a safer future.
Education
Community programs and groups to support wellbeing and recovery.
Our key partners
Our latest news
Kara FVS news
Children in refuge. A journey of resistance and empowerment.
Children escaping family violence alongside their mother are receiving increased attention to their experiences and needs as victim-survivors themselves.
Kara FVS news
Children in refuge. A journey of resistance and empowerment.
Children escaping family violence alongside their mother are receiving increased attention to their experiences and needs as victim-survivors themselves.
Kara FVS news
Hope. A new book by Rosie Batty
As a fellow advocate and Friend Geraldine Bilston (Board member) gives her reflections on "Hope" by Rosie Batty
Kara FVS news
Hope. A new book by Rosie Batty
As a fellow advocate and Friend Geraldine Bilston (Board member) gives her reflections on "Hope" by Rosie Batty
Case studies
Case Study: Samira
Young, alone and 30 weeks pregnant, Samira arrived in need of advice and support on how to navigate her and her child’s future.
Case studies
Case Study: Samira
Young, alone and 30 weeks pregnant, Samira arrived in need of advice and support on how to navigate her and her child’s future.