NSW police reach out to domestic and family violence victims with ‘Empower You' mobile app
The app is available in 11 different languages, including Hindi and Punjabi languages.
Empower You app on a phone Credit: Moon LUO, Auburn Police Area Command 'NSW is culturally diverse, so it is imperative we are working with our multicultural communities to maintain public safety and prevent crime. The 'Empower You' app is a crucial tool in our fight against domestic violence. By expanding its accessibility, we are empowering more victims to seek help and ensuring that our support services are available to everyone,' NSW Police Multi-Cultural Portfolio Sponsor, Assistant Commissioner Brett McFadden said.
Domestic violence victim, a young woman being hurt Credit: pepifoto/Getty Images Police have also created new signage in different languages with a QR code for easy access to the app. The signs are being distributed to local businesses and other community facilities in various languages. 'Empower You' app, developed as part of the commitment to ensuring better outcomes for victims of domestic and family violence across the state, was launched in July 2023 by NSW police. In a statement, NSW police said more than 24,000 users have downloaded it since it's official launch. Anyone with information relating to domestic and family-related violence is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au . Information is treated in strict confidence. Find all our podcasts here at: SBS Hindi Podcast Collection SBS Hindi
04/02/2025 16:20 SBS Hindi
15/10/2019 09:32
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
ABC News
28 minutes ago
- ABC News
Police ethical standards investigation underway after death in custody at Brisbane watch house
Queensland police are investigating a death of a 41-year-old man in custody at the Brisbane watch house on the weekend. Police say the man from Zillmere, in the city's north, was arrested on on July 16 over an outstanding warrant. Three days later, on Saturday July 19, he "became unresponsive", police said in a statement. According to the statement, first aid was rendered, but the man was declared dead around 6pm. "This matter remains under investigation by the Ethical Standards Command on behalf of the State Coroner, with independent oversight by the Crime and Corruption Commission," the police said. The death comes two weeks after a report into the state's watch houses identified capacity issues and prolonged detention as major hurdles to overcome. The report found some watch houses had ineffective CCTV systems, poor temperature control and ventilation, with some subject to rodent infestations. Deputy Commissioner Cameron Harsely led the report, and said adults were spending an average of 118 hours in custody in watch houses, while children were spending an average of 161 hours. "They are not custody facilities, they are processing facilities," he said after the report was released. The Queensland Police Minister Dan Purdie said he agreed with the report's 34 recommendations. "This report highlights some urgent things that can be done, probably some mid-term things and some longer, strategic things that can't be fixed overnight," he said.
News.com.au
39 minutes ago
- News.com.au
Fadi Ibrahim consents to AVO to protect ex-business partner
Sydney personality Fadi Ibrahim has agreed to an AVO taken out by police to protect his former business partner, a court has heard. Mr Ibrahim, the brother of Sydney nightclub tsar John Ibrahim, was hit with an AVO application last year seeking to protect Benjamin Scott. Mr Scott was Mr Ibrahim's long-term business partner before an apparent falling out last year and police applied for an AVO to protect him and three family members. Mr Ibrahim, wearing a black suit and tie, appeared in Sydney's Downing Centre Local Court on Wednesday where he was represented by high-profile criminal lawyer Gregory Goold. In court, Mr Ibrahim consented to the AVO being made without making any admissions, bringing the saga to an end. Magistrate Susan Horan asked Mr Ibrahim if he understood that if he breached the AVO, he could potentially face a jail term of up to five years. 'Yes, your honour,' Mr Ibrahim said. Under the order, he must not assault, threaten, stalk, harass or intimidate Benjamin and Ava Scott and Robin and Kamilla Tate. He must not intentionally or recklessly damage their property or harm any animals that belong to them. Mr Ibrahim must also not approach or contact them unless through a legal representative. The orders last for two years. Police also took out four AVOs against Mr Ibrahim's brother Sam which were, on Wednesday, withdrawn by the prosecution. John Ibrahim was not alleged to have had any involvement in the saga.
ABC News
an hour ago
- ABC News
Former Australia female indoor hockey team coach Lauren Austin admits sexual offence charges
The former coach of Australia's female indoor hockey team has admitted kissing a teenage girl who was under her supervision and pleaded guilty to sexual offences. Lauren Nicole Austin, 39, was last charged last year with four counts of indecent dealing with a child over 16. Appearing in Perth Magistrates Court on Wednesday, Austin admitted to those charges, with the magistrate describing each offence as "namely kissing" when reading them out. The offences occurred in three Perth suburbs last year and involved a child under her supervision. No other details of the offences were revealed in court. Two charges of sexual penetration without consent were dropped. When she was charged last year, WA Police said the allegations related to one victim. Austin had been banned by the court from supervising children in sports activities at any level as a condition of her bail. She said nothing to the media after the hearing and will return to court in September.
