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Family harmony

Understanding family violence in Somali and Eritrean communities in the western region of Melbourne

This research explores the issue of family violence within the Somali and Eritrean communities in Melbourne’s western region. The research targeted three groups – Somali and Eritrean women, ethno-specific service providers and mainstream service providers to gain an understanding of the key issues in relation to family violence in these communities and how services can be improved to better meet the needs of these communities.

Family harmony