Is Labor tackling gendered violence?

Is Labor tackling gendered violence?

Author: ABC Australia January 31, 2026 Duration: 26:00
In 2022, the Albanese Government joined its state and territory counterparts to commit to ending violence against women and children in a generation. But while Labor says they've made ending violence a key priority, with more than $4 billion for women's safety initiatives, where are things four years on? And with a wraparound approach needed to counter the issue, is a national watchdog urgently needed to ensure recommendations are actually implemented? Claudia Long joins Patricia Karvelas for this special edition of Politics Now. Got a burning question? Got a burning political query? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au Family and domestic violence support: 1800 Respect national helpline: 1800 737 732 Women's Crisis Line: 1800 811 811 Men's Referral Service: 1300 766 491 Lifeline (24 hour crisis line): 131 114 Relationships Australia: 1300 364 277 NSW Domestic Violence Line: 1800 656 463 Qld DV Connect Womensline: 1800 811 811 Vic Safe Steps crisis response line: 1800 015 188 ACT 24/7 Crisis Line: (02) 6280 0900 Tas Family Violence Counselling and Support Service: 1800 608 122 SA Domestic Violence Crisis Line: 1800 800 098 WA Women's Domestic Violence 24h Helpline: 1800 007 339 NT Domestic violence helpline: 1800 737 732

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