‘Be there’ – a world first Domestic Violence app, supporting the bystander
May 30, 2022
Do you want to know what to say or how to ‘be there’ for a loved one, a friend or even a stranger who
MATE is an education and intervention program teaching us all to be leaders in the prevention of violence and problematic behaviour.
The bystander approach focuses not on the perpetrator or victim of violence rather, what we can all do to prevent violence in our homes, workplaces, schools and communities.
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MATE is designed of best practice and has been developed over two decades of delivering training to diverse and varied populations.
MATE focuses on the prevention of violence against women, and additionally (depending on your specific needs), applies a bystander approach to the prevention of racism & discrimination, bullying & harassment, and creating positive workplaces – allowing us to contribute to communities free from all forms of violence.
Ultimately, the aim of the program is the raise awareness of the level of abusive behaviour in our culture as well as the subtler issues that support a harmful and abusive environment. Upon doing do, MATE highlights our capacity to step forward in difficult circumstances and recognise that the change starts with us.
MATE challenges attitudes and beliefs and motivates us to take action.
Lily Tomlin
Do you want to know what to say or how to ‘be there’ for a loved one, a friend or even a stranger who
MATE regularly receives requests to deliver our training in at-risk communities, those who have identified a need but do not have the financial capacity
Recently, we ran a webinar giving a brief overview of the MATE Bystander Program and what we can offer. We hope this answers your
1800RESPECT is open 24 hours to support people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse.
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The MATE team acknowledge and pay respects to the Kumbumerri Salt Water people, the traditional owners of the land on which our office sits. We acknowledge the Kumbumerri elders, past, present and emerging. We pay respects to all traditional owners across Australia where we meet, learn and work with others. MATE is committed to honouring Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters and seas and their rich contribution to society.