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Overview

Violence against women is the biggest contributor to ill health and premature death in women aged 15–44.

Framework

Preventing violence before it occurs is our framework for action on preventing violence against women.

Local government & community

VicHealth works in key community settings to build capacity to prevent violence against women.

Sport and recreation

VicHealth aims to build safe, accessible, inclusive and equitable sport and recreation environments.

Workplaces

The workplace is an important setting for promoting equal and respectful relationships.

Education

VicHealth is working to build cultures of respect with young people in schools and youth organisations.

Research

VicHealth funds research that increases our understanding of the primary prevention of violence against women.

Resources

Resources to help you find further information about preventing violence against women.