General Advocacy Services

QIFVLS - Brisbane Office

Queensland Indigenous Family Violence Legal Service

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About Us

We are a free legal service, for Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander people, affected by family violence and/ or sexual assault in Queensland.

ways we can help you

  • explain your legal rights and responsibilities
  • outline various options and steps you can take to solve your legal problem/s
  • go to court with you and support you through the process
  • connect you to free counselling and support services. e.g. health, housing, financial advisors etc.
  • offer information sessions, factsheets and resources relevant to you

in the following areas of law

  • Child Protection
  • Domestic and Family Violence
  • Family Law
  • Victims Assistance
  • Witness Assistance Law
  • Victim Support (Sexual Assault)

you may be eligible for our services if

  • you or the child/ren are Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander
  • experiencing or have experienced family violence and/ or sexual assault
  • living in Queensland

It is important to know that support is available. If for some reason we are unable to assist, we will refer you to a support service/s that can. If you, or your family, need legal support or more information, free call our friendly team on 1800 887 700.

ways we can support your community

  • display an information booth or stall
  • build and maintain strong relationships
  • present education sessions (legal or non-legal)
  • hold and attend community events

Generally, we provide these services to community groups, schools, service providers etc. Please contact us with any questions you may have. For more information, get in touch with our friendly team.

 

Quick Facts About The Region

QIFVLS - Brisbane Office is located in the suburb of Brisbane City, the ward of Central in the council of Brisbane, the state electorate of Mcconnel and the federal electorate of Brisbane.