Male victims

Domestic and family violence can happen to men too. Perpetrators of violence against men include their children, wives or partners, parents, siblings and carers.

Male victims of domestic violence often feel a sense of shame about their abuse. It is important to remember that it is never your fault. 

If you are male and are a domestic violence victim there are services that can help you.

MensLine Australia (24 hours)

Phone: 1300 78 99 78 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

Website: www.mensline.org.au

1800 RESPECT

Phone: 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) 24hr Australia-wide

Website: www.1800respect.org.au

More help

• Call the NSW Domestic Violence Line on 1800 656 463 (24 hours)
• Call 1800 RESPECT 
• Information about Apprehended Violence Orders (AVOs) 
• Police help
• Legal and courts help
• Making relationship decisions help
• Help for LGBTIQ people
• Call the Elder Abuse Helpline on 1800 628 221