Townsville Family Violence
Support Service
Culturally responsive support for women and men impacted by domestic and family violence.
About This Program
The Townsville Family Violence Support Service supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals impacted by family and domestic violence—both victim survivors and persons using violence.
The service recognises that safety, accountability, and healing must be addressed together to create lasting change.
Working from a holistic and culturally appropriate approach, the team provides safety planning, case management, and coordinated referrals to legal, health, housing, and other essential services.
Staff are trained in trauma-informed practice and collaborate closely with other YML programs and community partners to ensure comprehensive, wraparound support.
Key Features
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Naomi Cross
Long-term Housing Resident
Naomi Cross
Long-term Housing Resident
“I’ve got good neighbours and it’s nice and quiet. I’m grateful to be where I am now. Yumba-Meta put a roof over my head and gave me some direction.”
Edward Summers
Long-term Housing Resident
Edward Summers
Long-term Housing Resident
After growing up on Palm Island, Edward Summers moved to Townsville in the 70s, where he attended Town High. After graduating he moved to Tully — cutting bananas and melons. By the time he returned to Townsville, his mother was getting older and he didn’t want to intrude on her by moving in.
