This submission relates to people who turn 18 while on a family violence intervention order. Children and young people affected by family violence should have ongoing protection, support and a meaningful voice in decisions that affect them.
South-East Monash Legal Service advocated for reforms to ensure Family Violence Intervention Orders continue beyond a young person’s 18th birthday, while strengthening child-centred approaches, legal support and recognition of young people’s rights, agency and safety within the family violence system.
