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The Bold Source Issue 4: Digital Support Resource

Welcome to the digital support resource for Issue 4 of The Bold Source magazine.

You’ve likely landed on this page because you’ve read a copy of the The Bold Source Issue 4. Maybe you found some of the themes you encountered quite challenging? If that’s you, we’re very grateful that you’re here.

If you – or someone you know – is struggling, the following support services can provide specialised support.

GENERAL MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT

If you’re unsure of which service you want to reach out to, or would like to chat about your decision to contact a service – to see if it’s right for you – get in touch with one of our friendly Youth Workers at Brimbank Youth Services.

 If you are in crisis, please call one of the following:

Cyberbullying
WHO CAN HELP?
Dolly’s Dream

eSafety

Commissioner

WHAT SUPPORT DO THEY PROVIDE?
A 24/7 counselling hotline for people experiencing cyberbullying. A webchat option is also available.
eSafety can provide support to investigate and delete cyberbullying content.
CONTACT INFORMATION

Hotline PH: 0488 881 033

More info & Webchat here.

eSafety Commissioners Cyberbullying page here

What eSafety Does Next page here

Eating Disorders & Body Image Issues
WHO CAN HELP?
Butterfly Foundation Support Helpline
Butterfly Foundation Resources
WHAT SUPPORT DO THEY PROVIDE?
Free and confidential support for people experiencing or caring for people with an eating disorder. Their national Support Helpline is available from 8AM – Midnight, 7 Days.
A directory of professionals that specialise in eating disorders. Plus, information on available support groups and programs.
CONTACT INFORMATION

1800 33 4673

Butterfly’s Referral Database page here

Sexism, unwanted sexual behaviour & harassment
WHO CAN HELP?
STOPIT
Brimbank SOCIT
1800 RESPECT
WestCASA
WHAT SUPPORT DO THEY PROVIDE?
If you’ve experienced unwanted sexual behaviour/harassment on public transport, you can report the incident to Victoria Police via SMS.
If you’re concerned about something that’s happened to you and aren’t sure if it’s a crime, you can speak to a detective from Victoria Police’s specialist Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Teams (SOCITs). We have a local team here in Brimbank.
They’re a confidential information, counselling and support service. 1800RESPECT is available for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to support people impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence.
Specialist counselling for victim/survivors of sexual violence and their families/friends. Counselling sessions can give you an opportunity to share your story, explore what happened, and find out about your legal options.
CONTACT INFORMATION

Text STOPIT to 0499 455 455

For more information visit here

03 9313 3460

1800 737 732

WestCASA’s Counselling Services page here