Also includes information on child sexual abuse and sexual assault in older adults.
Sexual assault
Understanding sexual assault | SASVic, 2023 | Read moreThis fact sheet provides an overview of sexual assault, how common it is and includes common reactions and feelings one might encounter after sexual assault, and where to get support.
Issues for men after sexual assault | SASVic | Read more
Non-partner sexual assault against women: Research summary | Respect Victoria | Read report
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Non-fatal strangulation
Non-fatal Strangulation | SASVic, 2025 | Read moreThis fact sheet provides an overview of non-fatal strangulation in the context of sexual violence and family violence, including the risks, response and legislation.
BPIFVP Non-Fatal Strangulation Resource | March 2026Bayside Peninsula Integrated Family Violence PartnershipHidden harm, urgent response was a first‑of‑its‑kind forum bringing together multiple sectors to strengthen early identification and responses to non‑fatal strangulation | View resource
Breathless | View website A dangerous sexual practice is on the rise. Sexual strangulation – often referred to as ‘choking’ – has found its way into the sexual expectations and experiences of a generation of young people.
Prevalence of Sexual Strangulation/Choking Among Australian 18–35 Year-Olds | Read articleIn Australia, strangulation has been explicitly criminalized in all states and territories. However, it continues to be a “normalized” sexual practice despite its potentially fatal consequences and associated short and long-term sequelae. This research aimed to establish the prevalence of strangulation during sex and examine predictors of positive perceptions toward sexual strangulation in Australia.
Intersectional considerations
However, there are people in our society who experience additional barriers to seeking help.View SASVic’s page on inclusion and equity (Member’s only)
Transfemme Practice Guide with Zoe Belle Gender Collective | Open in new tab
Lead by Counsellor Advocate from CASA House, Iria Larrinaga and Zoe Belle Gender Collective Director, Starlady, this advanced workshop for clinicians is based upon the Zoe Belle Gender Collective’s new Transfemme Practice Guide, Responding to the objectification, fetishisation and sexual exploitation of trans women and trans feminine people by cisgenger men.
Responding to the objectification, fetishisation and sexual exploitation of trans women and trans feminine people by cisgender men | Zoe Belle Gender Collective (ZBGC), 2024 | Read moreA resource for health and community services practitioners who want to better understand how to identify and address objectification, fetishisation and sexual exploitation of trans women and trans feminine people by cisgender men.
Top tips for inclusive responses to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Gender Diverse, Intersex, Queer and Asexual (LGBTIQA+) people experiencing family violence Safe & Equal and Switch Board Victoria | Read moreIncludes guidelines on best practice on engagement with clients, information gathering and sharing, risk assessment and risk management and where to access further information.
National Survey of LGBTIQA+SB Experiences of Sexual Violence | UNSW, 2025 | Read more
Why ‘Yes’ Matters: Understanding Muslim communities’ knowledge and needs surrounding affirmative consent | 2025 | Read reportIn response to the introduction of affirmative consent legislation changes, and to inform our approach to education and engagement within the Muslim community, the Why Yes Matters research project set out to explore the levels of knowledge and awareness among young Muslims and Muslim mothers surrounding affirmative consent, sexual violence, and help-seeking. Understanding and addressing the consent education needs of Muslim young people in Australia requires an approach that considers their unique cultural, religious, and social positioning. Yet to date, virtually no research exists which focuses specifically on the Australian Muslim communities’ understanding of consent and knowledge around helpseeking for sexual violence. This research aims to provide recommendations drawing from our consultations with community on how best to support their engagement in open and early communication around sex and consent, develop support networks, and strengthen current and future sexual violence prevention and response initiatives.
Responding to sexual violence against trans women of colour from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds: A PRACTICE GUIDE | Western Sydney University, 2020 | Read moreThis guide has come from research exploring experiences of sexual violence for trans women of colour from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds living in Australia. In the course of the research, trans women of colour contributed as investigators, workers, stakeholder committee members, and research participants.
Reproductive coercion: Understanding the implications for migrant and refugee communitiesNational Centre for Action on Child Sexual Abuse, 2023 | Read moreAn overview of reproductive coercion and the implications for migrant and refugee communities, and the role of service providers.
Webinar: Responding to sexual violence experienced among trans women of colour in Australia
This webinar explores the systemic barriers which prevent trans women of colour who are victims/survivors of sexual violence, from accessing support services and justice.
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Also see: Points of intersection and inclusion
Harmful sexual behaviours
Harmful sexual behaviours in children and young people | SASVic, 2024 | Read moreFact sheet about harmful sexual behaviours in children and young people aimed at parents and carers which covers: what is normal sexual behaviour in children and young people? When is sexual behaviour in children and young people harmful? What do I do if my child is displaying these behaviours?
Research and reports
Intimate Partner Sexual Violence: Knowledge-building for practitioners working with people who use violence | SASVic & NTV, 2025 | Read articleIPSV is a distinct tactic of family violence that often co-occurs with other forms of abuse. It is a high-risk indicator of escalating family violence that signals an increased likelihood of severe injury or death for victim survivors.
Understanding adult sexual assault matters: Insights from research and practice | AIFS, 2024 | Access resourceAN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE FOR THE JUSTICE SECTORThis resource aims to support police, lawyers and judicial officers to implement evidence-based best practice in matters involving sexual offending against adults.
Ending strip searching in Australian Prisons report | Human Rights Law Centre, March 2026 | Access reportEvery day, people in prisons across Australia are subjected to strip searching, despite the existence of less invasive search alternatives. This report calls for all governments to ban the use of strip searches in prisons in law.
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