Sexual Assault Support Service

23/06/2025

Don't miss out on the LGBTIQA+ Voices Against Violence Forum event, this Thursday in Devonport.
Registration is free: https://tinyurl.com/mpvusc72

❤ Free event in Devonport🛡
LGBTIQA+ Voices Against Violence Forum
9:30am-4:30pm, Thursday 26 June

This unique event focuses on building safety, solidarity, love and respect in our community and how we can become better allies for those who identify as LGBTIQA+.

The program includes LGBTIQA+ violence prevention topics like language, family violence, masculinities, gender inequality, health and sexual violence.

Register for free at this link > https://tinyurl.com/mpvusc72

Working it Out Engender Equality CORES Australia

08/06/2025

Are you looking for a role where your clinical skills, leadership, and dedication to trauma-informed care can truly make a difference?

Visit https://www.sass.org.au/about-sass/join-our-team

26/05/2025

This National Reconciliation Week, the theme Bridging the Gap Between Now and Next invites us to reflect, learn, and look forward.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples hold deep knowledge about safety, care, and resilience—wisdom that has protected families and communities for generations. Their voices are essential as we work together to build a safer, more respectful future.

At SASS, we are committed to walking alongside First Nations peoples to create meaningful, lasting change—and a world free from sexual violence.

23/05/2025

We are aware there has been recent media coverage that includes commentary on sexual violence.

At SASS, we are committed to providing safe, respectful, and trauma-informed care. We understand that every person’s experience is unique, and we are guided by evidence-based practice, strong clinical governance, and the voices of victim-survivors.

We encourage anyone impacted to reach out for support.

24/7 Helpline: 1800 697 877
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Access Mental Health: 1800 332 388
Emergency number: 000

23/05/2025

We’re looking for experienced counsellors to join our team.
If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a supportive, purpose-driven organisation, visit our website to view current vacancies.
👉 https://www.sass.org.au/about-sass/join-our-team

15/05/2025

Have you got experience working in trauma-informed counselling? We want to hear from you!

We are continuing to develop and expand our services and are looking for multiple experienced counsellors to join our team.

If you have want to develop your passion for trauma-informed support in a collaborative, supportive, team environment, check out our job opportunities here: https://www.sass.org.au/about-sass/join-our-team

01/05/2025

✨ We're Hiring! Position: Coordinator – PAST Program

"There are few jobs where you have the privilege of seeing little lives change for the better, see them become safer, healthier and happier…right in front of your eyes." - PAST Program Senior Practitioner.

Want to know more? For more information and the position description www.sass.org.au/about-sass/join-our-team

29/04/2025

As Sexual Assault Awareness Month comes to a close, one message remains clear: Sexual violence is preventable.

This year’s theme, Together We Act, United We Change, has highlighted the power of collective action in creating safe, respectful workplaces free from harassment.

Throughout April, we’ve heard from Tasmanian businesses seeking guidance on their positive duty obligations and how to take meaningful steps toward prevention. By creating and building cultures of dignity and respect, we can drive real change—not just in policy, but in practice.

Stay connected, access valuable resources, and continue being part of the change.
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29/04/2025

“Family and sexual violence are not experienced equally. When we ignore the gendered nature of violence, we ignore survivors and the decades of work they have done to create services that are here for them." – Alina Thomas

Alina a respected spokesperson on family violence and gender inequality in Australia and the inaugural Chair of the Tasmanian Family and Sexual Violence Alliance (TFSVA). For the past decade, Alina has served as the CEO of Engender Equality, where she oversees therapeutic services and delivers comprehensive family violence prevention and response training.

Alina joins Courageous Conversations as a guest speaker today (29 April).

This event is brought to you by Laurel House in partnership with Sexual Assault Support Service and with the support of the Tasmanian Government.

28/04/2025

Madeleine is a proud Biripi, Koori woman. Her doctoral research focuses on the motivations of men who sexually abuse children, with a particular focus on the gendered nature of child sexual abuse.

We look forward to welcoming Kelly and Madeleine online as guest speakers on Day 2 of Courageous Conversations (29 April).

This event is brought to you by Laurel House in partnership with SASS and with the support of the Tasmanian Government.