Under resourcing and increased demand have led to a crisis point for WA’s community legal centres

ABC NEWS (Australia) 2024-05-17

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Up to one hundred women seeking support in escaping family violence are being turned away from Western Australia's community legal centres each week. Under resourcing and a surge in demand has seen the sector reach a crisis point with funding from a Commonwealth and State partnership set to run out next year.
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