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Domestic violence is not a private matter - these articles will help you to gain awareness on how you can intervene and break the silence.
10 Sep 2025
Home for teen girls healing from abuse officially opens after relocation with expanded services
Source: The Straits Times
HCSA Dayspring, a centre for teenage girls healing from trauma and abuse, officially launched its new centre, expanding its capacity to support up to 27 girls. The centre now offers a Small Group Care model, developed by the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF), with a smaller resident-to-staff ratio. It also provides support for girls with a history of abuse, neglect, and high-risk behaviours. The launch was attended by former President Halimah Yacob and Senior Parliamentary Secretary Eric Chua, who sealed an SG60 time capsule to symbolise hope and the resilience of the girls overcoming trauma.
12 Sep 2025
Protection Officer shares experience with domestic violence survivors
Source: 8world
MSF Protection Officer shares her experience working with domestic violence survivors, highlighting the impact of timely intervention and the personal growth she's achieved through her role.
26 Aug 2025
Koufu staff trained to spot customers who may be victims of domestic abuse
Source: Straits Times
The Let’s Break The Silence Together (LBTST) campaign urges the public to save the National Anti-Violence and Sexual Harassment (NAVH) helpline in their phones as a first step towards collective action against abuse. As part of the initiative, 77 Koufu foodcourt managers have been trained by MSF to identify and report possible cases of domestic violence, and the NAVH number will also be printed on mugs across all 67 Koufu and Happy Hawkers outlets islandwide. At the campaign launch, Minister of State Goh Pei Ming urged more businesses, community partners, and members of the public to play an active role in preventing abuse.
17 Aug 2025
Family Violence Include Emotional and Psychological Abuse
Source: Straits Times
The definition of family violence was expanded to cover not just physical harm, but also sexual, emotional, and psychological abuse. The changes aim to strengthen protection for victims, who may apply for Personal Protection Order (PPO) against the perpetrator for such abuse.
24 Feb 2025
Domestic violence survivors get direct aid referrals at new charity centre
Source: Straits Times
Casa Raudha has launched new one-stop centre has been launched, providing a streamlined support system for domestic violence survivors in Singapore, making it easier for them to access shelter and other essential assistance.
Source: Straits Times
DVERT officers can respond to family violence reports and issue emergency orders at the scene of high-risk domestic abuse cases, addressing immediate safety concerns. This emergency order may include prohibiting the perpetrator from being in the home of and places frequented by the victim, as well as from visiting or contacting the victim.
18 Nov 2024
குடும்ப வன்முறையிலிருந்து பாதுகாப்பை வலுப்படுத்த மாதர் சாசனத்தில் புதிய மாற்றங்கள்
(Women's Charter Strengthens Legal Protections to Safeguard Family Wellbeing)
Source: Tabla!
மாதர் சாசனத்தில் கொண்டுவரப்பட்ட புதிய வலுவான பாதுகாப்பு ஏற்பாடுகளையும், ஃபெய் யுவே குடும்ப சேவை நிலையத்தின் ஆதரவுடன் புதிய வாழ்க்கையைத் தொடங்கிய எனாவின் அனுபவத்தையும் அறிந்து, குடும்ப வன்முறையால் பாதிக்கப்படுவோர் உடனடியாக உதவி நாட வேண்டியதன் முக்கியத்துவத்தை புரிந்துகொள்ளலாம்.
(Discover how the strengthened Women's Charter protections and support services, like those at Fei Yue Family Service Centre that helped Ena begin anew, provide crucial assistance to families in need.)
03 Oct 2024
(Casa Raudha and Muhammadiyah Welfare Home Strengthen Family Support Programs and Services)
Source: Berita
Ketahui perkhidmatan sokongan yang disediakan oleh Casa Raudha dan Rumah Kebajikan Muhammadiyah, termasuk tempat perlindungan, kaunseling, dan program pemulihan untuk membantu keluarga membina kehidupan yang lebih sejahtera.
(Learn about Casa Raudha and Muhammadiyah Welfare Home's comprehensive support services, including safe housing, counseling, and rehabilitation programs to help families build stronger, more stable lives.)
29 Sep 2024
Keganasan dalam rumah tangga bukan hanya masalah peribadi
(Domestic violence is not a personal matter)
Source: Berita
Shahrany Hassan, pengerusi Casa Raudha berkongsi pengalamannya bekerja dengan mangsa keganasan rumah tangga. Shahrany berkongsi tentang proses pemikiran mangsa, jenis-jenis dan tanda-tanda penderaan, dan bagaimana masyarakat juga boleh memainkan peranan mereka, serta meneruskan pendidikan awam mengenai perkara ini.
(Shahrany Hassan from Casa Raudha shared her experience helping survivors of domestic violence. She discussed how their clients think, different types of abuse, warning signs, and how the community can help through public education.)
15 Jul 2024
关注家庭暴力：理解背后的复杂因素，携手建立更安全的家庭环境
(Understanding Family Violence: Working Together to Create Safer Homes)
Source: 8days
了解家庭暴力中的复杂因素，以及如何为受影响家庭提供适当的援助和支持
(Learn to support families through professional help and resources)
02 Apr 2024
How to Tell if Someone is Suffering from Abuse? Here Are Some Signs, and What You Can Do
Source: Straits Times
Explore signs of abuse and how you can provide support to the victim
19 Mar 2024
How this shelter helps victims of domestic violence (Casa Raudha)
Source: Straits Times
Through the perspectives of a social worker and volunteer, the article explores Casa Raudha's shelter services and empowerment programs for domestic violence survivors, while educating about abuse prevention and available support systems in Singapore.
18 Mar 2023
Heart of the Matter: How to get more people to blow the whistle on family violence?
Source: CNA
Insights from social workers and a psychologist on the Heart of the Matter podcast, discussing how to identify signs of family violence and the various ways to help.