Homicide at home: Minimising the impact on young survivors

Background

When a sibling, parent or caregiver is killed through family violence, it turns a young person's life upside down, deeply affecting themselves, their broader family and community.

Aim

This NHMRC research program aims to contribute to evidence-based support for: a) children and young people who are bereaved due to family violence; and b) the people around them.

Methods

While a substantial component of the program is participatory action research in Australia, it also aims to facilitate international collaboration and exchange through the establishment of an international repository or "hub" of peer support and clinical materials, policy resources and/or data. In both cases, it will bring together researchers, clinicians and advocates, including people with lived experience.

Significance

The impact of domestic homicide on children and family members has traditionally been overlooked. This project will give young people, caregivers as well as the professionals supporting them a voice regarding their experiences and needs. We collaborate with stakeholders within the sector and community throughout the project in order to facilitate translation of the findings into policy and practice.

Funding Body

NHMRC Investigator Grant 2033679

Project start date

January 2025

Expected completion date

December 2029