Central Coast Council is strengthening its partnership with the Central Coast Domestic Violence Committee (CCDVC) to address the region’s consistently high numbers of domestic violence related incidences.
With the Central Coast recording 1,910 domestic violence assaults in 2025, Council is taking proactive steps to support prevention, education and community leadership.
The two-day free community forum will be held at Gosford Regional Library on 22 June and 27 July 2026, providing people with the knowledge and practical tools to recognise, respond to and help prevent domestic and family violence.
The two-day program will cover:
• Day 1 – Building awareness and understanding (22 June 2026)
• Day 2 – Taking action and putting it into practice (27 July 2026)
Council Acting Mayor John Mouland said Council is committed to working with the community to help create safer environments for people experiencing domestic and family violence.
“Domestic and family violence can affect anyone, however some members of our community, such as women, children, First Nations people and people with disability, may be more vulnerable,” Acting Mayor Mouland said.
“This two-day program is an opportunity for our community to build awareness, skills and confidence to take meaningful action. By working together, we can strengthen prevention, support victim‑survivors and create a safer Central Coast for everyone.”
Council’s partnership with the CCDVC reflects its ongoing commitment to addressing social and health issues affecting vulnerable people. By bringing together experts, frontline workers and community leaders – the initiative aims to build a more informed, resilient and proactive community response.
Council Acting Director Community and Recreation Services, Samantha Cummins said the forums will take a hands‑on approach to building community capability.
“These sessions are designed to give participants essential information and practical skills they can apply immediately,” Ms Cummins said.
“They will learn how to recognise early signs of domestic and family violence, respond safely and connect people to the right support services.”
“By increasing knowledge and confidence throughout the community, these forums help create a coordinated, everyday approach to prevention and early intervention.”
For more information on the forums, or to access resources associated with family and domestic violence, search ‘Events’ at www.ccdvc.org.au