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Section 2: Fundamental Concepts and Values Section Overview Section two provides information about the foundations for best practice including principles, values and the definition of family violence.
Key Statements • An in-depth understanding of fundamental concepts such as human rights, feminist analysis, principles of social justice, and an in-depth understanding of family violence is central to the design of the Code and the practice of family violence services. Accountability to the fundamental concepts outlined in this section is demonstrated in all areas of organisational policy, practice and service provision. • While there are commonalities in the forms of violence used by perpetrators, how the violence is carried out and experienced by women and children is unique to the individual. Therefore while there is general information available regarding the impact of family violence on women and children, assumptions can never be made about the experiences of women and children.
Implications for Policy • Definitions used by services and workers are consistent with the Code. • Mission Statement — principles and values reflect the centrality of fundamental concepts to practice and service provision. • Work Force Development — Professional development and review and worker orientation includes thorough understanding of fundamental concepts.
Implications for Procedure • Professional Development and Review — includes how workers are provided with a thorough understanding of fundamental concepts.
Practice Implications • Practice demonstrates understanding and application of fundamental concepts
Code of Practice for Specialist Family Violence Services for Women and Children ‘Enhancing the safety of women and children in Victoria’
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