WESNET Annual Report 2017-18
WESNET held its 2018 Annual General Meeting on 16 November 2018. The Annual Report is available for download on our Annual Report page.
Another successful Tech Summit
Another successful Tech Summit! Thanks to all our speakers and delegates for nerding out with our SafetyNet Australia team – the tech nerds of the VAW Sector. Missed out? Sign up for Techsafetynews over on our Techsafety Website to get updates on our forthcoming events and more. Or check out some of the highlights on […]
Why understanding technology is vital in tackling domestic abuse
This article was originally posted on Telstra Exchange. by Karen Bentley, National Director – Women’s Services Network (WESNET) Technology has the potential to be a two-edged sword for those experiencing domestic violence. Working at the Women’s Services Network (WESNET), I’ve seen first-hand how perpetrators can misuse technology to abuse their victims, most often women. This includes threats […]
3rd Annual Technology Safety Summit
WESNET is hosting the 3rd Annual Technology Safety Summit. Registrations are now open. Visit the conference website here for more information.
Telstra to provide ‘silent’ lines to consumers for free
Telstra has announced it will no longer charge its customers a monthly fee to have a ‘silent’ line. Previously, the ‘Silent Line’ product prevented a customer’s name, home phone number and address from being listed in public directories, and being shown when making calls. From 18 February 2018, all Telstra landline customers will be able […]