Victorian Current Acts

PREVENTION OF FAMILY VIOLENCE ACT 2018 - SECT 4

    (1)     It is the intention of Parliament that a function, duty or program under this Act be carried out in a way that is consistent with the following principles—

        (a)     that all persons should live in a safe and equal society free from violence;

        (b)     that gender inequality within society is connected to the existence of discrimination, family violence and violence against women and the prevention of these forms of violence contributes to a more equal society;

        (c)     that equality and respect should be promoted across the community, including wherever people live, work, study, learn, engage and play;

        (d)     that the contribution and participation of all persons in the social, cultural, economic and political life of society should be promoted;

        (e)     that gender equality and respectful relationships should be promoted.

    (2)     The Parliament does not intend by this section to create in any person any legal right or give rise to any civil cause of action.

Part 2—Family Violence Prevention Agency

Division 1—Establishment, functions and powers of the Agency