An interpretive framework identifying the mechanics of coercive control.
“The personal stories are different,
but the pattern of coercive control is the same”
WHAT IS MAGGIE'S LEGACY
“An interpretive framework of coercive control”
Domestic violence is a complex issue with many contributing factors, and it is not surprising that despite the efforts of governments, various agencies and organizations, the rates of domestic violence in Australia have not decreased significantly. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the issue, leading to a rise in domestic violence rates, as victims were forced to spend more time at home with their abusers.
However, now post Covid-19, Domestic violence rates continue to be high despite significant funding and resources devoted to education and awareness programs. In reflecting on current domestic violence rates, it presents a question: are current therapeutic models sufficient in meeting the needs of victims in crisis and at serious threat?
Domestic Violence is a complex issue that requires a multifaceted approach. Maggie’s Legacy suggest that current therapeutic models of domestic violence awareness and education are good, but potentially insufficient when addressing victims in crisis situations. Victims experiencing crisis or serious threat require more than just educational and awareness domestic violence insights.
Maggie’s Legacy is specifically designed for victims navigating crisis situations and goes beyond the “what” is domestic violence but delves deeper into the “how” of domestic violence.
Maggie’s Legacy focuses on providing a unique and comprehensive approach to domestic violence by exposing the underlying framework of coercive control. By understanding the patterns of coercive control, service providers can better support victims in developing safety strategies to protect themselves and their children from harm.
WHAT PROMPTED MAGGIE'S LEGACY
Through lived personal and professional experience, and significant academic scrutiny, Maggies Legacy workshop presents an interpretive framework of mindsets, languages and behaviours that mimics the “how” of coercive control. This contrasts with many educational and awareness programs that advise ‘what” is coercive control without unpacking the “how” of coercive control. Maggie’s Legacy shares an interpretation of coercive control that appears to mimic modern day domestic violence that is easy to understand and share.
Since inception in 2018, Maggie’s Legacy has received support from seasoned academics, industry experts and victims themselves. Such support has indicated that Maggie’s Legacy interpretation of coercive control mimics modern day domestic violence, and that it is incomparable to other domestic violence education and awareness programs. Maggie’s Legacy offers more than domestic violence education and awareness, it gets under the hood and exposes the mechanics of coercive control in domestic violence in real language and case studies.
WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT MAGGIE'S LEGACY FOR FRONTLINE WORKERS
The interpretive framework of coercive control presented by Maggie’s Legacy provides frontline workers to offer victims a helpful tool to predict, prevent, and prepare to protect from potential harm in abusive relationships. By understanding the patterns and dynamics of coercive control, victims can better recognise the warning signs of abuse and take necessary steps to protect themselves.
Many participants who have attend a workshop suggest that Maggie’s Legacy interpretive framework of coercive control is considered the “weather map” of domestic violence, whereby victims and service providers can predict, prevent, and prepare to protect themselves from harm in accordance with their unique situation. Maggie’s Legacy agrees that there in no one fool proof safety plan that can guarantee safety, but by acknowledging the framework and mechanics of coercive control, it is one step closer to predicting, preventing, and preparing to avoid potential harm.
What does this mean for Service Providers
It is important to note that safety planning and strategies should always be tailored to the specific needs and circumstances of the victim. In utilising Maggie’s Legacy interpretive coercive control framework, service providers can work collaboratively with victims to develop personalised safety plans that consider their individual needs and concerns. For organisation supporting domestic violence victims, Maggie’s Legacy is a value-add tool to existing practices, policies, procedures, and therapeutic models.
Maggie’s Legacy acknowledges that victims of domestic violence have navigated their own safety for some time before seeking help from service providers. By understanding Maggie’s Legacy interpretive framework of coercive control, service providers can support victims in developing safety strategies that are tailoured to their unique circumstances and needs. It’s important to empower victims to take an active role in their own safety planning, rather that imposing a one-size-fits-all approach.
Training Workshops
Browse from our current workshops.
01.
Frontline Worker 2 Day Workshop
This is a generic workshop tailoured all frontline workers that support DV victims (male and female) and DV Perpetrators (male and female)
Participants will obtain a deeper understanding of coercive control and the impacts it has on domestic violence victims.
The workshop will also share how coercive control has a pattern of behaviour and once this framework is shared with the victim,
this reveals new insights and opportunities of creating safety plans that the frontline worker could never foresee.
Frontline workers will obtain the understanding of the language of coercive control and the consequential impacts on behaviour and decision making process of the victim. This insight is an invaluable tool to interpret the language of coercive control that is spoken by the victim which enables frontline workers to support the development of individualised safety strategies and plans.
02.
Frontline 3 Day Workshop. (Application of CASE STUDIES)
Ideal for Frontline workers who work with over 70% of domestic violence victims.
This workshop is designed for participants who want to “chew the cud” on the mechanics of coercive control.
Participants will be offered live confidential case studies to practically demonstrate how the victims stories are different but the pattern of coercive control is the same. Participants will also be encourage to bring their own live confidential case studies to navigate the framework of coercive control.
This workshop tailoured all frontline workers that support DV victims (male and female) and DV Perpetrators (male and female)
Participants will obtain a deeper understanding of coercive control and the impacts it has on domestic violence victims.
The workshop will also share how coercive control has a pattern of behaviour and once this framework is shared with the victim,
this reveals new insights and opportunities of creating safety plans that the frontline worker could never foresee.
Frontline workers will obtain the understanding of the language of coercive control and the consequential impacts on behaviour and decision making process of the victim. This insight is an invaluable tool to interpret the language of coercive control that is spoken by the victim which enables frontline workers to support the development of individualised safety strategies and plans.
03.
Maggie’s Legacy for Women & Community 2 Days
Maggie’s Legacy is more than a motivational or educational workshop. It unlocked my brain after 38 years of domestic violence. I can now live without shame nd guilt. Thank you Maggie’s Legacy, you have given me my life back. Survivor
Maggie’s Legacy hits the mark in articulating the mechanics of coercive control in a domestic violent relationship. As a survivor I “felt” this but couldn’t explain it. Maggie’s Legacy shares map of coercive control that anyone experiencing domestic violence will easily understand. This workshop is an absolute must for any victim. Survivor
In the women’s workshop, victims will receive an understanding of domestic violence through the lens of coercive control. Victims will receive an understanding of the corresponding impacts on the “how” they are caused to say “Yes, when they want to say No” and on the why they are constantly second guessing or self-analysing themselves.
Maggie’s Legacy is beneficial for any victim who is reluctant to share their situation due to fear or judgement. The workshop will impart a broader understanding of domestic violence that will enable victims to identify and establish a personalised and tailored safety strategy that only they would know.
04.
Maggie’s Legacy for Men & Community 2 Days
Incorporating analogies and metaphors from activities or interests that resonate with the target audience can be a powerful tool in therapy and awareness campaigns. Maggie’s Legacy seems to have found an effective way to connect with men to address the sensitive issue of domestic violence in a unique and impactful manner.
Maggie’s Legacy’s approach to using a football analogy to address domestic violence is a creative and effective way to engage men in discussions about their emotions and relationships. Here’s how it can be beneficial:
1. Relatability: Many men have a strong connection to sports, especially football. By using a familiar and relatable topic, Maggie’s Legacy can create a safe and comfortable environment for men to open up about their feelings and experiences.
2. Breaking Down Barriers: Discussing emotions and sensitive topics like domestic violence can be challenging for anyone, but it can be especially difficult for men due to societal expectations. Using a football analogy can break down these barriers and make it easier for men to communicate.
3. Analogies for Understanding: Analogies from team sports can effectively illustrate the dynamics of coercive control. Comparing unhealthy relationships to a dysfunctional team or an abusive coach can help men better understand and recognize harmful patterns of behavior.
4. Non-Threatening Approach: The football analogy provides a non-threatening way to introduce and discuss the topic of domestic violence. Men may be more willing to engage in the conversation when it is framed in a context they understand and enjoy.
5. Education and Awareness: Through this approach, Maggie’s Legacy can educate men about domestic violence, its signs, and its impact on victims and perpetrators. It also raises awareness about the need for healthy, respectful relationships.
6. Empowerment: Men who may be experiencing or perpetrating domestic violence can feel empowered to seek help or make positive changes in their behaviour when they see the parallels between unhealthy relationship dynamics and issues within a sports team.
If you have specific questions about Maggie’s Legacy for Men or if you’d like more information about resources and support for domestic violence issues, please feel free to ask.
Testimonials
Frontline Workers & Victims Say
“Maggie’s Legacy uncomplicates the complication of Domestic Violence”
Maggie's Legacy gave me the tools to take back control of my life. I can't thank you enough!
Jamie Newman
Orange Aboriginal Medical Service
Frontline Worker
Mick Madden
Orange Aboriginal Medical Service
Our PURPOSE
How We Can Help
Vision
Purpose
Our purpose is to broaden societies understanding about domestic violence in order that individuals are heard and understood, to the degree that speaks their story, that enables safety.
Workshops
Our suite of workshops will impart a framework of understanding that can easily be communicated. This framework is particularly designed to address key safety concerns and risk management practices.
Counselling
Maggies Legacy acknowledges that both Men and Women experience Domestic Violence. Maggie’s Legacy unveils the stages of domestic violence and the potential psychological conditioning that a victim may experience.
