Building Connections/Breaking the Cycle - Sydney

Building Connections/Breaking the Cycle is a group intervention for mothers and children experiencing family violence. The two main objectives are: to present a thorough background to the issue of family violence, parenting and substance use; and to present a six-week group model for working with mothers experiencing violence in relationships. The group program helps mothers think about family violence and its impacts on their use of alcohol and other substances, parenting, and children’s development. It provides key messages, step-by-step implementation, worksheets, and other supportive resources. The Connections intervention manual is available in English, French, and in a version for use in Aboriginal communities.