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Introduction

The Tasmanian Government believes that violence against anyone in any form is unacceptable and recognises sexual violence as a very serious community issue. Therefore, preventing sexual violence in the Tasmanian community is a top priority for the Tasmanian Government.

The provision of specialist sexual assault support services through the Tasmanian Sexual Assault Support (TSAS) Program is a major component of commissioning for services for the Department's Housing Disability and Community Services (DCS).

DCS, through the TSAS Program, commissions the provision of specialist services for people affected by sexual assault and the provision of training, community awareness and education strategies that assist professionals and the wider community to better understand and respond to sexual violence.

The DHHS Framework for the Commissioning of Tasmanian Sexual Assault Support Program Services (Framework) provides an overarching vision and direction for the delivery of accessible and contemporary specialist services, community awareness, education and training.

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