It is important to do public education on how abused women can assist police in laying charges by knowing the kind of information you will need. It is important to promote anti-racism so that visible minority and Aboriginal women will feel safer in contacting police. Most people believe there is a need to encourage stiffer penalties for men who abuse their partners. Lay an appropriate charge to match the severity of the crime. Sometimes lack of quick access to the police in rural and remote areas can result in a long wait.
Detachments are often a long way apart.
It is important to think about how you can respond faster in rural and isolated communities. Have information on community services for women. Give her useful telephone numbers and suggest that she calls for help. Discuss the abuse of women with other officers. Challenge them if they hold views that abuse is approved by different racial and Cultural groups.