Above: Watch: "Victims of Domestic Violence: Unveiling the Hidden Crisis" by @realQuarkBeat on Youtube!
Domestic violence thrives in silence, but it takes all of us – friends, family, colleagues, and communities – to break that cycle and end it for good. These powerful images, created by Grok (xAI’s AI) and the team at the HIV Consumer Alliance in collaboration with the Chairperson of People Living with HIV/AIDS WA (PLWHA WA), shine a light on the subtle yet critical signs that often go unnoticed, reminding us that prevention starts with awareness.
As the quote on some images warns: "There really isn't a way to distinguish between 'a person who isn't dangerous' and 'a person who pretends they aren't dangerous'!" This underscores how abusers can hide in plain sight, making it vital to spot red flags early. Seemingly minor things like sharp verbal tones, "jokes" that belittle or control, or gaslighting tactics – where someone twists reality to make you doubt yourself – aren't harmless. They're often the first signals of escalating danger, and ignoring them can lead to serious harm.
By sharing these images, we empower everyone to call out these behaviors, support survivors and build safer spaces in WA. We need to remind ourselves that Domestic Violence Perpetrators can be female and Victims Male. Contrary to certain false "we only publish good news" narratives Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault is big problems in the LGB HIV and Trans Communities.
All images are free to download and share – post them at work, in community groups, or on social media. Let's make ending domestic violence a collective mission.
As the quote on some images warns: "There really isn't a way to distinguish between 'a person who isn't dangerous' and 'a person who pretends they aren't dangerous'!" This underscores how abusers can hide in plain sight, making it vital to spot red flags early. Seemingly minor things like sharp verbal tones, "jokes" that belittle or control, or gaslighting tactics – where someone twists reality to make you doubt yourself – aren't harmless. They're often the first signals of escalating danger, and ignoring them can lead to serious harm.
By sharing these images, we empower everyone to call out these behaviors, support survivors and build safer spaces in WA. We need to remind ourselves that Domestic Violence Perpetrators can be female and Victims Male. Contrary to certain false "we only publish good news" narratives Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault is big problems in the LGB HIV and Trans Communities.
All images are free to download and share – post them at work, in community groups, or on social media. Let's make ending domestic violence a collective mission.
