Abuse survivor campaigns for domestic violence disclosure law in Canberra
Emma Poppe survived almost 10 years of abuse and now campaigns for an ACT disclosure scheme.
Emma Poppe experienced almost 10 years of domestic violence in Canberra. Emma Poppe became isolated from family and friends.
Emma Poppe attempted to leave repeatedly but remained trapped. Now she questions if knowing her partner's violence history would have changed her path.
Poppe launched a petition for Clare's Law. This disclosure scheme operates in the UK and parts of Canada.
The scheme lets people ask police about a partner's history. This includes convictions, protection orders and breaches.
Poppe also supports early education about coercive control, financial abuse and emotional manipulation. Young people should learn to spot warning signs before entering relationships.
- Almost 10 years
- Years of abuse
- Canberra (ACT)
- Location
- Clare's Law, UK and parts of Canada
- Scheme model
- Mother of three young children
- Poppe's family
Why it mattersInformation about a partner's violence history helps people make safer choices and spot abuse earlier.
AustraliaNo Australian state currently has Clare's Law, though the ACT is considering whether to introduce it following Poppe's campaign.
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