Our community is supporting the DV Safe Phone initiative — a national program that collects both new and used mobile phones. The phones are securely wiped, and they are repurposed to provide safe phones to people experiencing domestic and family violence. These phones are a vital link to emergency services, support agencies and loved ones for someone trying to escape an abusive situation or reach out for help.
Why Your Donation Matters
• Perpetrators often track, monitor, destroy or confiscate phones as a means of coercive control, isolating victims from help. A safe phone can make the difference between being able to call for help and being unable to reach support.
• Phones donated through this program are professionally cleared of all personal data, tested and then distributed free of charge to those in need via service providers, police stations, safe houses and domestic violence agencies.
• Since 2020 the initiative has grown into a nationwide movement, supported by hundreds of communities, corporate and government partners.
How You Can Help
1. Locate any new or unused working mobile phones and chargers at home or in your workplace.
2. Visit https://dvsafephone.org/donate-phones to check eligibility requirements and learn how DV Safe Phone ensures all donated devices are securely wiped and safe to reuse.
3. Drop eligible phones at an authorised collection point, including the Tasman Council temporary office, 21 Clarke Street, Nubeena, or use the website to find another nearby location.
4. Encourage your friends, family and workplaces to donate as well.
Need Help Right Now?
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, support is available 24/7.
1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 (free, confidential counselling and referral service). Lifeline
Let’s work together to ensure every call for help can be heard.