Where do you go…who do you turn to…when home is where the harm is? Living with family violence, young mother Kitty and her son Tom create a fort that transports them to imaginary lands that provide an escape from the hostilities they face at home. But, when reality overtakes make-believe they discover the fantasy world that provides them with sanctuary can’t protect them forever.
Screenings available to book from October 2022
Host a screening of The Fort for the parents and teachers at your school, at your workplace or community group via FanForce, or suggest these organisations incorporate a screening of The Fort into their existing equality programming.
The fantasy world that provides them with sanctuary can’t protect them forever.
Support materials
At Voice of Change we believe everyone has a role to play in preventing family violence, and that education and conversation are key.
The resources below provide more information about the importance of equality and respect in the primary prevention of family violence, and provide some further material to get you thinking, talking and using your voices when you witness inequality and disrespect.
Stop it at the Start/Bring up Respect
Our Watch – Change the Story
Voice of Change – Make Change
The Fort touches on a range of challenging themes including physical, emotional and psychological abuse and coercive control. Some audience members may find this confronting. If The Fort raises any issues for you or someone you know we encourage you to reach out:
1800RESPECT
T: 1800 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.
Men’s Referral Service (Operated by No to Violence)
T: 1300 766 491 or visit ntv.org.au/get-help.
Q-Life:
T: 1800 184 527 or visit qlife.org.au.
