Men’s Toolbox - Resources For Men Experiencing Domestic/Family Violence

Often, when we think of domestic and family violence, we see women and children as the victims.

This isn’t always the case, though.

Men’s Toolbox - Resources For Men is an organisation filled with information and resources for men who have suffered, or are currently experiencing domestic or family violence.

They also provide resources for men going through relationship challenges and family separation.

The website www.menstoolbox.org has a variety of blogs dealing with different topics and courses to help.

Their 2025 calendar is out now, and available at https://menstoolbox.deco-apparel.com/shop/view_product/22594011/Men-s-Toolbox-Calender

Co-founder Renea Jury said the calendar represented the abstract on each month’s story, an introduction to the story.

“Then you scan the QR code on the calendar which takes you to the above-mentioned full story, content and our products and services,” Ms Jury said.

“The intention of the calendar is to shed light on men as victims/survivors of domestic/family violence.

“Male victims can miss the signs/cycles of violence in relationships and our calendars provide both opportunities to identify violence and hope that there are ways forward.

“All our services are provided via the Telehealth model (phone/video) Australia wide.

“This affords men from anywhere in Australia to engage in our services, including the Hawkesbury area.

“All men who shared their stories with us for our calendar will remain anonymous.”

The following is an excerpt from January 2025, Invisible Chains: Mark’s story -

“The insidious nature of coercive control crept into my life.

“What began as seemingly innocent requests for information about my whereabouts soon transformed into a suffocating regime of surveillance and control.

“I felt bound by invisible chains that constrained my every move and stifled my sense of self.

“The early days of our relationship were intense and I enjoyed the fact that Sarah wanted to be with me as much as possible.

“It felt reassuring to know that someone was interested in my well-being, and I willingly shared details about my daily activities without hesitation.

“I thought I was special to her.

“However, gradually the tone shifted, and the questions changed into demands for constant updates on my whereabouts and activities.

“If I was out too long or spending time with other people Sarah would accuse me of not caring or that I did not love her.

“Or she would accuse me of wanting to break up.

“This would be followed by lengthy periods of silence or angry door slamming.

“Occasionally she would throw things and once she even slapped me in the face...”

To read all of Mark’s story, visit the website.

All stories in the calendar are based on actual experiences, but the names are changed to protect the identity of the individuals sharing their stories.

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