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This page provides information and support for people impacted by financial abuse. If you are in immediate danger, call 000.
What is financial abuse?
Financial abuse, also known as economic abuse, is a form of domestic and family violence that involves using money or finances to control, intimidate or harm another person.
Financial abuse can affect people of all ages, incomes, cultural backgrounds, genders and abilities.
Examples of financial abuse
Financial abuse can include:
- Money decisions being made without consent
- Unwanted debts or loans forced upon another person
- Using banking transactions to intimidate, threaten or manipulate another person
- Pressuring someone to give money, gifts or loans
- Taking or using bank cards without permission
- Accessing Internet Banking without consent
- Using another person's money or accounts for personal benefit
- Pressuring someone to sign financial or legal documents
- Forcing or influencing financial decisions against a person's wishes
- Restricting access to money, bank accounts or financial information
- Creating debts, loans or financial commitments in another person's name
- Monitoring or controlling how someone spends their money
- Using banking transactions to intimidate, threaten, manipulate or monitor another person
How can financial abuse affect someone?
Financial abuse can make it difficult for a person to maintain their financial independence and can have a significant impact on their wellbeing.
Someone experiencing financial abuse may:
- Feel isolated or dependent on another person
- Struggle to pay for everyday expenses
- Lose access to their own money or assets
- Experience stress, anxiety or fear about their financial situation
- Find it difficult to leave an unsafe or unhealthy relationship
What should you do if you're concerned?
If you’re concerned that you or someone you know may be experiencing financial abuse, seeking support early can help prevent further harm and provide access to the right assistance.
If you’re a Queensland Country Bank Member and are concerned about the security of your accounts, your finances, or your banking arrangements, we’re here to help. Our team will listen without judgement and treat your concerns with sensitivity, respect and confidentiality.
The safest way to speak to us is by calling our Contact Centre on 1800 075 078. If calling isn't an option, there are other ways you can contact us.
Links you may find helpful
- 1800RESPECT provides free and confidential support for people affected by domestic, family and sexual violence and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Online chat is also available.
- Lifeline provides 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention service for anyone experiencing emotional distress or needing immediate support.