The Men’s Behaviour Change Program (MBCP) is a therapeutic group program for men who have used violent, abusive or controlling behaviours towards a family member.

The program is based on two (2) principles: that women and children have the right to live their lives freely and safely; men who deny them this right need to take responsibility for their actions and choose to change.

SCHS provides the MBCP within the Northern Loddon Mallee region. Group programs are provided in Mildura and online for clients based around the Swan Hill area.

The program is designed to engage men in a minimum of 40hrs of group work over 20 weeks. Group sessions involve intensive work to enable men to accept responsibility for their choices and behaviour.

The program provides an environment to learn non-abusive behaviours, challenge old ways of thinking and acting, develop a caring respect for self and others, and accept responsibility for their behaviours and the consequences of their actions.