Effective information systems . An effective systemised screening within and across government departments such as Health, Education and Police, for domestic violence against children and women was lacking. For example, a victim of domestic violence can present numerous times at a health care facility but this information maybe absent at the Department of Police if a case has not been opened. A framework for screening was required and a mechanism for locating pertinent information regarding the victim. This could be achieved by establishing databases at hospitals and schools in order to identify victims of violence. This could monitor trends and incidences of violence as it relates to particular demographics. Databases can also be used to identify and refer victims to the necessary and appropriate psychosocial services based on their specific cases.