The Commonwealth Bank of Australia has announced it will offer unlimited paid leave to any staff member affected by domestic or family violence, as part of its ongoing commitment to tackling the nationwide epidemic head-on.

The financial institution previously offered its employees 10-days paid domestic violence leave. Now the bank – who have pledged $30m to help victims of family violence nationwide – says they will provide support beyond “emergency situations”, allowing staff directly affected paid time off for medical appointments and counselling sessions, or to secure safe housing and meet legal obligations. Those supporting an immediate family member, or a member of their household, through DV concerns will also now be entitled to five-days of paid leave.