International Women’s Day in Cranebrook

It’s been a busy week here at the Barnardos Australia Penrith Centre, part of it was our invitation to an International Womens Day morning tea at Nepean Community & Neighbourhood Services (NCNS) just two doors down.

There were guest speakers who came to share and talk about their stories throughout life, we also had various performers such as the Hamava band, a Bollywood Dancer who got us all up to do some Bollywood dancing and the Hands Heart and Feet who got everyone to join in with some drumming and music together.

We then enjoyed a lovely lunch with many discussions happening around the tables. Followed by a Henna workshop and pottery workshop which gave everyone a chance to learn something new and get some wonderful Henna done.

We always value the opportunity to join in these events, spread the word of what we do and learn so much about what everyone else offers in the community to support one another.

WHAT WE SEE

We see beyond the sleepover in cars and understand the underlying issues.

After escaping family violence, a parent and their child have nowhere safe to stay and are
currently waiting for refuge accommodation.

We see beyond the sleepover in cars
and understand the underlying issues.

After escaping family violence, a
parent and their child have nowhere
safe to stay and are currently waiting
for refuge accommodation.

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We understand that families and children who have experienced domestic and family violence need more than just a safe place to stay. At Barnardos, we work closely with children to identify their unique needs and provide tailored support for each family member.   

Safe accommodation

Support with transitional accommodation

Safety Planning

Providing safety planning
so that families can leave violence for good

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Access to counselling services

Children who have survived domestic and family violence often experience long-term impacts into adulthood. Our caseworkers recognise the importance of specialist support to help them recover and thrive. 

HOW BARNARDOS HELPS

We understand that families and
children who have experienced domestic and family violence need more than just a safe place to stay.
At Barnardos, we work closely with children to
identify their unique
needs and provide tailored support
for each family member
.  
 


Support with transitional accommodation

Providing safety planning so that families can leave violence for good

Access to counselling services

Children who have survived domestic and family violence often experience long-term impacts into adulthood.
Our caseworkers
recognise the importance of specialist support to
help them recover and thrive.
 

You can help too! A simple gift today can support a child who has experienced
domestic and family violence to recover and heal
.