Day: March 11, 2026

Peter Pan Literary Lunch supports Beyond Barbed Wire

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A huge thank you to the Peter Pan Committee for hosting their annual Literary Lunch in support of Barnardos’ Beyond Barbed Wire program.

We were delighted to have Kate McClymont host a thoughtful conversation with journalist and novelist Geraldine Brooks. We’re incredibly grateful to Geraldine for sharing her time, stories and support for our work.

Our CEO, Dr Kate Alexander, also spoke about the difference Beyond Barbed Wire makes for mothers and their children, helping families reconnect and giving mothers the support they need to feel more hopeful about the future.

Many women in Australian prisons have experienced domestic and family violence. Beyond Barbed Wire helps mothers build connections with other women, find stable housing, access childcare and navigate social security, helping create stronger foundations for themselves and their children.

Thank you to everyone who made this special afternoon possible and helped us continue supporting more women and families. 💚

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.

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