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Have you planned your end-of-year celebration?

The Barnardos Amazing Race is an alternative to the traditional end-of-year get together and a unique way to gather your friends or colleagues to have fun, all whilst supporting vulnerable children and families.

The Barnardos Amazing Race will take place on the 27th November in Sydney.

All proceeds raised from the event will support Barnardos programs and services, which provide assistance to children and families impacted by the devastating effects of domestic violence, such as isolation, financial instability, mental health issues and homelessness.

This year we invite you to participate in the Barnardos Amazing Race, as a way to support families escaping DFV, empower survivors, normalise the conversation and give children a voice.

REGISTER NOW

There was no one asking questions or supporting our family. My mother was isolated and alone and would ‘tell’ her story matter of fact, and others would listen without intervention. No one asked ‘what about the kids.

- Anonymous contributor, Barnardos Domestic Family Violence Research Report
These women believed me. I was told I was crazy for 12 months and they believed me. I wouldn’t be where I am now without it, I think it hindsight I probably would have gone back to him, it would have been easier to go back to him. But I’ve done the hard thing, I haven’t gone back. We get to be safe, and we get to stay safe, and that cycle ends with him.

Barnardos client and her son, Domestic Family Violence survivors

More information on Barnardos Domestic and Family Violence advocacy and awareness can be found here.

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
.