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WIS What's On
The WIS What's On provides details of services and activities for women of SA as at Monday 08 August 2022
All programs are free/low cost unless otherwise noted. For more details, please visit our Facebook page.
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| +Program | Description | Provider | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICES | ||||
| The Shark Cage Group | Assertiveness and self-confidence building course for women who have experienced abusive or controlling relationships and/or sexual abuse. | Anglicare SA | Advised on registration | To be confirmed. |
| The Shark Cage Group | 8-week supportive and informative group for women who have had more than one experience of abuse in their lives. Crèche may be available. | Uniting Care Wesley Bowden Contact Dianne Ph. 0477 709 821 E: danne.haufe@ucwb.org.au | Pennington | Starts August 9 |
| Women are Strong Women do Survive | 8-week support group for women exploring the effects of abusive relationships. Creche available – bookings essential. | Multi Agency Ph. 8215 6310 | Southern Suburbs | To be confirmed |
| Women: Strength and Safety | 6-week support group for women dealing with the effects of abusive relationships. Bookings essential. | Multi Agency Ph. 8215 6700 Location provided on registration. | Northern suburbs | Starts August 18 |
| Zahra Foundation Early Paths to Empowerment | 9-week course for women 18 – 35 years who are recovering from family and domestic abuse. Registrations essential. | Zahra Foundation Ph. 8352 1889 program@zahrafoundation.org.au | Location advised on registration | To be confirmed |
Zahra Foundation | 9-week group course for women who have experienced domestic violence, with practical activities to achieving goals in life. Registrations essential. | Zahra Foundation | Central location | To be confirmed |
Zahra Foundation | 9-week group course for women who have experienced domestic violence, with practical activities to achieving goals in life. Registrations essential. | Zahra Foundation Ph. 8352 1889 program@zahrafoundation.org.au Location provided on registration | Southern location | To be confirmed |
| Women's Domestic Violence Court Assistance Service | Specialist legal service for women affected by domestic & family violence. Includes assistance with intervention orders and ending tenancy agreements. | Women's Domestic Violence Court Assistance Service - WDVCAS Ph.1800 246 642 | Multiple locations | Ongoing |
| Family and Domestic Violence No Interest Loans (NILS) support at WIS | WIS is now supporting access to No Interest Loans for women affected by family and domestic violence. Contact us if you need support or information when preparing your NILS application. | Women’s Information Service | Adelaide | Ongoing |
| Family Court Support at WIS | Confidential support for women attending the Federal Circuit and Family Court in Adelaide. We also provide support if you have an online hearing, mediation, or family conference. | For more information or to book your family court support please contact the Women’s Information Service on Ph. 8303 0590 | Adelaide | Ongoing |
| Zahra Foundation Outreach at WIS | Financial counselling for women who have experienced domestic and family violence, at the Women’s Information Service shopfront at 101 Grenfell St | Zahra Foundation | Adelaide | August 18 |
| Ombudsman SA Outreach at WIS | Talk to Ombudsman SA if you believe you have been treated unfairly or unreasonably by a state or local government agency or department. | Ombudsman SA at WIS. Drop-in 10am – 12 noon. Ph. 8303 0590 Call-back service available anytime. | Adelaide | August 25 |
| Tax Help at WIS | A Tax Help volunteer will be at City WIS to help people on low incomes complete simple tax returns online. Thursdays 9am to 12:45pm. Call to check eligibility and to book a session. | Women’s Information Service 101 Grenfell Street Ph. 8303 0590 wis@sa.gov.au | Adelaide | Thursdays |
| Financial Counselling | Assistance for people who are struggling to manage their finances and provide information, options and advocacy support. 9am-2pm. | Uniting Communities | Hackham Community Centre To book an appointment Ph. 8202 5010 | Hackham | Mondays |
| SOCIALCONNECTION | ||||
| Crafting at the Whyalla WIS Haven | Join our lovely WIS volunteers for scrapbooking, card making and all things craft. Fortnightly on Fridays. | WIS Haven Whyalla at Centacare Whyalla Ph. 0407 251 696 Ph.8645 8233 | Whyalla | August 19 |
| Colour, Coffee and Chat at the Whyalla WIS Haven | A safe space for women to make friends, or chat to our friendly staff. Materials provided! Monday fortnights | WIS Haven Whyalla at Centacare Whyalla Ph. 0407 251 696 Ph.8645 8233 | Whyalla | August 15 |
| Craft & Chat at the Port Pirie WIS Haven | Make new friends, learn new skills and take home something great. Everything you need will be provided at no cost. Wednesdays 11am-1pm during term 3. | WIS Haven Port Pirie Port Pirie Community Centre Ph. 0499 420 923 Bookings requested. | Port Pirie | Wednesdays |
Young Mums at the | Social group for young and expectant mums aged up to 25 years. Meet other mums, in a relaxed, supportive and child friendly environment. 10am - noon | WIS Haven Mount Barker at Mount Barker Community Centre Ph. 0439 002 785 | Mount Barker | Wednesdays |
| Fiction Addiction Book Club | Fiction Addiction Book Club at the Mount Barker WIS Haven. Join us on the first Thursday of the month. 1-2.30pm. | WIS Haven Mount Barker at Mount Barker Community Centre Ph. 0439 002 785 | Mount Barker | September 1 |
Craft and a Cuppa at the Mount Barker WIS Haven | Bring your craft, enjoy a chat and a cuppa, socialise, and make new friends! 10am-12pm. Gold coin donation. | Mount Barker Community Centre Ph. 8391 2747 | Mount Barker | Fridays |
| Women’s Group | Come and meet other women at a community driven women’s group. Focus on wellbeing, empowerment, art and craft and of course food! Creche. | Junction Australia | Hackham Community Centre Ph. 8392 3080 Please register and book. | Hackham | Tuesdays |
| Women Having Fun | An inclusive, supportive group of women who come together to have time out from life and lift each other up. | Hackham West Community Centre Ph. 8384 1065 Creche available. | Hackham West | Wednesdays |
| Women’s Yarnin’ Circle | Women’s group for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander families; arts & crafts, excursions, healing, lunch & yarns over cuppa. Fortnightly on Wednesdays | Neporendi Aboriginal Forum Inc. | Vine Street Centre Ph. 8322 1120 or Ph. 0466 945 073 Please phone to book in. | Old Reynella | Wednesdays fortnightly |
| Multicultural Women’s Group | Join us in sharing Parenting | C.A.F.E. Enfield Contact Jill for more information Ph. 8342 3329 | Enfield | Thursdays |
Women’s Coffee | Informal group that is open to all women. Tea, coffee and light refreshments provided. Come as you are, no booking necessary. 12-2pm. | Hackham Community Centre Ph. 8392 3080 | Hackham | Fridays |
Young Women | A fun and welcoming environment for young women to learn new skills, create new friendships and build confidence. Please call for dates and to book. | Multicultural Youth SA Ph. 8212 0058 E: Zahra@mysa.com.au | Adelaide | Saturdays fortnightly |
| HEALTH | ||||
Breast Screen SA - | BreastScreen SA invites women aged over 50 years to come along for their free 2 yearly screening mammogram. | BreastScreen SA For more information and to book Ph. 13 20 50 E: HelloBSSA@sa.gov.au | Naracoorte | Until August 23 |
| Breast Screen SA - mobile service at Tanunda | BreastScreen SA invites women aged over 50 years to come along for their free 2 yearly screening mammogram. | BreastScreen SA For more information and to book Ph. 13 20 50 E: HelloBSSA@sa.gov.au | Tanunda | Until |
| EDUCATION | ||||
| The Art Bus | Learn how to engage with visual arts and build confidence through talking to people about your art. Join anytime. | Catherine House Women’s Centre Contact Lisa Grant E: LisaG@catherinehouse.org.au | Adelaide | August 4 to 29 September |
| Live your best life and plan for the future | 10-week course to develop knowledge and skills in communication, problem solving, exploring strengths and more. | Catherine House Women’s Centre Contact Lisa Grant Ph. 0418 856 129, E: LisaG@catherinehouse.org.au | Adelaide | Starts August 9 |
| Disability and Aboriginality: The Intersection Explained | Do you work with or care for an Aboriginal person with disability? A session for carers and community members who want to learn more. | Aboriginal Family Support Services Ph. Denika on 8281 3440 E: ndis@afss.com.au | Parafield | August 25 September 8 and 22 |
| Catherine Helen Spence Memorial Scholarship | Provides financial support to young women (20-35) to investigate or study social problems in Australia or overseas. | Office for Women More information here | not applicable | Applications close September 5 |
Young Carer | Provides financial support to carers aged 12- 25 who are studying or training in 2022/2023. Criteria apply. | Young Carers Network Apply here | Online | Applications close September 13 |
| PARENTING | ||||
eSafety 2022 | Every month live webinars about online safety for your children. | More information on their website here | Online | Ongoing |
| Supporting Children after Separation | Workshop for separated parents. Understand and manage the changes in your family. Bookings essential. Cost $5. | Centacare Ph. 8215 6700 | Adelaide | August 10 |
| Supporting Children after Separation | Workshop for separated parents. Understand and manage the changes in your family. Bookings essential. Cost $5. | Centacare on Ph. 8252 2311 E: registrations@centacare.org.au | Elizabeth Park | August 18 |
| Supporting Children after Separation | Online session for separated parents to understand and manage the changes in their family. Bookings essential | Centacare Ph. 8215 6700 E: registrations@centacare.org.au | Online via Zoom | August 25 |
| Circle of Security Parenting | 8-week program assists parents to build stronger and more secure relationships with their children. Learn about understanding and responding to children's needs Bookings essential. Creche may be available. |
| Pennington Taperoo | Starts August 11 Starts August 12 |
| Bringing Up Great Kids | 6-week course about understanding the messages of your child’s behaviour and developing strategies to manage your parenting approach. Bookings required. | Kilburn Community Centre | Relationships Australia SA Ph. 8340 2022 E: CAPSwest@rasa.org.au | Kilburn | Starts |
| Infant Massage | 5-week group for parents and caregivers with babies under 12 months. Strengthen your bond with your baby. Bookings essential. | C.A.F.E. Enfield | Relationships Australia SA Ph. 8340 2022 E: CAPSwest@rasa.org.au | Enfield | Starts August 17 |
| Stronger Together Workshops | Free workshops – delivered in English. Session 1: The family and children’s development in physical health, mental health and behaviours. Session 2. The family as the foundation of society. | Australian South East Asian Women’s Association Ph 0452 641 368 E: aseawa@chariot.net.au | Woodville | Session 1 - August 17 & 24 Session 2 - August 23 & 31 |
| Tuning in to Kids | 6-week program assists parents to enhance communication and support their children's emotional and social development. Creche available. | Renown Park Children's Centre | Uniting Care Wesley Bowden Ph. Michael 0417 196 119 E: cfss.mailbox@ucwb.org.au | Renown Park | Starts August 22 |
| How to Talk so Kids Will Listen | Workshop for families experiencing separation. Develop strategies to communicate effectively with your kids. | Centacare Ph. 8215 6700 E: registrations@centacare.org.au | Salisbury | September 6 |
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