WIS What's On

The WIS What's On provides details of services and activities for women of SA as at Monday 15 July 2024

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Program	Description	Provider	Location	Date
SERVICES
Women are Strong Women do Survive	8-week support group for women dealing with the effects of abusive relationships. Limited, free crèche available – bookings essential.	The Yellow Gate For more information or to register Ph. 1300 564 164 E: admin@theyellowgate.org.au	Hackham Area	Starts Aug 1
The Shark Cage Group – (It is recommended to complete Women are Strong women do survive before attending The Shark Cage)	7-week course for women who have had relationships that are controlling, violent or abusive to understand there are lots of dangerous Sharks out there and how to empower yourselves.	Centacare Ph. 8215 6700 Bookings essential.	Starts July 23	Starts July 23
Shark Cage for Women	8 -week course for women who have had relationships that are controlling, violent or abusive to understand and how to empower yourselves.	Anglicare Ph. 0481 098 373 E: ntanner@anglicaresa.com.au	Noarlunga	Starts July 25
From Strength to Strength	6-week group for women who would like to increase their personal growth and improve relationship conflict management. This group is ideal for women who have completed both Women are Strong and Shark Cage groups.	Anglicare SA Ph. 8186 8900 For more information contact: fif@anglicaresa.com.au	Southern Area Address provided on registration	To be advised
Out of the Shadows	This group will discuss impacts on women and children and interactions with the Domestic and Family Violence, Legal and Safety Systems	Relationships Australia South Australia For more information or to register Ph. 8223 4566 E: rasacentral@rasa.org.au	Location provided on registration	Fridays
Zahra Foundation – Pathways to Empowerment	9-week group courses for women who have experienced domestic violence. Courses explore healthy communication, healthy decisions, healthy futures and healthy relationships.	Zahra Foundation Ph. 8352 1889 program@zahrafoundation.org.au	Various	To be advised
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
Women's Domestic Violence Court Assistance Service – Outreach Mount Gambier	We will be attending at the Mount Gambier Magistrates Court fortnightly to assist women who have applied for private intervention orders. We will be available to meet with clients and support services.	Legal Services Commission Ph. 1800 246 642	Mount Gambier	Fortnightly
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	Subject to volunteer availability
WIS CHAT	Can’t find the information you are looking for? You can now talk to WIS via Live Chat on our web page. Look on the bottom of the screen and click on the: “Hi there, how can I help you” pop-up	Women’s Information Service Ph. 8303 0590	Adelaide	Ongoing
Tax Help at WIS	Help with simple Tax Returns from an ATO volunteer. Eligibility requirements apply.	For more information and to book an appointment Ph. 8303 0590	Adelaide	Starts Aug 1
The Haven Port Pirie - Volunteers Wanted	The Haven Port Pirie is on the lookout for motivated women to join our volunteer family in the Port Pirie region!	For more information contact: WIS Ph. 83030590 E: wis@sa.gov.au Register here for The Haven Port Pirie Volunteering program	Port Pirie	Register by Aug 1
The Haven Whyalla - Volunteers Wanted	The Haven Whyalla is on the lookout for motivated women to join our volunteer family in the Port Pirie region!	For more information contact: WIS Ph. 83030590 E: wis@sa.gov.au Register here for The Haven Whyalla Volunteering Program	Whyalla	Register by Aug 1
The Haven Murray Bridge - Volunteers Wanted	The Haven Murray Bridge is on the lookout for motivated women to join our volunteer family in the Port Pirie region!	For more information contact: WIS Ph. 83030590 E: wis@sa.gov.au Register here for the Murray Bridge Volunteering Program	Murray Bridge	Register by Aug 1
Ombudsman SA Outreach at WIS	Talk to the Ombudsman SA if you believe you have been treated unfairly or unreasonably by a state government department or local government agency.	Ombudsman SA at WIS. Ph. 8303 0590 Call-back service available	Adelaide	July 25
SOCIAL CONNECTION
Craft and Chat	Come along and join other women to learn craft in a relaxed and friendly environment. All materials provided.	Port Pirie Haven Ph. 0499 420 923	Port Pirie	Wednesdays
Let's Chat Gardening Port Pirie Haven	For women who enjoy gardening Share ideas, make friends and guest speakers	Port Pirie Haven Ph. 0499 420 923	Port Pirie	Fridays
Women and Words	A relaxed group for creative writing therapy run by a well-known local writer	Gawler Haven Ph. 0466 801 553 E: haven@gawlercommunityhouse.org.au	Gawler	Thursdays
Females Fighting Forward	A free 90-minute self-defence class to help women improve self-defence capabilities and increase self-confidence. For ages 18 and above, aged 16-18 may attend with guardian.	Gawler Haven For more information Ph. 0466 801 553 E:haven@gawlercommunityhouse.org.au	Gawler	July 20
Creative Space	A safe space for women to make friends or chat. Materials, coffee and tea provided.	Centacare Ph. 8645 8233 Whyalla Haven Ph. 0407 251 696 whyallahaven@cccsa.org.au	Whyalla	Tuesdays
Women`s Peer Group - Parents of neuro-divergent children	A group for all women who are caring for a neuro-divergent child or children and would like help to improve their own mental health.	Skylight Ph: 83784100 E: skylight@skylight.org.au	Mount Barker	2nd Thursday of the month
Women’s Walking Group	The Haven Mount Gambier will be meeting every third Thursday of the month at the Railway Station Platform.	City of Mount Gambier and Centacare For more information Ph. 8721 2555 or Ph. 8303 6630	Mount Gambier	3rd Thursday of the month
Trauma Sensitive Yoga Group for Women	These classes are trauma sensitive and help women to reconnect with the body and is an evidence-based approach for people living with PTSD and complex trauma.	Skylight To register please Ph. 8378 4100 E: crt@skylight.org.au	Goodwood and Wayville	Thursdays
Women’s Eightball	Join us in the Mount Gambier Library for Women’s Eightball!	The Haven Mount Gambier Ph. 0439 169 925	Mount Gambier	First Friday of the month
Saturday Art	Saturday Art in Term 2 will focus on the technique of Paper Mache. All skill levels welcome and all tools and equipment will be provided.	The Haven Murray Bridge To book please contact Helen Ph. 0466 809 400	Murray Bridge	Saturdays
Coffee and Chat from Dream to Reality	Join us to hear a story of physical and emotional challenges.	The Haven Mt Gambier Bookings Essential Ph. 8721 2540	Mount Gambier	July 31
Grow and Glow	Build your self-confidence, feel empowered and learn to embrace change.	The Haven Whyalla Ph.0407 251 696	Whyalla	Starts July 14
EDUCATION
Report Writing	Do you have to prepare a report for a government service such as NDIS? Consult with an experienced Haven volunteer.	The Haven Goolwa To make an appointment Ph. 0499 407 237 goolwahaven@alexandrina.sa.gov.au	Goolwa	Mondays ongoing
Interview Workshop	Join us to help you ace your next job interview! Our workshop will provide valuable insights to boost your confidence, sharpen your interview skills and land that dream job.	Maxima Register here for the Interview workshop Ph. 8256 0448	Elizabeth	July 18
Your Body Your Choice	A class to help women improve self-defence capabilities and increase self-confidence.	The Haven Gawler Ph: 0466 801 553 E:haven@gawlercommunityhouse.org.au	Gawler	July 20
Introduction to Women’s Studies	A 10-week program to help increase your confidence and identify your goals for the future. Participants must be aged 17 to 65 and not enrolled in school.	Pooraka Farm Community Centre TAFE SA For more information Ph. 8406 8488 Ph. 0432 487 611 E: pfccfoundationskills@gmail.com	Pooraka	Starts July 25
Self-Employment Showcase	If you are keen to launch a new business or seek support for an existing endeavour this Showcase may be for you	City of Playford Free event, no booking required. Check here for free tickets and more information	Munno Para Stretton Centre	Aug 5
Nourish Hospitality Training	Nourish is a hospitality training program for young people aged 16-25 who face barriers to education and employment.	Oz Harvest Apply for OzHarvest Nourish Program here	Adelaide	Starts Aug 7
Pathways to the Children's Services Industry	15 week course – introduces participants to the children’s services industry.	Morella Community Centre Ph. 8406 8482 M. 0484 958 823 E.communityeducation@morella.org.au	Parafield Gardens	Starts July 29
Digital technology for work and study	10 week course - build your confidence to use applications and online platforms to create and design for study and work.	Morella Community Centre Ph. 8406 8482 M. 0484 958 823 E.communityeducation@morella.org.au	Parafield Gardens	Starts July 26
Pathway to the Horticultural Industry	15 week course – Explore study and employment opportunities in the horticultural industry. Gardening, landscape, and growing food.	Morella Community Centre Ph. 8406 8482 M. 0484 958 823 E.communityeducation@morella.org.au	Parafield Gardens	Starts July 31
Commercial Kitchen Practices	15 week course. Identify work opportunities and future pathways in the food industry.	Morella Community Centre Ph. 8406 8482 M. 0484 958 823 E.communityeducation@morella.org.au	Parafield Gardens	Starts Aug 2
HEALTH
PARENTING
Childhood Changes and Parenting Styles	Join Mark Le Messurier for this 5-part parent workshop focusing on strengthening success and trusting relationships between parents, students and teachers.	City of Tea Tree Gully and Keithcot Farm Children’s Centre To book scan the QR code on flyer Doors open 6.30pm for 7.00pm start. Reserve a spot via Eventbrite here	Wynn Vale	July 31 Aug 28 Sept 11 Nov 6
Living with Young People	Workshop that helps you as parents and caregivers build an understanding of your teenager and their healthy development.	Headspace Bookings essential: E: info@headspaceonkaparinga.org.au	Christies Beach	July 22 July 29 Aug 5
Bringing Up Great Kids.	6-week interactive parenting program for parents of young children and adolescents.	Uniting Communities Ph. 0432 043 537 E:noarlungafrc@unitingcommunities.org Bookings essential	Mitchell Park	Starts July 30
Circle of Security	8-week parenting course. Make sense of what your child is asking from you with this research-based series	Uniting Communities Contact Leanne Ph. 0432 043 537 E:noarlungaFRC@unitingcommunities.org Bookings essential	Seacombe Gardens	Starts July 25
Little Steps	10 Week course - Supports Aboriginal women who have experienced barriers to parenting and or domestic violence.	KWY Referrals and Creche phone or link below. Ph. 8377 7822 KWY Little Steps Referral Form Here	Semaphore Park Elizabeth South	Starts Aug 1 Starts July 30
Baby massage	4 Sessions. Suitable for babies aged 4 weeks to pre-crawling. Using relaxation and gentle massage learn ways to soothe, settle and comfort baby.	Ingle Farm Community Centre. Contact Caroline Ph. 0435 138 884	Ingle Farm	Starts July 30
Circle of Security – Baby Focus	7 week course for babies 0-9 months, allows parents to focus on the specific needs of babies in relationships.	Ingle Farm Community Centre. Contact Caroline Ph. 0435 138 884	Ingle Farm	Starts Aug 1
Circle of Security	8 week parenting course. Make sense of what your child is asking from you with this research-based series	Centacare Bookings essential Ph. 8215 6310 E: aldinga@centacare.org.au	Aldinga	Starts July 31

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