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WIS What's On
he WIS What's On provides details of services and activities for women of SA as at Monday 13 September 2021
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Shark Cage Group | 8-week assertive and self-confidence building course for women who have experienced abusive or controlling relationships | Anglicare SA Ph. Nicky on 0409 858 992 E:ntanner@anglicaresa.com.au | Aldinga Area Marion Area | Starts October 13 Starts October 14 |
| Women are Strong Women do Survive | 8-week support group for women exploring the effects of abusive relationships. | Multi Agency Ph. 8215 6310 | Hackham Area | Starts October 20 |
| From Strength to Strength Group | 8-week group for women who have experienced relationship trauma | Anglicare SA Ph. Nicky on 0409 858 992 E:ntanner@anglicaresa.com.au | Hackham Area | Starts November 4 |
| Zahra Foundation – Pathways to Empowerment | 9-week course for women who have experienced domestic violence, with practical activities to achieving goals in life. Location advised on registration | Zahra Foundation | Central Suburbs | Starts Term 4 (date to be advised) |
| Zahra Foundation – Pathways to Empowerment | 9-week course for women who have experienced domestic violence, with practical activities to achieving goals in life. Location advised on registration | Zahra Foundation | Northern suburbs | Starts Term 4 (date 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 | Various | Ongoing |
SA.GOV.AU:COVID-19 | For information, including call centres for relief assistance and mental health support, go to: | SA COVID-19 Information Line Ph. 1800 253 787 Mon-Fri, 9am to 5 pm COVID19 Information Line Here | State-wide | Ongoing |
| Women’s Information Service Shopfront | Due to COVID-19 precautions we are unable to offer tea/coffee or the daily newspaper, but we have a cold tap for water, 3 computers for free online access and, as always, we can provide information and referrals. | Women’s Information Service Ph. 8303 0590 www.wis.sa.gov.au | Adelaide | Ongoing |
| WIS Chat | You can now talk to WIS via Live Chat on our webpage. Visit us at Women's Information Service and click on the: “Hi there, how can I help you” pop-up. | Women’s Information Service Ph. 8303 0590 Women's Information Service Website | Adelaide | Ongoing |
| Family Court Support | Confidential support for women attending the Family and Federal Circuit Court in Adelaide. We also provide support in our office if you have an online hearing, mediation, or family conference. | Women’s Information Service Ph. 8303 0590 | Adelaide | Ongoing – subject to volunteer availability |
| Tax Help at the Women's Information Service | Free Tax Help appointments available on Thursday mornings at the WIS City Shopfront until October 31. | Australian Tax Office and the Women’s Information Service To check if you’re eligible and to book an appointment Ph. 8303 0590 | Adelaide | Ongoing to October 31 |
| 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. | Adelaide | September 28 |
| Volunteer at the new WIS Haven in Port Pirie | Applications are open to become a WIS Outreach volunteer. | Women’s Information Service Ph. 8303 0590 E: wis@sa.gov.au Women's Information Service Volunteering programs here | Online | Volunteer Training |
| Chat Time at WIS Haven Murray Bridge | Come say hello to our friendly Women’s Information Service volunteers for a cuppa and Chat Time @ the Haven, every Monday & Thursday 10am-11am. | WIS The Haven Murray Bridge and Murray Bridge Community Centre Ph. 8531 1799 or Ph. 0402 889 542 | Murray Bridge | Ongoing |
| Young Mum's Group at WIS The Haven Mount Barker | Social group for young and expectant mums aged up to 22 years. Meet other mums, in a relaxed, supportive and child friendly environment. Coffee & food provided. No need to book. | Women’s Information Service and Mount Barker Community Centre Ph. 8391 2747 Email: enquiries@mtbcc.org.au | Mount Barker | Wednesdays |
Parents & Bubs Coffee Morning at WIS The Haven | Social group for parents that would like to meet other parents in a relaxed, supportive and child friendly environment. | Women’s Information Service and Mount Barker Community Centre Ph. 8391 2747 E: enquiries@mtbcc.org.au | Mount Barker | Thursdays |
| Women’s Group | A group focusing on wellbeing, empowerment, art and craft and of course food! Free creche available | Hackham Community Centre Ph. 8186 6944 Bookings essential. | Hackham | Tuesdays |
Fiction Addiction | Fiction Addiction Book Club. First Thursday of the month | WIS The Haven Mount Barker Ph. 0439 002 785 | Mount Barker | Ongoing |
| Women’s Yarnin’ Circle | Women’s group for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander families; arts & crafts, excursions, healing, lunch & yarns over cuppa. Please book. | Neporendi Aboriginal Forum Inc./ Vine Street Centre Ph. 8322 1120 or Ph. 0466 945 073 | Old Reynella | Wednesdays |
| Strengthening the Inner Woman | 16-wk study comparing effectiveness of facilitated group support and Transcendental Meditation techniques to improve stress levels & quality of life for women who have experienced family & domestic violence | Transcendental Meditation for Women Adelaide and UniSA For more information contact Heather on Ph. 0416 108 476 E: hlorenzon@tm.org.au | South Plympton | Starts mid-October |
| Dealing with Depression Workshop. | 4-week group program. Learn about depression and how to manage it with selfcare and coping strategies. | Links to Wellbeing Alicia or Irene on Ph: 8326 3591 | Aberfoyle Park | Starts October 11 |
| Dealing with Depression Workshop. | 4-week group program. Learn about depression and how to manage it with selfcare and coping strategies. | Links to Wellbeing Ph. Sarah on 8384 1065 Bookings essential. | Hackham West | Starts September 16 |
| Cyber Safety Workshop for Parents & Carers | Provides practical strategies to help guide your children and young people as they navigate the online space. | Parenting SA Safer Family Services & Ardtornish Children’s Centre Book via Eventbrite here | St Agnes | September 14 |
| Grandparents for Grandchildren SA | The GFGSA Village Service is an opportunity for grandparent/kinship carers in the area to meet in a safe space, discuss issues and access information. | Grandparents for Grandchildren SA Ph. Ph. 8212 1937 or E: contactus@gfgsa.com.au | Para Hills
Adelaide Woodcroft/Morphett Vale | September 15 September 16September 20 September 22 September 23 |
SPACE | Supporting young pregnant or parenting people under 25 years who are experiencing or perpetrating domestic and family violence | Metropolitan Youth Health Katie & Lani Ph.8243 5637 | Adelaide | Ongoing |
| Post-Separation Parenting Course | A workshop for separated parents. Understand and manage the changes in your family. Bookings essential | Centacare | Elizabeth Park | October 5 |
| Post-Separation Parenting Course | A workshop for separated parents. Understand and manage the changes in your family. Bookings essential. | Centacare Ph. 8215 6700 Email: registrations@centacare.org.au | Adelaide | September 22 |
| Post-Separation Parenting Course | A workshop for separated parents. Understand and manage the changes in your family. Bookings essential. Cost $5 | Centacare Ph. 8215 6320 or Email:murraybridge@centacare.org.au | Murray Bridge | October 18 |
| Building Coping Skills | Workshop that helps you as parents and carers to support your child or young person’s resilience. | Parenting SA Ph: 8381 8005 or Bel Ph: 0438 862 295 | Woodcroft Heights | September 17 September 24 |
| Showing up for your kids | 4-week workshop for parents who have had their children placed on a guardianship order in the last 6 months or are at risk of such an order. | The Reily Foundation Nadia Ph. 0434 197 581 | Address supplied on registration | Starts October 13 |
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