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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 22 April 2024
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 | ||||
| Women are Strong Women do Survive | 8-week educational support group for women dealing with the effects of abusive relationships. Bookings essential. | Onkaparinga Collaborative Approach | Location provided on registration | Starts May 9 |
| Women are Strong Women do Survive | 8-week educational support group for women dealing with the effects of abusive relationships. Bookings essential. | Hands of Hope Foundation | Location provided on registration | To be advised |
| The Shark Cage Group – (It is recommended to complete Women are Strong women do survive before attending The Shark Cage) | An assertiveness and self-confidence building course 8-week course to help you build a strong sense of self and to feel empowered | Anglicare SA Ph. 8186 8919 E: fif@anglicaresa.com.au Relationships Australia Ph. 8377 5400 Uniting Communities Ph. 8202 5200 | Location provided on registration | To be advised |
| 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 | 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 | Friday’s |
Zahra Foundation – Pathways to Empowerment Healthy Communication | 9-week group courses for women who have experienced domestic violence. Explores boundaries, communication strategies and respectful relationships. | Zahra Foundation | Central | May 9 |
| Zahra Foundation Pathways to Empowerment -Healthy Decisions | 9-week group courses for women who have experienced domestic violence. Explores social norms, decision making and advocating for self and others | Zahra Foundation | North | May 7 |
| Zahra Foundation Pathways to Empowerment -Healthy Relationships | 9-week group courses for women who have experienced domestic violence.Uses creative activities focusing on reconnection with self and community, values and rights. | Zahra Foundation | West | May 10 |
| Zahra Foundation Pathways to Empowerment -Healthy Futures | 9-week group courses for women who have experienced domestic violence. Builds on skills and goal setting, with the ability to create an individual pathway plan for the future including information and support for study or work. | Zahra Foundation Ph. 8352 1889 program@zahrafoundation.org.au | South | FULL |
| 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 | 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 webpage. Visit us at Women's Information Service Live-Chat And click on the: “Hi there, how can I help you” pop-up | Women’s Information Service | Adelaide | Ongoing |
| The Haven Riverland - Volunteers Wanted | The Haven Riverland-Berri is on the lookout for motivated women to join our volunteer family in the Riverland region! | For more information contact: WIS Ph. 83030590 E: wis@sa.gov.au HCP Dani Ph. 0473 066 856 | Berri | Ongoing |
| Ombudsman 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. Drop-in 10am – 12 noon. Ph. 8303 0590 Call-back service available | Adelaide | May 30 |
| Women's Legal Service | A fortnightly FREE & confidential service. By appointment only, 10am-4pm | Elizabeth Rise Community Centre Ph. 8221 5553 | Elizabeth | Fridays fortnightly |
| 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 |
| Craft and Conversation – The Haven Mount Gambier | Join in with this creative production line to make inspiring gifts for women. | The Haven Mount Gambier Ph. 0439 169 925 | Mount Gambier | Second Thursday of the month |
| 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 |
| Bee Creative | An artist led, creative workshop for women of all ages and skill levels. Creche, snacks, tea and coffee provided. | The Goolwa Haven For more information contact the Goolwa Children’s Centre Ph. 8555 2509 | Goolwa | Wednesday’s |
| Women's Circle | A non-judgemental, safe space for women to share their feelings and daily struggles | Whyalla Haven Ph. 0407 251 696 | Whyalla | Wednesdays Fortnightly |
| Game Time | Come for fun, laughs and a cuppa! Everything will be provided. | Whyalla Haven Ph. 0407 251 696 | Whyalla | Thursdays |
| Multicultural Dinner | Welcome dinner to celebrate cultural diversity in the Adelaide Hills. Please provide your recipe to share, soft drinks provided, kitchen facilities available. | Mount Barker Community Centre Book here for multicultural Welcome Dinner Nicki Van Hoof Ph. 8391 2747 E: nicki@mtbcc.org.au | Mount Barker | May 3 |
| Women`s Walking Group - Mount Barker | Come along for a casual walk and talkMount Barker Ph. 8391 | Mount Barker Ph. 8391 2747 | Mount Barker | Fridays |
| Ignite | Afternoon for Women. Financial Counsellor – Susie from Anglicare will be talking about all things financial. | The Hutt St. Centre | Adelaide | May 2 |
Women's Group | A safe space for women to connect, share and learn from each other | Lutheran Church Gloria Debba Ph. 0438 177 430 Carlye Bowden Ph. 0407 630 713 Jodie Molitor Ph. 0403 415 851 | Ferryden Park | Wednesdays During term time |
| Women`s Peer Group - Parents of neurodivergent children | A group for all women who are caring for a neurodivergent 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 |
| 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 |
| Life your best life & plan for your future | 10-week course is a fun and inspiring way to help you learn how to get more out of life | Catherine House Women’s Centre Ph. 0428 883 950 | Adelaide | Enrol by Apr 23 |
| Art Course | Learn new skills in various art mediums and processes in a supportive environment | Catherine House Women’s Centre Ph. 0418 856 129 | Adelaide | Enrol by Apr 24 |
| Skill Up Program | 10-day programme to provide students with an insight into government and private sectors. If you choose to do a traineeship you will spend 12 months learning about a department. | Tauondi Aboriginal College For enquiries contact Adele Russell Ph. 8240 0300 E: arussell4@tauondi.sa.edu.au | Port Adelaide | Registration date Apr 26 Start date Apr 29 |
| Family First Aid | Two free training sessions for parents and caregivers delivered by Head2Toe First Aid Training | Pennington Children’s Centre Bookings essential. Contact Maggie on Ph. 0419 257 746 E: maggie.mccabe2@sa.gov.au | Pennington | Apr 30 |
| Money Matters | Information about planning with a reduced income whilst raising young children, budgeting and cash flow, new and expected expenses and teaching kids good financial literacy. | Aberfoyle Park Hub Library For more information contact the library Ph. 8384 0100 | Aberfoyle Park | May 7 |
| Women's Shed Workshop | Join in and learn new skills from Rose Squire. | Mount Barker Community Centre. Book here for the Women's Shed Workshop | Mount Barker | April 29 |
| Basic Computer Skills for Study & Employment | Six-week course. Build your computer and digital skills | Marion Life. Register here for the Basic Computer Skills for Study & Employment course | Mitchell Park | Starts April 30 |
White Card Work Safely in the | Suitablefor people who are carrying out construction work including site supervisors, surveyors, trades persons and labourers. **FEE FREE for Aboriginal community $150 for Non Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander | Aboriginal Access Centre Kelly Wilson Training Support Officer Ph. 7210 3859 kelly.wilson@tafesa.edu.au | Noarlunga | April 2024 |
| English Language Skills for Study and Employment | Six-week course.Improve your English language skills, help you to build confidence in everyday life, and prepare you for work and study. | Pasadena Community Centre Register here for the English Language Skills for Study and Employment | Pasadena | Starts May 2 |
| Women in Construction | FREE 5-week Woodworking program | Women’s Centre Ph. 0418 856 1289 E: tammyc@catherinehouse.org.au | Adelaide | Starts May 6 |
| HEALTH | ||||
| BreastScreenSA | BreastScreen SA is offering screening for women during April, May and June at Berri, Salisbury, and Millicent. | Please check the dates for your area. make a booking for your appointment online here. | Berri Millicent | Mar7-May 23 May 23-Jul 3 Apr 23-Jun 6 |
| PARENTING | ||||
| Circle of Security Parenting | 8-week program based on how parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened, including helping your child to feel more secure and successfully managing emotions. | Uniting Communities To register contact Leanne Ph. 0432 043 537 E:NoarlungaFRC@unitingcommunities.org Limited creche available contact Adrianna Ph. 8382 2850 | O’Sullivan Beach | Starts May 6 |
| Who’s in Charge? | An 8-week program for parents or carers of young people (8-18) who are beyond control, violent or defiant. | Centacare For more information contact Trevor Ph. 0410 698 907 Centacare Ph. 8215 700 | Enfield | Starts May 8 |
| Circle of Security | Do you want to have more understanding about your child’s behaviour? Over 8 weeks help your child to organise their feelings and to feel more secure. | Centacare Bookings essential. Please contact Centacare on Ph. 8215 6300 E: aldinga@centacare.org.au Limited creche available, bookings essential | Hackham | Starts May 9 |
| Practical Parenting in Australia | 2-day course. Raise awareness about Australian laws around parenting. Explore challenges across two cultures. Improve communication skills. Better coping with big emotions Learning your child’s safety needs. | Lutheran Care Ph. 0490 255 163 E: kbrilleman@lutherancare.org.au | Blair Athol | May 13 & 14 |
| Parenting Teenagers in Australia | A workshop for multicultural communities that helps parents and caregivers to build an understanding of your teenager and their healthy development. | Gloria Debba Ph. 0438 177 430 E: gloria.debba@sa.gov.au | Woodville Gardens | May 9 May 23 |
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