We offer services that support and strengthen the capacity of families, build parenting skills, and promote safety for all family members. Read more
Help is easy to access. You can be referred by a health professional or another agency, or self-refer. Just call us on (02) 9528 2933 and tell us what you need help with. Read more
The Domestic Violence Toolbox Talks program is a primary prevention program that aims to harness the power of good men to address the prevalence of domestic violence in our Community. Read more
The Family Co. Team are again delighted to be involved in the organising committee for this year's Walk for Respectful Relationships. This year's walk, back in person for the first time in 2 years will be held on Friday 25th November, 2022 at 9am at Don Lucas Reserve ahead of the commencement of the Walk at 9:45am. Go to http://www.walkforrespectfulrelationships.org.au/ for more info
Each term, we publish a calendar of events for programs we offer. This includes our Parenting Support Programs, Early Childhood and Educational Support Programs and Domestic Violence Support Programs.
As part of the 16 Days of Activism, last week the Sutherland Shire Domestic Violence Committee was proud to launch a series of short films designed to highlight examples of coercive control, in an effort to increase awareness and detection of this form of domestic violence. Read more
The Sutherland Shire Domestic Violence Committee are proud to launch their Coercive Control Film Series - The launch and premiere will take place on Thursday 1 December 2022 at 9:30am at Hazelhurst Arts Centre at Gymea. Interested community members are welcome to attend, although RSVP is necessary. Read more
Earlier in the week, some of our Southern Sydney Women's Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Service (SSWDVCAS) team - Belinda, Ngaretta & Zahra attended the Migrant Information Day 2022, put on by Bayside Council . The team was able to network with other providers in this space, which ultimately increases awareness of the support available in the community, and builds our referral pipeline. Read more
Giggle & Grow is a free weekly playgroup for Mums & Bubs up to 18 months months at Yarrawarrah Community Hall. This is a supported playgroup, led by an experienced parenting facilitator. Read more
Domestic abuse is preventable. The Family Co. are delivering these "Harnessing the Power of Community" sessions for DPE. Book your place in one of our sessions to learn more about the types of abuse, how you might be able to identify if someone is experiencing or using violence and how you can use your positive influence to shape a safer future for everyone. All sessions are facilitated live. Read more