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25.01.2022 Couldnt be happier to share this on this fine Queens Birthday long weekend! Annabelle has received an OAM. She is such an amazing woman, a huge congratulations for a well deserved nomination!

24.01.2022 If you know someone who you feel is vulnerable, try and keep in contact. Please understand while they may not always be able to talk freely during any isolation periods we all may need to undertake, its nice to know you can still call or text with friends.

24.01.2022 TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE! Join us for either a high tea, a dinner (proudly hosted by Camden Council) or both.. to celebrate #IWD2021 with all ticket proceeds going to Camden Women’s Shelter! https://www.camdenwomensshelter.org.au/product-cate/events/... Anyone planning to attend (inc dependants) must have a ticket due to COVID plans.

22.01.2022 Well done to these men, not just for helping with the manual task of helping women leave DV environments but also for the example they set for other men in their communities! If any local Removalist companies offer this service or would consider doing so, please let us know so we can add you to our future resource register!

21.01.2022 You and your family are invited to our inaugural Family Games Night. Hasbro Australia has pulled out all stops to ensure we have some fabulous giveaways and game bundles not only for the women and children in our shelters but for YOU - the families that support them! https://events.humanitix.com/playing-for-shelter... SEIZE this occasion, and make a real date with your family. See more

21.01.2022 How amazing is this!!

21.01.2022 You are never alone. Remember during Covid-19 there are still supports locally, statewide and federally that are there to help you. Police: 000... DV Line : 1800 65 64 63 - 24/7 support 1800RESPECT: 24/7 support Womens DV Court Advocacy Services: 1800WDVCAS (business hours - put in your postcode to connect locally) Link2Home (accommodation): 1300 152 152 - 24/7 support Mensline: 1300 78 99 78 - 24/7 support Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 - 24/7 support Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 - 24/7 support

20.01.2022 Its never ok If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or family violence contact 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 for further advice and support. Dont go it alone. You can also reach out for help by contacting Lifeline on 13 11 14.... Men who have anger, relationship or parenting issues, should contact the Mens Referral Service on 1300 766 491.

20.01.2022 We are one week into Septembers Chores for a Cause and we thank you and the kids in your world for taking part. Our post has been seen by over 6,000 people! Even if 1% of those have children who would like to participate, we will make a huge difference. Dont forget to share what chores you are doing by using the hashtag #choresforacause or messaging us! www.choresforacause.org.au

20.01.2022 Sharing as well - the more people who understand the behaviours, the better #sayno2dv

19.01.2022 One of our superstars is shining even brighter today! A massive congratulations to Annabelle Daniel OAM who is the new Chair of the Domestic Violence NSW Board! Read the full media release here: https://mailchi.mp/dvnsw/vigil25112020-10903704 BUT WAIT - THERE IS MORE!! Annabelle has also been recognised with an Impact 25 Award announced today:... Annabelle OAM is the inaugural CEO of Women's Community Shelters. She has taken this innovative philanthropic model from an inspired idea to the establishment of seven women's refuges in under a decade. Her leadership, persistence, and unwavering commitment to the women she serves make her the ideal candidate for an Impact 25 award. Impact 25 Awards are a Pro Bono Australia Initiative in partnership with Bendigo Bank. We are so proud of you Annabelle and the difference you make to many people everyday.

19.01.2022 If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or family violence contact 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 for further advice and support. Dont go it alone. You can also reach out for help by contacting Lifeline on 13 11 14. Men who have anger, relationship or parenting issues, should contact the Mens Referral Service on 1300 766 491.... https://www.mamamia.com.au/financial-abuse-stories/

18.01.2022 We hear you. You might have heard something a little troubling or out of the ordinary lately. As the current situation continues to unravel with COVID-19 people are stressed, fearful and isolated. You might dismiss it as not your business. Or maybe its not that bad, its a once off.. surely, right..? Wrong. The Corona Virus is leaving many families feeling the strain. And we should all be very concerned about the DV risk some will face. But this isnt a family matter you sho...uld just turn away from. Is it easy to help? No, not always. Theres no exact rule book here but one thing we can say is that these situations leave friends of victims often feeling helpless. Packing up and leaving isnt always an option adopted straight away. Did you know that most Victims may stay or return to perpetrators repeatedly before they finally leave for good? It isnt black and white but its still upsetting to witness. So while the world feels uncertain, we want to be realistic. Validate her. Listen. Just be there, even if you feel frustrated for her and youre wondering why she just wont leave. Of course, you should speak up if you feel she or her children are in any imminent danger. Often compassion and validation is what she needs until shes ready to take the next steps. Encourage her to have a plan. Just be there for her, unconditionally. The ripple effect for women is extreme right now - with the passing of Hannah and her kids.. followed by coronavirus, huge financial strains that appeared overnight, lost jobs, home schooling kids, isolation with perpetrators.. it is a serious risk to women and children, those already suffering and potentially many more who may find themselves in uncharted territory at home. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or family violence contact 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 for further advice and support. Dont go it alone. You can also reach out for help by contacting Lifeline on 13 11 14. Men who have anger, relationship or parenting issues, should contact the Mens Referral Service on 1300 766 491. How else you can help? Share our post. You never know which 1 in 10 friends on your list will NEED this information. Tax deductible donations can also be made at any time via Give Now: https://www.givenow.com.au/camdenwomensshelter

17.01.2022 Thanks to the SayNo2DV Camden / Wollondilly Domestic Violence Committee for highlighting the latest BOCSAR statistics for our local communities. The increase is alarming - as a community we need to say NO to DV and continue to raise awareness. 1. Domestic Violence related assaults : over a 5 year trend an increase of 13.5% in Camden LGA 2. Breach ADVOs : over a 5 year trend an increase of 12% in Wollondilly LGA.

17.01.2022 Do you know the signs of someone experiencing domestic and family violence? Would you like to know how to start a conversation? You can make a difference in the lives of those around you, within your community and circle of friends. https://www.womenscommunityshelters.org.au/know-the-signs/

17.01.2022 We are so grateful for the support of our friends on the SayNo2DV Camden / Wollondilly Domestic Violence Committee.

17.01.2022 MORE TICKETS HAVE BEEN RELEASED! Join us for either a high tea, yummy 2 course dinner (proudly hosted by Camden Council) OR BOTH! Grab a friend and celebrate #IWD2021 with all ticket proceeds going to Camden Women’s Shelter!... https://www.camdenwomensshelter.org.au/product-cate/events/ Anyone planning to attend (inc dependants) must have a ticket due to COVID plans.

16.01.2022 To all our mums, grandmas, nannas and all other motherly figures .. we hope you had a special day!

16.01.2022 Our own shelter network has reported a 25 to 30 per cent increase in calls for assistance in the past fortnight and we arent even in full lock down yet.

16.01.2022 Congratulations Tanya! Tanya, our Co-Deputy Chair has been named as one of Western Sydneys 50 most powerful and influential people revealed - shes #5 and the highest ranking female on the list! We are so proud of you!

15.01.2022 * LAST DAY FOR EOFY TAX DEDUCTIONS! * The COVID-19 health crisis is having a devastating effect on all our lives. But for some people, the impact is being felt worst of all. Financial hardship, isolation, and domestic violence cases are all increasing at alarming levels. Did you know our professional Board operates completely pro bono? This means when you donate, youre not paying for administration - so every donation we receive, big or small, goes towards building and main...taining the Camden Womens Shelter. Our local area needs this. We need YOU! All donations are 100% tax-deductible and can be made via our PayPal giving fund, GiveNow or via direct deposit. Even if you cant donate - we would love to to share our post will help!

15.01.2022 Whose turn is it first!!

14.01.2022 Why didnt she just leave? Its a question that doesnt necessarily have a sinister intention. In a sense, its an attempt to distance ourselves from the possibility that it could ever be us who finds ourselves victim to intimate partner abuse. So we tell ourselves a convenient story: that people who are abused make mistakes. That they make bad choices. That something about their behaviour is what keeps them there. The scary reality is that this simply isnt true.

14.01.2022 Support your local shelter - and sweep aside traditional views about who does what chores at home. www.choresforacause.org.au Just in time for Spring Cleaning, this month, Womens Community Shelters are launching a new, innovative fund-raising campaign. A pioneering program building young peoples awareness of gender inequality and domestic violence and womens homelessness, Chores for a Cause empowers young people aged 8-18 to support the women and children in need in thei...r community by completing chores in exchange for money they can then donate to the shelter of their choice. WCS would be thrilled if kids could raise up to $25 for Blue Wren House - Camden Womens Shelter. Why not more? This isnt just about a few young people doing the heavy lifting and raising lots of money. This is an opportunity for everyone to feel they can pitch in and do their little bit too. Because solving domestic and family violence and homelessness needs everyone to care and contribute. WCS CEO, Annabelle Daniel OAM says; Domestic and family violence is a chronic and ongoing social problem that spikes during times of widespread disaster and stress. Charities are often the very first responders to the vulnerable, the isolated and the homeless who are at particular risk right now during this pandemic. We have seen significant numbers of potential fundraising events planned for WCS and our shelter network cancelled for the foreseeable future. Innovative, positive campaigns like this one have the potential to not only help our sector raise much-needed funds, but to provide a sense of hope. Our Education Officer, Dannielle Miller explains why this is not only brilliant for our shelters, but for the kids who roll up their sleeves and support the initiative too: This initiative offers a powerful opportunity to start some really important, age-appropriate conversations in our homes and schools around chore equity (what sort of chores do families need to do, and how often does each family member usually spend on these?), gender stereotyping (theres no such thing as girls work and boys work - we can all do all the things!) and respectful relationships (every member of a family should feel safe and respected). The research also clearly shows that meaningful fund-raising opportunities like this one are just what our young people need right now. During times of uncertainty, altruistic acts boost our morale, foster a sense of connection, and give us back a sense of control. Lets do this! www.choresforacause.org.au The Haven - Nepean Womens Shelter The Sanctuary - The Hills Womens Shelter Great Lakes Womens Shelter Northern Beaches Womens Shelter Parramatta Womens Shelter Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Womens Shelter Bayside Womens Shelter #choresforacause

13.01.2022 We are so thankful and proud of all the people we have behind the scenes working hard to pave the way for our future Shelter. With their own talents and skill, they guide us, lead us and most importantly champion us on every step of the way. One of those people is Annabelle. She captains not one but seven and counting Landspeeders right now (read the article and the reference will make sense!) Her unwavering support and the collective knowledge from Womens Community Shelters continues to really help our Board to flourish. https://amp-dailytelegraph-com-au.cdn.ampproject.org//ea17

12.01.2022 Do you know the signs of someone experiencing domestic and family violence? Would you like to know how to start a conversation? You can make a difference in the lives of those around you, within your community and circle of friends. https://www.womenscommunityshelters.org.au/know-the-signs/ [A PDF printable is available on the WCS website. Please print and share with your local shop owners, and share to all your community facebook groups.] #walkbesideher #covid19

12.01.2022 The Combined Rotary Clubs of Macarthur are hosting a multi site dinner, Rotary Against Domestic Violence. Funds raised will go to our Camden Women's Shelter - so please invite your family and friends! The more awareness we raise, the more we can help break the cycles. The more funds we raise, the more lives of women and children we can support and change their future.... Tickets are $60 pp and need to be purchased based on the event location you wish to attend. Please see the flyer for more info, or contact us via our page and we would be happy to assist. Rotary Club of Macarthur Sunrise Inc. Rotary Club of Picton NSW Ingleburn Rotary Rotary Club of Camden Gregory Hills Next Gen Rotary

12.01.2022 Womens Community Shelters (WCS) is an Australian charity working directly with local communities to set up crisis accommodation shelters for women and children experiencing homelessness and domestic and family violence. We are proud to be in that team! Their ground-breaking funding model brings together business and corporate support, philanthropic investment, Commonwealth and NSW State Government funding and vital local community fundraising to support our head office (Hub) and shelters. The Hub is not funded by government. In this webinar, WCS CEO Annabelle Daniel OAM talks through the 2020 Annual Report with WCS Education Officer, Dannielle Miller.

12.01.2022 *TRIGGER WARNING* Our heart breaks at sadly, yet another estranged partner attack in SA ... probably the most difficult part to fathom is that "Neighbours say they heard screams for help throughout the night but, despite the cries, nobody called triple zero." The police WISHED someone had called. It could have saved her life. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or family violence contact 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 for further advice and support. If theres... an emergency, always call 000 - its better to be safe than sorry. If youre feeling alone, reach out. You ca receive support by contacting Lifeline on 13 11 14. Men who have anger, relationship or parenting issues, should contact the Mens Referral Service on 1300 766 491. How else you can help? Share our post. You never know which 1 in 10 friends on your list will NEED this information. Tax deductible donations can also be made at any time via Give Now: https://www.givenow.com.au/camdenwomensshelter

11.01.2022 * ISO AND DV - PLEASE SHARE! * Couldnt be happier to see this today. It was placed exactly as shown, as soon as we opened the Amazon order box. Who else has seen these flyers and if so, where did you find one? Dont forget you can make 100% tax deductible donations at anytime to help us build and maintain our Shelter!

11.01.2022 We are happy to hear about the Help Is Here campaign - that will be promoted on television, digital, social media, radio, in magazines and newspaper and in shopping centres, hospitals and GP surgeries. 1800-Respect has had an 11 per cent rise in the number of calls received in April compared to last year. If you need help, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit their website.... Assistance is also available from MensLine Australia and Relationships Australia. If you need support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 or Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800.

10.01.2022 Ask a friend #RUOK today ... and every day!

09.01.2022 Camden Council is celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD) 2021 with an International Women’s Day Gala evening to align with the IWD 2021 campaign theme #ChooseToChallenge and its missions. The evening will celebrate women’s achievements, especially local women, raise awareness of issues of women’s equality, and convey the message that we all have a role to play in accelerating the gender parity journey. All proceeds from ticket sales will go directly to our Shelter, so pl...ease join us for not only a wonderful evening but also a worthy cause! Grab your tickets now as seats are strictly limited! https://www.camdenwomensshelter.org.au//2021-camden-counc/

09.01.2022 Charmed and Dangerous: A Woman’s Guide to Reclaiming a Healthy Relationship, has been developed for women by women as a tool to break free of controlling, abusive or violent relationships and reclaim a healthy relationship. https://publications.legalaid.nsw.gov.au//Pu/Files/754.pdf We hope this sharing of information may assist you in your journey to achieving and maintaining a healthy relationship; a relationship based on trust, respect, positive communication, honesty and... balanced power. Domestic and Family violence is not just about the family; it is a social concern. As a result of inherent cultural and social beliefs millions of women globally from all socio-economic groups are abused and treated violently by men everyday. Family violence is not about a male partner being angry or losing it, it is a way for the abuser to have control over and dominate their partner and/or children.

08.01.2022 A key focus of the package will be women escaping violence. Funding will go towards the states 84 womens refuges, for additional staff, food vouchers or safe phones for victims. We look forward to the day our shelter provides relief for women and children in need!

08.01.2022 THANK YOU! We would like to thank the following businesses for their support at our High Tea for the room decorations! Please support the small businesses who lovingly supported us! A Touch Of Gems - hand poured candles with gemstones... Butterflies Florist Camden - balloon arrangements Sarah Jay & Co - flower arrangements W Events - flower arrangements See more

07.01.2022 We are just over the moon to announce that our very own Chair, Scott has been selected as an official TV Cast member for a ground-breaking TV show - Adventure All Stars!! As an official TV cast member, this international travel series will whisk him away to a secret location for 6-days of crazy adventure, with all the action captured by an award-winning film crew to be broadcast Nationally. As part of the pre-filming, Scott will be raising funds for Womens Community Shelters. Here is his official fundraising page: https://wcsfundraiser.raisely.com/scott-taylor supporting WCS supports Camden Womens Shelter! #adventureallstars #charitytv #bluewrenallstar

06.01.2022 For those who watch (or can’t turn away from) MAFS, there’s sadly a lot you can learn from seeing how relationships differ at the dinners to behind closed doors. Emotional abuse is real and coercive control of your friends and people around you is easier to spot when you know the signs..

05.01.2022 So happy to read this today!

05.01.2022 Join us! www.choresforacause.org.au Has your family / school / sporting club committed to joining us yet? Wed love to have your kids helping us sweep aside gender stereotypes, all while supporting our shelter network! Over the past 24 hours, the brilliant Sarrah Le Marquand introduced our Chores for a Cause program to Australia. Yesterday, we were featured as a Stellar Pick in Australias most read magazine sent to over million homes, and this morning we also featured on ...TODAY. #choresforacause

04.01.2022 Looking for a fun way to spend your Friday night? Jump on your device and join the Rotary Club of Gregory Hills for Virtual Trivia Night this Friday! It would be wonderful to see you online and there is no limit on attendees - invite your friends! Its only $20 to register and we are so grateful, all money raised will be donated to us! Please spread the word!

04.01.2022 We are looking for some local support for our IWD High Tea fundraiser on Monday 8th March! A local roving photographer/videographer who maybe interested in popping down for a few hours to capture the smiles and sea of support! We would also love flowers to grace our tables and greenery / decorations for the room (even if it’s just borrowed!) ... If you know a florist, prop expert or photo wiz we would love to chat! 100% of ticket proceeds are currently going towards operating costs for our new Shelter. Please email any questions or offers of assistance through to Mel Frank [email protected] THANK YOU!

04.01.2022 Its great to see Scott helping do his bit to support our greater cause!

03.01.2022 From the point of view of a man, who suffered immensely growing up, watching his Mum trying to shelter him from the DV and eventually losing her own life in the process. DV isnt a new problem, but back in the 70s no level wanted to deal with it. At least some small part of that [Government funded] money should go to womens refuges which are in huge demand but lacking in supply. Without them there are often no other places women and children can run to when they need to fle...e. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or family violence contact 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 for further advice and support. Dont go it alone. You can also reach out for help by contacting Lifeline on 13 11 14. Men who have anger, relationship or parenting issues, should contact the Mens Referral Service on 1300 766 491.

01.01.2022 A great interview with Annabelle, CEO of Womens Community Shelters and how COVID-19 is impacting Women in family and DV situations. https://www.facebook.com/iwakeupwithtoday/videos/233654854676585/