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24.01.2022 **Exciting new job opportunity** Please follow the link to apply through seek. https://email.s.seek.com.au//tATM9wwD02Ej3xlFfgpHVx2l_SC6e

23.01.2022 We are looking for Refuge Support Workers for the new Peel Therapeutic Refuge! Please click on the link below and apply via seek. https://www.seek.com.au/job/50668226

22.01.2022 We are so grateful to Laura for supporting OVIS during her ‘Walk of Freedom’. Thanks to your generosity, we can continue to make a difference in the lives of those that come to OVIS for help.

19.01.2022 Please join us tomorrow at 10am for the Silent March

19.01.2022 Art therapy is an important process of healing trauma. We currently need Adult colouring books. If you can help please PM us.

18.01.2022 Exciting news! OVIS EXTENDS ITS SAFE HAVEN FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN OVIS is delighted to announce that we have been appointed by the WA Government as operator of the new Peel Refuge, which will provide accommodation and therapeutic services for women and their children, impacted by family and domestic violence.... An integrated service will be provided for women with co-occurring health issues including harm resulting from alcohol and other drugs and mental health concerns. OVIS is partnering with Peel-based trauma specialist, Allambee Counselling, who will coordinate the therapeutic service. Other local health, wellbeing and cultural support services will be involved in the Peel Refuge as the program is established. OVIS will continue to operate Pat Thomas Refuge and deliver existing intervention, support and education programs.

18.01.2022 Well done Laura, Mark and Eden! You did it! Commencing on 9th October 2020, Laura and her family embarked on the very challenging 125km ‘Cape to Cape’ walk. This is an enormous achievement for anyone, but especially for a 6 year old. Well done Eden! Laura embarked on the symbolic ‘Walk of Freedom’ to celebrate her personal journey to a life free from violence and abuse. Laura, we are so proud of your courage to share your story and your journey. ... We are delighted Laura has selected OVIS as her cause of choice. Laura is inspired by our purpose to "Overcome Violence and Inspire Safety" and we are inspired by her story and her commitment to bring about change. Please donate to Laura's CrowdRaiser on GiveNow and share her story. https://www.givenow.com.au/crowdraiser//lauraswalkoffreedom Your support for Laura and your donation will make a difference.

17.01.2022 Today is #HumanRightsDay! OVIS CEO Dawn Smith was privileged to attend an afternoon tea hosted by the Governor at Government house for the #16DaysInWA. The afternoon tea was to thank sector representatives for their work in supporting women, children and families experiencing family and domestic violence. Speaking at the event the Governor said,... "It is fitting that this campaign started on 25 November the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and ends on 10 December, Human Rights Day. I want to acknowledge and express my appreciation for the extremely important work that your organisations do to support women and children in family and domestic violence situations. Your work is often life saving for these people and cannot be underestimated. As a community we still have a long way to go in changing societal attitudes towards women. It is encouraging to see campaigns such as 16 Days in WA and the excellent work that service organisations are doing in making a change in our community" #RespectStartsWithYou #StopTheViolence

17.01.2022 [ Human Rights Day + end of 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence ] Today is not only Human Rights Day but the end of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based violence. Focusing on the theme of 'Recover Better - Stand Up for Human Rights', Human Rights Day is an opportunity for us all to reflect on the importance of human rights in re-building the world we want, the need for global solidarity as well as our interconnectedness and shared humanity. Creating inclusive and safe communities that empower people to fulfil their full potential is at the heart of everything we do at OVIS. Together we can 'Stand Up for Human Rights' including the right to gender equality by calling out unacceptable behaviour and encouraging others to 'recover better'. Learn more here: https://www.un.org/en/observances/human-rights-day

16.01.2022 Could you help us make more impact? Email: [email protected]

16.01.2022 Allambee Counselling and Ovis Community Services welcome the Peel community to march with us to honor of all those who have lost their lives to family and domestic violence and to call for prevention, protection and support for those who survive. The event will commence with a community gathering at Mewburn Gardens with a select of guest speakers before a silent procession to Mandurah Performing Arts Centre to conclude the event. We hope to see you there!

15.01.2022 Please help spread the word.

14.01.2022 Today marks R U OK? Day and also World Suicide Prevention Day. This year has been tougher than any of us could have imagined. Today and everyday we encourage you to check in with those around you. 'R U OK?' could start a conversation which saves a life.... Help is available if you need it. If you need support, please don't hesitate to reach out - Lifeline - 13 11 14 Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 Crisis Care - 9223 1111

14.01.2022 Soroptimist International of Mandurah provides wonderful support to OVIS and our clients. We ask that you please support them by attending or sharing this event. All funds raised from this event goes back to helping assist and empower women and children, such as our clients. Thank you SI Mandurah, we can not wait, it sounds like a wonderful event!!

13.01.2022 OVIS congratulates Communicare Inc. on the relaunch of White Ribbon.

12.01.2022 OVIS Community Services extends our condolences to Angela’s family, friends and colleagues. Angela devoted so much of her life to fighting for the rights of women and children. The sector has experienced a great loss today.

12.01.2022 We are looking for a casual refuge worker. Must be able to do shift work which includes sleep shifts. Minimum of Diploma of Community Service or equivalent. Please email your CV and a cover letter explaining your interest and experience to [email protected]. Closes 4pm Monday 6 July 2020.

12.01.2022 Of the approximately 49,000 family violence cases that were triaged by police and specialist agencies last year, children were present for about 16,000 of them. Children who are exposed to family and domestic violence at home are more likely to experience learning difficulties, behavioural problems, bullying and homelessness. These are just some of the many costs of violence against women and their children.... We all have a role to play in ensuring all Western Australians are able to live free from violence. Join the 16 Days in WA campaign to find out how you can do your bit to stop gender-based violence: https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/ #16DaysinWA #StoptheViolence #RespectStartsWithYou

12.01.2022 Today is International Volunteer Day #IVD2020 This year's theme is #TogetherWeCan and we would like to take this opportunity to say 'thank you' to our volunteers, leaders and managers, hubs, resource centres, and volunteer involving organisations. Over the past year we have witnessed more resilience and strength from our community than ever before and we could not be more proud.

11.01.2022 16 Days in WA Stop Violence Against Women campaign begins today on the International Day of the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The theme for the 2020 campaign is ‘Respect starts with you’. Promoting equality and respectful relationships, violence-free spaces and safer communities is key to stopping violence against women.... Show your support and get involved, visit https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/ #16DaysinWA #StopTheViolence #RespectStartsWithYou OVIS is committed to a future where all people feel safe from violence and abuse.

10.01.2022 Homelessness Week 2nd-8th August 2020 OVIS will be attending Mandurah Foreshore Rotunda on Thu 6th and Mandurah Baptist Church on Fri 7th August We are seeking donations of blankets, sleeping bags, scarves and jumpers. If you can help please direct message us.

10.01.2022 Inspire Safety Be inspired to make the change or help someone seek support to break free from a life of violence and abuse. A young lady called Laura on her Walk of Freedom is inspiring people to create a life safe from violence. https://www.givenow.com.au/crowdraiser//lauraswalkoffreedom

08.01.2022 For more than 30 years we have been the primary provider of family and domestic violence services in the Peel region, initially as Pat Thomas House and more recently as OVIS Community Services. Our new name and brand, launched in February 2020, embodies our purpose and the value we provide to our clients and the community - to Overcome Violence and Inspire Safety. We strive to empower people to live safer lives by approaching family and domestic violence services from a holi...stic, person-centred perspective. Our accessible, relevant and empowering programs are delivered by compassionate professionals through four service pillars. These are: Crisis accommodation and support services, early intervention services, post-crisis support and community education programs. We are deeply connected to our community and collaborate with partners to sustainably provide programs that empower people to live a life free of violence and abuse See more

08.01.2022 When it opens its doors later this year, the Peel refuge will be Western Australia’s first therapeutic women’s refuge. It was great to view the fantastic prog...ress on the refuge and meet the newly appointed service provider on site with David Templeman MLA today. The refuge will use an innovative therapeutic model to provide coordinated and tailored services for victims of family and domestic violence who may have mental health concerns and/or harm from alcohol and other drugs. OVIS Community Services (formerly known as Pat Thomas House), which has been awarded the contract to operate the refuge, has a strong track record in delivering services for women and children. This impressive new refuge will provide vital specialist services to Western Australians escaping violence, so I look forward to it starting operations in the coming months.

08.01.2022 Congratulations to our CEO, Dawn Smith, on being elected to the board of the Centre for Women’s Safety and Well-Being (formerly the Women’s Council).

07.01.2022 With family and domestic violence in the news again today, I don’t know who needs to see this but help IS available.

07.01.2022 It was fantastic to visit the site of the Peel Therapeutic Women’s Refuge today with the Minister for Prevention of Family and Domestic Violence, Hon Simone McG...urk MLA. The McGowan Government has invested a total of $10.5 million into the Refuge and it will serve as a huge support for local women and children who may be in crisis situations. I am also particularly pleased that the tender to operate the service has been won by a local partnership, OVIS Community Services and Allambee Counselling. This was a major Election Commitment I made before the 2017 State Election and I am proud that it has been delivered.

05.01.2022 The announcement from the WA Government that the family violence legislation reform bill has finally been passed, is welcomed by all the OVIS team.

03.01.2022 Our Chairperson, Megan Mckrill and CEO, Dawn Smith had the pleasure of attending the ‘Stand Up, Speak Out and Act’ high tea today, hosted by Communicare Inc. and White Ribbon Australia. To find out more on this important campaign, take a look at the White Ribbon Australia Facebook page. Every person has a role to play in ending family and domestic violence.

03.01.2022 Overcome Violence Breaking free from domestic violence is not easy, but it is definitely worth the journey. Whether a domestic violence victim needs a safe place to stay or support on the journey to overcome violence, OVIS is here to empower people to be free from abuse. Follow Laura’s Walk of Freedom journey https://www.givenow.com.au/crowdraiser//lauraswalkoffreedom

03.01.2022 Today, two new offences take effect in Western Australia to protect victims of family and domestic violence. Research tells us that non-lethal strangulation is ...one of the strongest indicators of an increased risk of homicide. There are often no visible injuries, but it can still have severe medical consequences for the victim. To reflect the seriousness of this conduct, our new law against ‘suffocation and strangulation’ means it can be charged and prosecuted as a specific criminal offence. Persistent family violence is now also a criminal offence, recognising that physical and psychological abuse against a partner often forms a pattern of offending. It applies to an act of family violence against one victim on three or more occasions, over a 10-year period. These changes are part of the McGowan Government’s ongoing efforts to stop family and domestic violence in the community. They put WA at the forefront of criminalising this behaviour. By holding perpetrators to account, we can save lives.

03.01.2022 I can’t think of a better way to spend day two of our 16 Days in WA campaign than opening the McGowan Government’s new state-of-the-art women’s refuge in Peel. ... The opening of ‘Warlang Bidi’ (which means ‘healthy path’ in Noongar language) marks the delivery of an important commitment that we took to the 2017 election, and significantly increases capacity in the region to support women and children escaping family and domestic violence. It is also WA’s first therapeutic refuge, setting a new standard for refuges that enable women to live free from violence and have a place to call home. This means that, as well as accommodation, it will provide tailored specialist services to address any co-occurring needs that women may have, such as mental health concerns or harm from alcohol and other drugs. By holistically managing each person’s needs, and helping to build their capacity and resilience, the therapeutic model will help them to get their lives back on track after experiencing violence. The refuge will be delivered by experienced service provider OVIS Community Services in partnership with Allambee Counselling. I’m very proud to be opening WA’s first therapeutic refuge on time and during 16 Days in WA, which is also key to our efforts to address high rates of family and domestic violence in the community. #16DaysinWA #RespectStartsWithYou #StoptheViolence

02.01.2022 Please head over if you haven’t already and like our community page. OVIS in the Community

01.01.2022 This year OVIS has supported 240 children in crisis due to family and domestic violence. Every day we strive to provide the best support to the vulnerable children we help. Each year our community digs deep to help OVIS deliver support services and educational programs that change young people’s lives. Our recently launched Give Now campaign for children's services is linked with OVIS's premier annual fundraiser at The Cut. Find out more at https://bit.ly/3l2PgPV... Please Care. Give. Share. Thank you.

01.01.2022 Congratulations to Lucy Saw Centre on being awarded the contract to operate the new Kwinana Women’s Refuge. These 2 new refuges are vital to the work our sector does with women and children escaping family and domestic violence. OVIS is grateful to be given the opportunity to extend our safe haven for women and children so that we can continue working towards our vision of a world where all people feel safe from family and domestic violence and abuse. ... https://www.mediastatements.wa.gov.au//New-womens-refuge-o