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Elderly homelessness in Australia: why are women at risk?

Research shows that 1 in 6 homeless people are aged 55 or older, while over the past decade the number of older homeless people increased by 49%. We examine the daily reality of being homeless, and why elderly women in particular are so at risk.

Taking the RuffTRACK: young people make connections in the outback

From Sydney to Gunnedah, Goondiwindi, Toowoomba, Moonie and Moree – RuffTRACK’s recent trip through regional NSW and Queensland helped at-risk teenagers make meaningful changes through physical activity and new experiences.

How Sarah found training, a job, and a new life

Despite living with autism, Sarah was desperate to work and be independent, but experienced dozens and dozens of rejections. She had almost given up hope when she learnt about Jigsaw – now there’s nothing stopping this young career woman!

Providence House: a shelter for asylum seekers fleeing domestic violence

Many women and children fleeing situations of domestic and family violence in their home countries have passed through the doors of Providence House. Here are two of their stories.

How one special person helped a single mum transform her life

Mum-of-four Nicole turned to the COACH Community Mentoring program to help her deal with grief, stress, financial issues and a drinking problem after a death in the family… and wound up making a friend for life.

September 2020 Community Grants announced

We’re so proud to announce the 24 incredible community projects to receive funding as part of our September 2020 grant round.
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