Positive Relationships

Positive Relationships is an 8-week educational group run during school terms which explores all aspects of domestic and family violence. A safe place where women can learn about Power and Control, the Cycle of Violence and build their relationship skills and knowledge in a supportive and empowering environment. Limited child minding places available.
Positive Relationships will be running in Term 4 2025 on Thursday at the Women’s Centre in Corrimal Street and we are registering for the program now. Click on ‘Learn More’ below for the program flyer.
For more information or to register, contact us on 4228 1499 or email wi@womenillawarra.org.au

Me; Beyond DV

Me; Beyond DV is an 8-week program for women who have previously completed the Positive Relationships program.
Me: Beyond DV will be running in Term 1 2026 on Wednesday.
This program is for women who have experienced domestic violence and are on the path to healing and recovery.
The program takes a trauma informed approach to unpacking the complexities of abusive relationships and equips women with the skills and resources to move beyond their experience.
Limited child minding places available.
For more information or to register contact us on 4228 1499 or email wi@womenillawarra.org.au

Circle of Security

Circle of Security is an 6-week parenting program for women caring for children aged between 0 – 12 years. Run during school terms and designed to strengthen bonds, the program supports women to build healthy and secure relationships with the children in their care.  Limited child minding places available.
The next Circle of Security program will be held in Term 4 2025 at the Women’s Centre in Corrimal Street.
For more information or to register please contact us on 4228 1499 or email wi@womenillawarra.org.au

Craft Group

The Craft Group is an informal, relaxed and fun group where you can learn new arts and crafts. The Craft Group runs weekly on Mondays during school terms.

Morning tea and craft supplies will be provided.

No registration required as this is a drop-in group

The Women’s Patch

The Women’s Patch offers a beautiful space for learning and reflection, organic gardening, and community workshops. If you are looking for a space to spend time in nature, dapple in gardening, enjoy morning tea with other women, or just have a look around,  join us on Friday’s during school terms from 10-12pm.

Please bring closed toe shoes and a water bottle. Learn more about upcoming sessions by clicking the button below.

 This program is FREE of cost and no registration is required.

Please contact Women Illawarra at 4228 1499 or wi@womenillawarra.org.au  for more information.

Step & Connect

Join us each on the first Tuesday of the month at 1pm for a walk with the Women Illawarra community to meet, move, converse and connect. Each walk will have a feature a guest to speak on topics like AVO’s, Mental Health and Women’s Health.

Meet at Women Illawarra for a quick intro, then join us on a short or long course walk. At the end we will return to Women Illawarra where we can gather to share learnings and ask questions. Afternoon tea will be provided. Your presence, some walking shoes, hat and water are all that’s needed.

Please contact Lillian at Lillian@womenillawarra.org.au for information about upcoming programs

Shark Cage

The Shark Cage framework was developed by Ursula Benstead - a Psychologist and clinical supervisor with 25 years experience in complex trauma, family/domestic violence and sexual assault. The program is seeing success in Australia and overseas, with over 5000 professionals trained to deliver it.

SHARK CAGE is a human rights approach to empowerment and healing, designed to help women recognise their rights, rebuild self-worth, and develop strong boundaries in relationships.

Through engaging workshops and supportive group sessions, participants learn to identify unhealthy patterns in relationships, foster resilience and create a life free from abuse and control.

Take back your power and strengthen your own shark cage... because every woman deserves safety, respect, and freedom!

Spots are limited, register your interest to get on the list for the first available spot. email wi@womenillawarra.org.au or call 4228 1499.