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Illawarra Women’s Health Centre prepares to offer medical abortion services as landmark NSW bill passes

Illawarra Women’s Health Centre prepares to offer medical abortion services as landmark NSW bill passes

The Illawarra Women’s Health Centre is now preparing to offer medical abortion services on-site following the bill’s passage. 
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What you need to know as NSW parliament prepares to vote on abortion law

What you need to know as NSW parliament prepares to vote on abortion law

“This isn't about conscience, it's about control. Removing this amendment from the bill simply perpetuates a deeply misogynistic culture that punishes women for making decisions about their own bodies.”
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Swimming lessons for women launch at Oak Flats pool

Swimming lessons for women launch at Oak Flats pool

The program offers a structured nine-week course in a supportive and welcoming environment, including swimming goggles and a swim hat.
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"We unequivocally support the call for more baseline funding for specialist domestic violence services."

Calls grow for long-term government funding as services overwhelmed in domestic and family violence surge

“Here at the Women’s Health Centre we’re seeing an increase of clients in crisis, and that crisis … is becoming more complex and intense,” Ms Stevenson said.
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How the major parties stack up on women's health policies in the 2025 federal election

Where do the major parties stand on supporting women in the Federal Election?

We’ve pulled together some key policies the major parties have promised to advantage women.
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War is the antithesis of the Easter Message

This opinion piece was written by Sally Stevenson – is the Executive Director Illawarra Women’s Health Centre and worked as humanitarian aid worker in Gaza in September and October 2024. ...
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“This is not a one-off story”: Dr Karen Williams speaks out on medical misogyny

Dr Karen Williams, head of programs at the Illawarra Women’s Health Centre’s major project the Illawarra Women’s Trauma Recovery Centre, expressed deep concern about the broader systemic issue.
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he new Rouse Hill Hospital gets $120 million birthing service. Why is Shellharbour still waiting?

Rouse Hill secures funding for birthing suites – will Shellharbour be next?

While the announcement is good news for North West Sydney, the Illawarra Women’s Health Centre wants a similar commitment to the women in Shellharbour. 
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The Vinnie's Van partners with the Illawarra Women's Health Centre in Warilla.

Vinnie’s Van brings more support and warmth to Illawarra Women’s Health Centre

The Vinnie's Van is at the Illawarra Women’s Health Centre at 3.30pm every Thursday
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Examples of everyday sexism in the Illawarra and how to address it

Examples of everyday sexism in the Illawarra and how to address it

Sexism in the Illawarra isn’t always loud. It’s not always a scandal, headline, or a hashtag. Often, it’s quieter - embedded in offhand comments, unequal opportunities, and assumptions so common ...
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The Illawarra Women’s Health Centre has a new Northern Site at UOW's Innovation Campus

Illawarra Women’s Health Centre expands to Northern Site at UOW Innovation Campus

The Centre is on the first floor of The Central (the building with Piccolo Me and the UniActive gym. 
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UN Report Exposes Gender-Based Violence Against Palestinian Women

The findings, outlined ahead of the monthly Illawarra Palestinian Women’s Breakfast, which will be held on Thursday, March 20 highlight the urgent need for international action to protect women’s health ...
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