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Calls grow for long-term government funding as services overwhelmed in domestic and family violence surge
April 27, 2025
“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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Where do the major parties stand on supporting women in the Federal Election?
April 22, 2025
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
April 22, 2025
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
April 21, 2025
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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Rouse Hill secures funding for birthing suites – will Shellharbour be next?
April 7, 2025
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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Vinnie’s Van brings more support and warmth to Illawarra Women’s Health Centre
April 4, 2025
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
April 1, 2025
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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Illawarra Women’s Health Centre expands to Northern Site at UOW Innovation Campus
March 25, 2025
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
March 18, 2025
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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Easier access to pain relief for people living with endometriosis
March 18, 2025
The Illawarra Women’s Health Centre is hosting a morning tea on Friday, March 28 at 10am for women to learn more about endometriosis. Liz Depers, an endo warrior and advocate ...
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What the Abortion Law Reform Amendment Bill could mean for Illawarra women
March 13, 2025
Illawarra Women’s Health Centre believes all women have the right to free or low-cost, safe and non-judgmental abortion care
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How these women are using their experience with dementia to help others
March 10, 2025
The Weavers program at the Illawarra Women's Health Centre provides a much-needed support system for carers of people living with dementia, offering them guidance, empathy, and connection.
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