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Interact Australia

Interact Australia is an innovative not-for-profit organisation that supports people with disabilities and their families in choosing and designing a life for themselves within their homes and communities.

Fortitude Valley QLD 4006

W interactaustralia.com.au

Intercept Youth and Family Service

Intercept is a not-for-profit community organisation that provides early intervention and prevention services for young people and their families in the Moreton Bay region.

Whether you are having trouble at school, coping with homelessness, living independently, want to access education options or deal with mental health or disability we are there for you.

Our teams cover family support, early intervention youth homelessness program, mental health outreach support, disability services, support services for young people in care, alternative education and training, and high school-based youth support.

Ipswich Assist

Ipswich Assist is the registered charity arm of Central Church Ipswich. We are a not-for profit welfare support organisation with a heart to serve the Ipswich community and provide relief to those that are struggling. Each week we help and support over 200 people that are experiencing an abundance of diverse situations whether it be homelessness, domestic violence, ana or critical financial; hardship

We aim to reduce the risks associated with, social isolation, financial stress neglect and abuse related distress and trauma.

Ipswich City Council

Local Government

Ipswich Community Youth Service Inc.

Ipswich Community Youth Service (ICYS), where we strive to provide vital services to young people in Ipswich and the surrounding communities. ICYS are dedicated to providing engaging experiences to the communities we work within, and as such are constantly providing a range of events and workshops, available to a broad range of audiences

Ipswich QLD 4305

T 07 3812 1050

E info@icys.org.au

W icys.org.au

Ipswich Flexible Learning Centre

Ipswich Flexible Learning Centre (IFLC) is an educational space that aims to respond to and support young people who experience complexities in their life as they choose to reengage in education. Initially IFLC was established as part of Edmund Rice Education, 'It's up to you' Outreach Program. This program offered opportunities to build trusting relationships and educational pathways for young people of Ipswich wanting to re-engage in flexible learning choices.

The start of 2012 saw IFLC moving to its current location at Milford place as an accredited school within Edmund Rice Education Australia, Youth+.

Since its inception IFLC has provided young people with a safe and supportive environment to re-engage in socially inclusive education. A commitment by young people and adults to the operation by principles of RESPECT, HONESTY, PARTICIPATION and SAFE and LEGAL, has created a holistic learning environment offering relevant and meaningful learning choices to young people.

Ipswich QLD 4305

W ereafsn.edu.au/ipswich-flc

Ipswich Hospital - Social Work Team

The Social Work team supports patients with discharge planning, that can include arranging for in-home services in community, support with accommodation, housing application, emergency accommodation, domestic violence, NDIS applications, Emergency Relief, Respite, ACAT referrals for permanent residentials aged care facilities and more.

Ipswich Hospital Foundation

The Ipswich Hospital Foundation is a trusted community partner supporting West Moreton Health to deliver safe, quality healthcare promoting community health and wellbeing.

We focus on engaging with our broad community to ensure we respond to the diverse growing needs of the West Moreton Region.

We do this by supporting four main pillars including local research and innovation, fundraising events, supporting partnerships and collaborations as well as contributing to the West Moreton Health organisational capacity.

Out vision is to establish a thriving community in which people experience the best possible health and wellbeing.

Ironbark Indigenous Support

Domestic and Family Violence Case management service for Indigenous families living in Darwin and Palmerston region.

Palmerston NT 0830

W ironbark.org.au

Ishar Multicultural Women's Health Services Inc

Our Mission is to provide inclusive, holistic and culturally sensitive services for women and their families promoting healthy communities.
Our Values :
- Celebrate diversity
- Work in partnership
- Encourage participation and the building of capacity
- Treat everyone with dignity and respect
- Work ethically and reflectively
- Support and nurture each other
- Value innovation, and
- Work with passion and dedication.

Mirrabooka WA 6061

W ishar.org.au

Islamic Women's Association of Australia

Founded in 1991, IWAA is a distinguished not-for-profit charitable organisation dedicated to serving communities in need. For over three decades, IWAA has been at the forefront of championing social justice, equality, and empowerment.

Through our diverse range of programs and initiatives, IWAA operates with a steadfast commitment to uplifting vulnerable individuals and marginalised groups.


IWAA is dedicated to serving communities through a diverse array of projects. IWAA has programs in Aged Care, Education and community development, settlements and refugees, NDIS, Salam Cottage Respite care and Salam Safe House DFV Womens Refuge. Salam Safe House, established in 2014, offers a safe haven for survivors of DFV from CALD backgrounds. This refuge not only provides shelter but also empowers survivors with resources and advocacy services to rebuild their lives with courage and resilience.

Springwood QLD 4127

W iwaa.org.au

Isolated Children's Parents' Association Collarenebri - Mungindi Branch

We advocate for equity to access for education for rural and remote children

Various locations around Australia

T 0418740725

W icpa.com.au

It's Not Ok Projects

It's Not Ok Projects is an international organisation that fights for human rights and better communities. Our projects exist to restore, educate, equip, and provide hope to the oppressed, the trafficked, the vulnerable, the impoverished, and the at-risk. Current projects include the She Rescue Home (located in Cambodia), Community Care and The Ivory Project. Through Community Care Brisbane, we provide practical assistance to members of the community, including support groups, educational courses, food relief and a community garden. The Ivory Project is an initiative that provides new mums in tough situations with hygiene and essential baby items.

It's the Little Things Community Ltd

It’s the Little Things Community is a charitable organisation that provides nutritious meals and acts of kindness to the vulnerable, displaced and disadvantaged in our community, including women escaping domestic violence, the homeless and those battling mental illness. In doing so, we also provide volunteers with an environment to improve their self-esteem, social interaction, and sense of purpose.

IUIH - Australian Nurse-Family Partnership Program - Goodna

The Australian Nurse-Family Partnership Program (ANFPP) is a nurse-led home visiting program that supports women pregnant with an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander child to improve their own health and the health of their baby.

Goodna QLD 4300

W iuih.org.au

IUIH - Australian Nurse-Family Partnership Program - South Brisbane

A program for first time mums or first opportunity to parent a aboriginal Torres Straight islander baby with education and support through pregnancy and up to bub is 2 years old.

Various locations around Australia

T 07 33738526

W anfpp.com.au

IUIH - Australian Nurse-Family Partnership Program - Strathpine

A home visiting service targeted at helping young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women who are pregnant with their first child walk the journey through motherhood.

Strathpine QLD 4500

W iuih.org.au

Ivanhoe Central School

The school plan is highly strategic, focusing on 3 key areas for improvement we have determined in consultation with our community. It demonstrates our alignment and commitment to excellence as part of public education in NSW to ensure a profound difference to the ongoing growth and development of our school.

Ivanhoe NSW 2878

W ivanhoe-c.schools.nsw.gov.au

Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation

Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC, Land Trust and Cultural Heritage Body holds native title, land, and cultural heritage rights and interests in trust on behalf of Eastern Kuku Yalanji Traditional Bama (people). EKY Bama are the Traditional Owners of the bubu (land) and jalun (sea) stretching along the east coast of Tropical North Queensland from the Mowbray Valley surrounding Port Douglas and the Annan River south of Cooktown.

Jabiru Community College

Jabiru Community Learning (Community Learning Ltd.) is an independent, non-government, flexible learning environment for young people in years 10, 11 and 12 who reside in Brisbane's Northern suburbs. Our young people are predominantly from disadvantaged backgrounds and experience a range of social barriers; including mental health & wellbeing issues that impact on their capacity to participate and engage in education.

Zillmere QLD 4034

W jcc.qld.edu.au

Jabiru Community Youth and Children's Service

Jabiru Community, Youth and Children’s Services Association Inc is a community-based not-for-profit organisation started by a group of mums who wanted something for their kids to do in Bracken Ridge area during the school holidays in 1986.

In 2012 we opened a fee-free college supporting 60 young people who need a flexible approach so they can complete their secondary school education. This work is vital for the wellbeing and prospects of some young people who need extra support to succeed.

Our work with disadvantaged families and young people shows us that communities are incredibly important. In all our work, including our outside school hours care services, we emphasise community and belonging.

Bracken Ridge QLD 4017

W jabiru.org.au/about-jabiru

Jacaranda Clubhouse

Jacaranda Clubhouse is an Empowering Daily Living Skills Program for adults experiencing mental health challenges in the Ipswich and West Moreton region.

Ipswich QLD 4305

W jacarandaclubhouse.com.au

Jacaranda Community Centre Inc.

Jacaranda is a not for profit Community organisations with a range of free programs to assist the local community. Classified as an ACCO with 70% Aboriginal Committee and over 51% Aboriginal staff . We run a Domestic Violence Financial Counselling Service and An Aboriginal specific Financial Counselling Outreach Service as well as 3 other financial counselling services. Our outreach extends to the refuges, office s at Armadale , Fremantle, Rockingham. WHFS, Emergency relief either through the ER worker as a one off or through case management if it is to be managed. We have Aboriginal family support and school inclusion program to support Aboriginal children to go to school and support their families. We also have fresh fruit , vegetables and bread on a tuesday. A back to school program with school back packs is available, Christmas hampers and toys. Computer classes, cooking classes, pottery classes, NAIDOC , blankets, Seniors week, disability week depend on the availability of funds.

Jacaranda Housing

We provide housing to people in housing stress and to those in the greatest of need in our community.

As one of Brisbane's most trusted housing providers, Jacaranda Housing works closely with tenants, members, local communities, human services support providers, charities and government to continue to provide safe, secure and affordable housing options for all Queenslander's.

Jack's Butterflies Ltd

Jack’s Butterflies’ range of services and assistance looks to not just assist rare disease children and their families with everyday challenges, but also to equip them with the support to extend their lives beyond the daily isolation and confines of hospitals, social services and their own homes. Our eventual goal is to provide a comprehensive network of services geared towards improving quality of lives and the relationships that surround them.

Jali Local Aboriginal Land Council

Jali Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC) aims to improve, protect and foster the best interests of all Aboriginal persons within the Council’s area and members of the Council.

We have a number of important programs and core areas of work including Social Housing, Agri-Business, Aged Care (Independent Living), Culture & Heritage and Indigenous Protected Areas (land acquisition, use and management).

Recently our community was affected by the floods which severely impacted Cabbage Tree Island, with residents displaced from their homes. We are working towards rebuilding the island so we can bring our community home.

Jalygurr Guwan Aboriginal Corporation

Jalygurr Guwan Aboriginal Corporation has been providing Long Day Care, Out of School Hours Care and Regional Children's Service Mobile Playgroup for over 30 years in Broome. We are committed to delivering high quality early childhood education that enhances the cultural, physical, social, emotional, language and learning development of the children utilizing our services.

Jannawi Family Centre

Jannawi is a specialist child protection service that works with families who have experienced or at risk of experiencing child abuse or neglect. We primarily work with women and children, although we have had some male clients. Our work centers around the most vulnerable experiencing domestic violence, child abuse and neglect. We support families in raising children free from abuse and trauma.
Our services offer therapy and caser management and support such as court support, housing, Centrelink, and parenting.

Summer Hill NSW 2130

T 029750 0500

W jannawi.org.au

Jenny's Place

Jenny's Place is a not-for-profit community-based service established in Newcastle in 1977.

We provide direct relief and support to women and children who are experiencing domestic violence and/or homelessness (or are at risk of homelessness).

Our passionate team is committed to keeping women and children in our community safe, housed and free from violence. We seek to empower women through honesty, transparency, equality, compassion and decency. We aim to help our clients break the cycle of violence and live secure lives.

Jenny’s Place offers a range of services to women and children. We operate Women and Children’s Crisis Refuge, Single Women’s Crisis Refuge, Supported Transitional Accommodation, Outreach Homelessness Support Program, and the Domestic Violence Resource Centre.

Jess Pugh MP - Mt Ommaney

State Member for Mount Ommaney (ALP)

Mount Ommaney QLD 4074

W jesspughmp.com.au

Jesuit Refugee Service

Jesuit Refugee Service works with people seeking asylum and migrants in vulnerable situations. We offer different services such as casework, emergency relief, employment assistance and material aid referrals. We have the finding safety program that specifically supports migrant women who have experienced or at risk of experiencing Gendered based violence. We have school and community engagement, including leadership programs that empower young refugees and people seeking asylum to advocate for their rights.

Jesus Is Lord Church Canberra Inc

I-Care is developing Jesus Is Lord Church Canberra (JILC) which is a community Christian church based and occupies a building in the Kaleen Plaza within the suburb of in Kaleen.

The aim of the Community Food Bank is to provide low cost or free food to those most in need. It will operate in conjunction with “Foodbank Australia” (the largest food relief organisation in Australia), and will be open to the public several days a week.

We will distribute, at low or no cost, food items to the homeless and the lower socio-economic demographic of Canberra, depending on particular individual circumstances. Items will be collected from the surplus of food suppliers, or from stock that is nearing the end of its recommended shelf life.


Kaleen ACT 2617

W jilcanberra.org.au

JET Australia Foundation Ltd

1. Community Language School

2. Cultural Classes

3. Humanitarian Support

4. Food Relief

5. Multicultural and Interfaith Events

6. Temple

Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029

W jaf.org.au

Jewish Russian Community Soup Kitchen Ltd. (Souper)


Souper Charity offers free, nutritional meals to lonely individuals, those affected by illness and people in difficult financial situations.

In 2018, Souper Kitchen opened its doors in the heart of St Kilda to provide free, home-style meals to people in need in Melbourne including Holocaust survivors, residents of public housing, victims of family violence, isolated community members, people who recently underwent hospitalisation, people living with disabilities, new migrants and those in challenging financial situations.

During the emergency crisis situations including the recent bushfires and the COVID-19 pandemic, Souper supported the community with regular deliveries of much-needed meals, pantry and grocery items as well as hygiene and household items.

Currently, over 1000 people receive regular support through our food security program, with new requests coming in weekly.

Caulfield North VIC 3161

T 1800613770

E info@souper.org.au

W souper.org.au

Johns River Public School

We are committed to ensuring a safe and happy environment for your child. We support your child’s health and safety through a range of strategies including behaviour code for students, anti-racism education, anti-bullying programs, conflict resolution and mediation training, peer support, road safety education, and the healthy school canteen.

Johns River NSW 2443

W johnsriver-p.schools.nsw.gov.au

Joondalup Family centre

We are a non-profit family centre located in Joondalup, we offer different classes for our locals, and work closely with the children health nurse, all starts autism and aboriginal families.

JSW Training and Community Services

JSW (Jobs South West Inc. ) is a community-based charity. Our services are available to people who are employed, people with disabilities, Aboriginal people, young people not engaged in employment, education or training and mature aged people who are under-employed, in the South West region of Western Australia.
As a Community Operated Registered Training Organisation we deliver nationally accredited training both on and off the job. We work with youth at risk between the ages of 13 - 18 years old providing support services and alternative education programs.

Manjimup WA 6258

T 08 9721 5033

E info@jsw.org.au

W jsw.org.au

Jubilee Community Care Inc

Jubilee provides aged care support and care to older Australians living in their own homes. This also includes respite care and activities held at our day centre.

Jubilee Housing Inc.

Jubilee Housing Inc is a community housing initiative of the Box Hill and NewHope Baptist churches and South Croydon Anglican church. We have been operating for over 30 years to provide affordable housing for people in our local communities who are unable to secure adequate housing from the private market.

Box Hill VIC 3128

W jubileehousing.org.au

Judge Rainbow Memorial Fund Inc

Rainbow Lodge assists men exiting custody. As a transitional house, we take men direct from custody and our program involves a three month residential stay, where clients are required to participate in our AOD program, consisting of counselling, NA meetings and other mandatory groups. Once clients complete their three month stay the hope is that we have been able to obtain housing for them in the community, where we support them as outreach clients for the next two years. When clients transition from onsite into the community, we assist them with obtaining essential items (white goods, cutlery etc) and this can be challenging.

Junaya Family Development services

Junaya Family Development Services (JFDS) is a non-government, community based organisation providing services for families within Blacktown LGA.

JFDS has a number of programs funded by Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) through the Targeted Early Intervention Program.

Our programs work with families to address some of the challenges that can make caring for kids and managing a family difficult. All of our programs aim to strengthen families with the skills, knowledge, resources and opportunities that help provide children and young people with safe and thriving environments where they can grow and develop to reach their potential.

Blacktown NSW 2148

T 0296213922

E info@junaya.org.au

W junaya.org.au/

Junction Support Services

Junction provides out of home care services for young people who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness, and are currently being managed by the child protection system.

Juno Services

Since 2002, Juno (formerly known as WISHIN) has been working with women and gender diverse people in Melbourne’s north who are experiencing homelessness or family violence.

Our primary role is to support and advocate for individual women and gender diverse people and their children. Our approach is non-judgemental, personalised and evidence-based to empower the people we work with to make lasting change in their lives. We use and develop progressive and creative responses to homelessness, gendered poverty and trauma.

Glenroy VIC 3046

W juno.org.au

Jupiter Mosman Housing Company Ltd

Provide immediate supported accommodation to men , women and children

Various locations around Australia

T 0747877173

E jupiterns@bigpond.com

W jupitermosman.com.au/

Just Home Margaret River Inc

Just Home Margaret River is a grassroots volunteer movement for housing justice in the Margaret River region. We are led by community members with current or previous experience of homelessness, in solidarity and partnership with community members concerned about injustice. Our goal is that everyone has access to appropriate, accessible, low cost, secure and sustainable housing or shelter.

Our vision is secure, stable shelter for all.

Our mission is to promote and facilitate appropriate secure and sustainable housing and shelter for people experiencing homelessness. We participate in advocacy and activism that promotes community health, care and wellbeing regarding housing related self-determination.
Just Home’s activities
Just Home has a 10-year Community Action Plan for Housing Justice, which includes the Housing Advocacy Project, A part-time Housing Advocacy Officer.

Margaret River WA 6285

W justhome.org

Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network

The Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network delivers health care to adults and young people in contact with the forensic mental health and criminal justice systems, across community, inpatient and custodial settings.

Matraville NSW 2036

W justicehealth.nsw.gov.au

K.I.D.S Foundation

Keeping children safe, creating a better life for those living with serious trauma, injury and burns.
Prevention programs educate & empower children to build a strong sense of identity and wellbeing so that they can keep themselves and others safe while allowing them to be kids. Educating children through the SeeMore Safety Program is our focus.

Recovery programs support children with horrific injuries & trauma caused by burns, accidents, dog attacks, crime, neglect, abuse & environmental events. We support young survivors, and their families to cope with physical and emotional after-effects of living with life-changing injuries. Programs include injury/trauma recovery camps, leadership workshops and the National Burn Survivors Network’.

Advocacy work gives children a voice & agency in their own learning. We empower them to build self-worth, wellbeing, respectful relationships, values & behaviours allowing them to become responsible risk takers and contributors to society.

Kairos Community College

Kairos Community College is an independent, non-government school for young people undertaking Years 10 - 12 who need a flexible and supportive approach to achieve their education and training aspirations.

Deception Bay QLD 4508

W kairoscc.org.au

Kalano Community Association

Kalano Community Association Inc. is an Aboriginal owned and controlled resource organisation providing Housing and Municipal Services, CDP, Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation, Aged Care, CHSP, NDIS Supports,Community Patrol, as well as commercial Agriculture and a range of other services to members of its Aboriginal Urban Living Areas and the Indigenous population of Katherine Northern Territory.

Katherine East NT 0850

T 0889722588

W kalano.org.au

Kalbarri District High School

We are a DET WA school in the Midwest Region. We are K-12 with 190 students.

Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School

KBCHS was opened in 2006 and proudly offers secondary courses from Years 7 to 10. The school prides itself on having over 900 students from a range of cultural backgrounds who all contribute to a vibrant and collaborative school culture.

Kallista Primary School

Primary School

Kallista VIC 3791

W kallistaps.vic.edu.au/

Kalwun Health Service

Kalwun Health Services is based at Miami Queensland, and assists with health services, community care, child and family support, and housing and cultural support for Indigenous peoples.

Miami QLD 4220

W kalwun.com.au

Kalwun Senior Services

Support for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander seniors over 45 years of age. We deliver home services and case management.

Various locations around Australia

T 0755229197

W kalwun.com.au/

Kalyan Youth Service Inc

Kalyan Youth Service provides crisis and transitional accommodation, and support to young people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the greater Mackay region.

We can provide shelter and the support you need to live comfortably, move into housing, and move on with your life.

Mackay QLD 4740

W kalyan.org.au

Kambu Health - Laidley

Kambu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health (Kambu Health) is a community controlled, not for profit charitable entity established to provide health and community services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in the Ipswich and West Moreton region, one of the fastest growing regions in Australia. The Family Wellbeing Service is a culturally safe, early intervention program offered to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families with an aim to build strong and resilient families through connectedness with community and enhancing the social and emotional wellbeing of vulnerable children and young people.

Laidley QLD 4341

T (07)54653541

W kambuhealth.com.au/

KAMS - Enhance Response Social and Emotional Wellbeing (ER SEWB)

The KAMS SEWB Team is supported by the Western Australian Country Health Service (WACHS) and the National Indigenous Australians Alliance (NIAA) to promote and support the social and emotional wellbeing of communities, and the capacity of the SEWB workforce, across the Kimberley.

KAMS - Kimberley Supports

Kimberley Supports is a network of Aboriginal led organisations working in collaboration to support Aboriginal people and families living with a disability in the Kimberley.

Kimberley Supports connect families to Early Childhood Supports (0-7 years) and assist Aboriginal people with disability (0 – 65 years) access and utilise the NDIS.

We employ local people in our community programs and are committed to the continuing development of an Aboriginal led NDIS workforce.

We advocate and adhere to cultural safety protocols and include strategies that support and maintain cultural accountability within Disability Service Provision in the Kimberley.

Kanyini Connections Ltd

Kanyini Connections Ltd is a charity dedicated to supporting some of the most vulnerable people in our communities. The main activity of the charity is operating Hoofbeats Sanctuary.

The sanctuary is a safe, restorative space – a counselling centre that brings people, animals and nature together to improve the emotional well-being of some of the most vulnerable members of our community - those living with mental health challenges resulting from complex trauma.

The sanctuary is a volunteer-based initiative with over 40 local volunteers who work extremely hard to keep the sanctuary running 365 days a year.

We offer a variety of individually tailored evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches including:
• equine therapy programs
• art therapy programs
• trauma-informed somatic movement programs
• mindfulness and mediation programs

We have a particular focus on supporting women and children who are survivors of physical and/or sexual abuse, as well as young veterans and first responders with PTSD.

We support the most vulnerable members of our community – those who fall through the gaps of welfare/healthcare systems – providing them with free equine-assisted therapy programs that they would otherwise not be able to access.

Karabar High School

NSW Government comprehensive high school for years 7-12 with 980 students

Karabar Housing Cooperative Ltd

Frontline social housing provider that provides low cost housing to people on low incomes and other vulnerable/marginalised people in the Queanbeyan region.

Queanbeyan NSW 2620

W karabarhousing.org

Karadi Aboriginal Corporation

Karadi is a place for Aboriginal men and women, their families and community members. It provides
community care services, a resource centre and works for the promotion and empowerment of Aboriginal
community and their families.

Karadi creates an environment that promotes growth and enhances our well-being through learning and
growing together at the grass roots level with the Community.

Goodwood TAS 7010

E info@karadi.org.au

W karadi.org.au

Karakan Ltd

Organisation providing lifestyle support to individuals who recognise that they have a Mental Health illness at their own homes or at residences operated by organisation

Underwood QLD 4119

W karakan.com.au

Kardinia Community Services

We are a small NFP working in Geelong, Ballarat and Warrnambool. We resource a variety of program that provide support to people facing economic hardship, homelessnes, who are migrants or refugees, who may be unemployed. We support all ages and stages.
We also offer food support services (limited), Christmas Food support, support to local schools for grounds renovations, playgroups and various emergency appeals.

Karijini Family Violence Prevention Service

Counsels and supports women children and men experiencing Domestic and Family Violence.

Karinya Young Womens Service Inc

Karinya Crisis Accommodation is the only provider of young women's crisis accommodation for young women 13-20 years old across northern Tasmania and works in partnership with a range of service providers across Tasmania dedicated to urgent, short-term housing. Our 24/7 crisis accommodation can support up to six young women simultaneously and offers an emergency couch for overnight stays. Additionally, we have a two-bedroom unit that can be used for extended crisis stays or when a young individual is preparing for greater independence and considering living on their own.
Karinya Young Mums (KYM) is committed to providing safe, supported and stable accommodation to Tasmania expectant mums and young families with children for up to two years. Knowing that baby's experiences for the first 1,000 days impacts on their health and wellbeing and developmental milestones, the program provides accommodation, case management, education and practical support with a focus on building better
long-term outcomes for children.
KYM Group participants are our young mums and dads and their babies/toddlers in the KYM Program. The group meets weekly and continues to focus on personal self-growth, intuitive awareness, and building overall life skills. KYM Group has continued to expand and explore additional activities and education based on building strong foundations with self, peers and community. Over the past 12 months, KYM Group has provided a wide range of activities and educational sessions with a variety of community groups and organisations.

Karinya Youth Transitional Tenancy (KYTT) Program is designed to meet the needs of young people (ages 16-24) who are at risk of or are currently experiencing homelessness. The goal is to deliver safe, affordable, and appropriate housing and provide young person-led intensive case management. The aim is to improve health and wellbeing and reconnect young people with education, training, employment and community.


South Launceston TAS 7249

E karinya@kyws.org.au

W kyws.org.au

Karitane

Founded in 1923, Karitane has been a pioneer in offering expert parental support, education and advice. Over 100 years, Karitane has become a recognised global leader in assisting parents and vulnerable families through the challenges of early childhood.

Karratha Primary School

Provides an education to students within Karratha for Kindergarten to Year 6, and a KindiLink program for 0-4 year olds, particularly catering for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families to develop a sense of belonging and relationship with the school. We also have an endorsed Education Support Program, which caters for students who have substantial special needs and require significant adjustments to the teaching and learning program.

Karratha Senior High School

Karratha Senior High School is a public school for students from Years 7 to 12. We pride ourselves on our quality academic, cultural and sporting performances. Our students are confident learners and leaders who understand commitment leads to success.

The school has developed a strong local reputation for over 50 years and this reputation continues to grow. We are producing responsible, engaged, compassionate young people who graduate to become contributing members of our society.

Karratha Senior High School educates students from across the Pilbara community with students from as far away as Point Samson, Dampier, Roebourne and Wickham.

The school works hard with individual students to achieve academic excellence. We also have talented and dedicated staff who lead the school in music, drama, art, sport and outdoor education. We are renowned for our excellent vocational education and training programs and for ensuring our graduates are career ready.

Karratha WA 6714

W karrathashs.wa.edu.au/

Katherine High School

Local High School with over 550 students, 72% of whom identify as Indigenous.

Katherine Isolated Children's Service Inc

Katherine Isolated Children's Service is a remote, mobile playgroup and parent information service operating in the greater Katherine NT region, visiting socially and geographically isolated children and families living on pastoral stations and in Indigenous communities.

Katherine South NT 0850

W kics.org.au

Katoomba High School

Katoomba High School is a public high school in the Blue Mountains. It is the feeder public high school for 7 primary schools. KHS has 900+ students in 2020 with 9% of families identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.

Katoomba NSW 2780

W katoomba-h.schools.nsw.gov.au

Katoomba Public School

We are a public primary school in the Blue Mountains that supports a wonderful and diverse community. Our families have a broad range of different social, economic and cultural support needs. Our school community is also very caring, inclusive and tolerant and we have an active parent body that seek ways to support each other.

Katoomba NSW 2780

W katoomba-p.schools.nsw.gov.au

Katungul Aboriginal Corporation Regional Health and Community Services

Katungul Aboriginal Corporation Regional Health and Community Services provides culturally appropriate health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities on the Far South Coast of NSW.

Our facilities include general practice and medical and dental clinics. Allied health programs are in place for eye health, otitis media and maternity care. There are many outreach programs available to serve the wider community.

We currently have three clinics; one in Batemans Bay, Narooma and Bega. We serve service communities from Eden to Batemans Bay.

Narooma NSW 2546

W katungul.com.au

Keeley's Cause

We provide iPads to children diagnosed with Autism or an intellectual disability of low socioeconomic families. In addition to this we also support the families behind the scenes with our Foodbank etc.

Various locations around Australia

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Kelso State School Community Hub

Community hubs are welcoming places where families experiencing vulnerability, particularly mothers with young children, come to connect, share, and learn. Hubs bridge the gap between migrants and the wider community, they connect women with schools, with each other, and with organisations that can provide health, education, and settlement support.

Kelso QLD 4815

T 0747896222

W communityhubs.org.au/

Kempsey Neighbourhood Centre

Provides information, referral, support, emergency relief and financial counselling services to the whole of the community with a focus on those experiencing disadvantage

Kempsey Shire Council

Kempsey Shire Council is one of 128 local councils across New South Wales. We provide a wide range of services and facilities to our local residents, businesses and visitors, including:

waste disposal and recycling
local roads, bridges and footpaths
water and sewerage
community services and facilities
public health, including inspections of food premises
planning, development and land use
playing fields, swimming pools, parks and playgrounds
library services
animal registration and control
environmental management, including pollution, pest and weed control
cemeteries
community events

West Kempsey NSW 2440

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Kenmore Scout Group

Formed in 1961, and since 1966 based at the Kenmore Scout Den, in a bushland setting just off Bielby Road at Chapel Hill in Brisbane's Western Suburbs.
Kenmore Scout Group includes a Joey Mob, Cub Pack, Scout Troop and Venturers. We are part of the Tyakunda Scouting District.

Kensington Neighbourhood House

Kensington Neighbourhood House (KNH) was established in 1975 as a place where people of all abilities, backgrounds and ages can participate in a range of inclusive social, educational and recreational programs.

We give people confidence to become active citizens, to support each other, alleviate social isolation, and to provide the opportunity for individual self-expression, social interaction and personal achievement.

Each year we welcome over 1,000 people through our doors. More than half of who were born overseas and are in receipt of government benefits.

KNH is a not for profit incorporated association governed by a voluntary Board of Management.

Kepnock State High School

Bundaberg

Bundaberg Central QLD 4670

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Kerang Neighbourhood House

Kerang Neighbourhood House is a Public Institution which has the charitable purpose of advancing social & public welfare and providing benevolent relief to members of the community who are in need, by:
Empowering the marginalised & vulnerable through participation in activities & education, regardless of cultural, socio-economic status or educational background.
b. Creating programs that respond to identified need, particularly for those who are ‘at risk’.
c. Providing education & programs for people from diverse backgrounds.
d. Promoting social inclusion to prevent & /or relieve social isolation.
e. Providing services with learning &development outcomes to enhance the opportunities of disadvantaged individuals & groups, including the long-term unemployed.
f. Alleviating hardship by operating a community Food Pantry & providing culturally appropriate food & care packages to those suffering financial distress.

Key Assets Victoria

Key Assets is a non-government, not-for-profit children’s services agency and part of the International Key Assets Group, providing services across Australia to children, young people and their families, with a particular focus on foster care and young people with a disability.

Key College - Redfern

Key College is a small school run by Youth off the Streets a not for profit charity. We support the students that have the highest needs, many are at risk of homelessness and in need of education and intensive support.

Redfern NSW 2016

W youthoffthestreets.com.au

Kiara College

Kiara College is an Independent public co-educational high day school, located in the Perth suburb of Kiara, Western Australia

Kiara WA 6054

W kiaracollege.wa.edu.au/

KICS Kinship and Foster Care Program

KICS Kinship Care Service works with children (0 to 18 years) who require a statutory out of home care placement and primary/respite Kinship Carers. KICS Kinship Support works collaboratively with the whole family including the parents and extended family to secure a stable and enduring kinship care placement while it is required.

Kids in Care ACT Inc

Our purpose is to advance social and public welfare by providing support to any at-risk children and those living in poverty without discrimination within the Australian Capital Territory (ACT).

We wish to further enhance the emotional, mental and physical well being of all children involved in the Child Protection system of the ACT.

The goal is to preserve the children’s social and environmental development.

Hume ACT 2620

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Killara Foundation - Geelong Indigenous Women's Hub

Killara's Indigenous Women's Hub links Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women into existing and emerging job opportunities and support these women in reconnecting with each other and Community. We provide outreach services, and assist with any needs/requests the ladies might have and get the help they need.

Kilsyth Primary School

Primary School

Kilsyth VIC 3137

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Kimberley Community Legal Services

KCLS is an independent, not-for-profit community legal service. We provide free legal, financial counselling and tenancy services to financially disadvantaged people in the Kimberley.
Alongside our legal services, we provide social work support for people living in public tenancy facing eviction, victims of family and domestic violence, and older people experiencing abuse or at risk of abuse.
KCLS is the largest remotely located civil law service in Australia, and 84 per cent of our clients are Aboriginal.
We operate across Western Australia's Kimberley region from our offices in Kununurra and Broome, servicing urban and remote towns and communities.

Kununurra WA 6743

T 1800797088

E office@kcls.org.au

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Kimberley Personnel Inc.

We provide Specialized Employment Services to people with Disabilities.

Various locations around Australia

E steve@kimberleypersonnel.org.au

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Kinchela Boys Home

Kinchela Boys Home Aboriginal Corporation (KBHAC) is a Stolen Generations Survivor Led organisation established by the survivors of Kinchela Boys Home (KBH) registered NDIS programs, Ability Links, Family Programs and community participation (men's and woman's groups) and more.

Waterloo NSW 1440

W kinchelaboyshome.org.au

Kind Sisters

Providing emergency relief and support services to humanitarian refugees and disadvantaged individuals and families suffering hardship. Services are designed to provide social services in the City of Stirling and surrounding areas in Perth, WA. Services include:
* Essentials Relief Box - non-perishable food items including personal hygiene products (soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, women’s hygiene, nappies) and everyday necessities (dishwashing liquid, clothes washing powder, tissues, toilet paper).
* Wrap around support - referrals for counselling, housing and fresh food emergency relief; assistance to access furniture, clothing and education; assistance accessing MyGov/Centrelink/Medicare and community legal services
* Partnering with English for Life Without Limits program supporting refugees to learn functional language skills and access services and material needs.
* Other support programs

Various locations around Australia

T 0401626250

E info@kindsisters.org.au

W kindsisters.org.au

King Edward Memorial Hospital - WA

King Edward Memorial Hospital for Women is a hospital located in Subiaco, Western Australia. It is Western Australia's largest maternity hospital and only referral centre for complex pregnancies. It provides pregnancy and neonatal care within the greater Perth Metropolitan area.

Subiaco WA 6008

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Kingston East Neighbourhood Group Inc.

A not for profit community centre which runs a range of services for community members and the disadvantaged.

Programs include Transitional Supported Housing, Family Support Program, Emergency Relief, Occasional Childcare, Communities for Children Family Support Program, Family HUB, Older Person's Action Program, Community Development, Children's Contact Service, Personal Counselling, HIPPY Program and a range of supported playgroups.

Slacks Creek QLD 4127

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Kingston State School

Kingston State School is situated in the heart of Logan City in the South East Region of Queensland with a student population of approximately 530 students from very diverse backgrounds. We are privileged to welcome a large number (approx.19%) of Indigenous students to our school. This is one of the largest percentages for state schools in the South East Region. We also welcome a significantly high number of students from the Pacific Islands. At Kingston State School we provide a culture that values and promotes learning and has high expectations for the success of all students. Our school uses collaboration and innovation to effectively provide high quality teaching and learning on a daily basis. We regularly celebrate the successes of our students and staff.

Our school caters for the whole child through academics, sporting opportunities and a whole school
social/emotional wellbeing program.

Kingston QLD 4114

W kingstonss.eq.edu.au

Kingsway Community Care Inc.

In a community where privilege often covers the reality of vast pain, Kingsway Care exists to serve the social, emotional, physical and spiritual needs of the Sutherland Shire and surrounding regions.
We offer crisis housing for homeless families, mentor young girls at risk of homelessness, mentor and support young kids who have faced trauma in their lives through camp and monthly club as well as serving the local community through a food pantry and monthly community dinners.

Kinship Connections Aboriginal Corporation

Kinship Connections walks alongside Aboriginal children, young people and their families to address issues that negatively impact their social and emotional wellbeing. Kinship Connections supports them to identify and engage with culture, family, community and Country to facilitate healing and achieve a strong sense of identity and belonging. Kinship Connections facilitates healing and growth for Aboriginal people (children, families and communities), particularly those who are or have been involved in, or connected with, the fostering and care systems. We do this by delivering a suite of interconnected programs. Our programs include the Family Carer Support Service for CPFS kinship carers, camps for First Nations children, Finding Families program (which) assists the Department of Communities to locate safe and secure family who have capacity and capability of caring for an Aboriginal child long term), and Who's My Mob (provides kids with an individualised family history book).

Kirinari Community Services Inc.

Disability organisation providing:
Accommodation
Short term respite
Support Coordination

Katoomba NSW 2780

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Kirinari Sylvania - AHL

Since 1973, we have been contributing to Indigenous Australians’ quality of life through the delivery of accommodation and support services across our national network of hostels.

Our national network of 47 accommodation facilities provide accommodation for Indigenous Australians who need to be away from home to access life-changing education, employment, health and other services.

Sylvania NSW 2224

W ahl.gov.au

Frequently asked questions

Dedicated support services

In addition to the search function above that allows you to identify relevant organisations near you, listed below are a range of organisations, services and government resources that may be able to help you.

Some of these organisations may not be registered with GIVIT. We’ve compiled the list below to ensure you get relevant and tailored support for your situation, regardless of whether that includes donated items and services through GIVIT.

You can use the search function above to check if an organisation listed below is registered with GIVIT.

If your life is in danger, call Triple Zero 000 for emergency assistance.

 

Disaster and emergency recovery

If a natural disaster or emergency event has impacted you, please visit your state or territory government’s disaster support page to see what assistance is available, including disaster payments, grants and financial aid.

Queensland Government

Victoria Government

New South Wales Government

Western Australia Government

South Australia Government

Northern Territory Government

Tasmania Government

Australian Capital Territory Government

You can also access information via national resources - National Emergency Management Authority and Services Australia.

 

Domestic and family violence

If your life is in danger, call Triple Zero 000 for emergency assistance.

If you have experienced or are at risk of family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault, contact the National Sexual Assault, Family & Domestic Violence Counselling Line on 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732). 1800 RESPECT is also contactable via text, online chat or video call and is available 24 hours.

 

Financial hardship

The National Debt Helpine provides free, independent and confidential financial counselling via phone or live chat, Monday to Friday. You can call them on 1800 007 007.

Mob Strong Debt Helpline is a free advice service about money matters for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. They can be contacted on 1800 808 488, Monday to Friday.

 

Homelessness

If you’re experiencing or at risk of homelessness, you can find homeless shelters near you by searching on the Ask Izzy website.

Your state or territory government can also help. Listed below are the options by state or territory.

Australian Capital Territory

New South Wales

Northern Territory

Queensland

South Australia

Tasmania

Victoria

Western Australia

 

Mental health, depression or anxiety

If you or someone else’s life is in danger, call Triple Zero 000.

You can access 24/7 crisis support by calling Lifeline on 13 11 14. You can also contact Lifeline via text or online chat.

You can talk to a counsellor 24/7 through Beyond Blue. You can also access brief counselling with Beyond Blue via online chat.

If you’re a young person aged 12-25, you can talk to a trained clinician, you can contact Headspace 7 days a week between 9am and 1pm by calling 1800 650 890 or via online chat.

 

First Nations Australians

If you’re a First Nations Australian and you are going through a tough time, you can call 13YARN (13 92 76) to talk with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander crisis supporter.

 

Children or young people experiencing hardship

Children and young people aged 5 – 25 can access support through Kids Helpline by calling 1800 55 1800 or through online chat 24/7.

 

People living with disability

The Disability Gateway is an Australian Government service to help people with disability, their family, friends and carers find the support they need. They can be contacted on 1800 643 787, Monday to Friday.

 

Refugees and asylum seekers

If you’re a refugee or asylum seeker and you need help, you can contact the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre on 03 9326 6066 Monday to Friday for support.

 

People struggling with addiction

The National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline is a 24/7 service that provides free and confidential advice about alcohol and other drugs. You can call them on 1800 250 015.

Alternatively, Alcohol & Drug Counselling Online offers 24/7 online chat counselling.

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