Aboriginal women heal Aboriginal women through their strength, their community and their knowledge of what works for them.  A dedicated space is key. 

Elizabeth Morgan House, in consultation with our community and partners, has designed a space for connection and the coming together of support services. 

The Hub will take provide a range of integrated and culturally appropriate programs, including:

·       Generalist case management, financial wellbeing sessions and programs to support people to attain a living wage before leaving the Hub.

·       Arts and crafts programs, cooking classes and community meals, facilitated personal history lessons and assistance with letter writing and communication with families.

·       Facilitated yarns led by Elders and respected community members, yarning circles and external practitioner-run classes.

·       Supporting people to connect with the NDIS

·       Various training programs and opportunities.

·       Specific times for LGBTIQ+BS people to come together as a group.

The Hub's model is based around the knowledge that Aboriginality is a strength. When we nurture and uphold that strength, it can be a protective factor against trauma.

The creation of the Hub will see the current facilities retrofitted to create versatile and flexible spaces, capable of meeting the diverse needs of the community.

A calming sensory garden will also be installed, featuring native plant species.

Update: With $200,000 in support from the Victorian Government’s Living Local Fund, the Hub reurbishment can commence, providing a safe place for women and children to gather and take part in self-determining programs to build their resilience and capabilities.

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