How to show self-compassion during times of shared grief
At the Illawarra Women’s Trauma Recovery Centre, we hold space for the emotional, physical and spiritual impacts of living in a world during times of global conflict. War and violence touch women’s lives in ways that echo through our bodies, families and communities. Even when we are far from the conflict, we may feel the […]
Why Domestic Violence Support Services Matter for Multicultural Women
For many women from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, reaching out for help after experiencing domestic or family violence can feel overwhelming. Language barriers, cultural expectations and fear of community judgement can all make that first step incredibly difficult. It’s something Mariette Mikhael understands well. As the Illawarra Women’s Trauma Recovery Centre’s multicultural domestic, family […]