A Lack of Options: Critical support for women with refugee and migrant backgrounds in the Riverina

This is a satellite event to the NCOSS Regional Forum - Wagga.

The NSW Council of Social Service with Linking Communities Network, is hosting an afternoon workshop to discuss the essential support needed for women with migrant and refugee backgrounds in the Riverina—especially those escaping domestic and family violence.

About the Event

This workshop is for community organisations, government agencies, local councils, and people with lived experience.

Domestic Violence NSW (DVNSW) will present their new report, Breaking Barriers: Critical support for temporary visa holders experiencing domestic and family violence in NSW. After that, we’ll hold a discussion about the challenges women with migrant and refugee backgrounds face and how to improve support in the Riverina.

Why Attend?

• Hear from experts – Learn about the latest findings on challenges and advocacy for women on temporary visas and local services supporting women with migrant and refugee backgrounds.
• Share your experiences – Join an open discussion and Q&A about on-the-ground issues and solutions.
• Connect with others – Meet people from different organisations and strengthen community support networks.

The event is free, and afternoon tea will be provided.

Please arrive at 3:30 pm for a 4:00 pm start.

NCOSS is committed to amplifying marginalised and historically excluded voices. If you or your organisation need financial assistance to attend, please get in touch.

For any questions, contact NCOSS Sector and Community Engagement Officer, Michelle Shackleton at michelle@ncoss.org.au.

About NCOSS

NCOSS is the peak body for the social services sector in NSW. With over 250 members and a wider network of organisations and individuals who share our values, we advocate to alleviate poverty and disadvantage in NSW. As the peak body for the social services sector, NCOSS is uniquely placed to provide a platform for sharing information and resources, developing agreed positions and seeking greater transparency and delivery on commitments from government.

Read more: https://www.ncoss.org.au/

About LCN

LCN is the lead agency for homelessness and domestic violence services in Griffith, Leeton, Narrandera, Hay, West Wyalong, Hillston, Lake Cargelligo and all areas in between and the agency that holds the Women’s Domestic and Family Violence Service in Wagga Wagga, Albury and Griffith. LCN’s vision is for all people to have access to safe, secure, affordable housing, live free from violence, have equal rights, opportunities for participation and the freedom to reach their potential.

Read more: https://lcn.org.au/