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Who we are

Parramatta Women's Shelter

Established as not for profit organisation in 2019, and opening our doors on Christmas Eve in 2019,
Parramatta Women’s Shelter is a community led shelter that has assisted over 250 women and children
escaping domestic and family violence and homelessness.
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Our Purpose

Supporting new beginnings for women and children who need
a safe place to stay.

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Our Vision

 A future free from domestic and family violence, gender-based discrimination and homelessness.

OUR VALUES

Accountability

As a specialist service, we are committed to our clients, and to supporting change in their lives through a case management model, delivered by skilled staff. We are accountable to the families we support through the outcomes of our work, and are accountable to our community.

Care

We are generous and considerate, client centred and trauma informed. We understand the needs of others and walk together, alongside our clients towards reaching their goals.

Equity

We recognise that the injustice and violence experienced by our clients is the result of inequity, often including gender-based discrimination.

Inspiration

Our clients are our inspiration, particularly in their resilience and the change that our work supports in their lives. We work together to inspire change in our community.

Respect

We are supportive of our clients, staff, volunteers and community and celebrate their dignity and value.

Our Model

We work as the Parramatta branch of the Women’s Community Shelter (WCS) Network, utilising the Social Franchise model.