# Djirra > Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://djirra.org.au/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://djirra.org.au/news/) - [Strong, Safe, Together: Fund Djirra’s Aboriginal Women’s Centre](https://djirra.org.au/strong-safe-together-fund-djirras-aboriginal-womens-centre/): Djirra is calling on all major political parties to commit to fund Djirra’s Aboriginal Women’s Centre ahead of the Victorian election in November with the launch of its campaign Strong, Safe, Together. In Victoria, Aboriginal women are 45 times more likely to experience family violence. Family violence is also the central issue driving the removal - [Djirra calls for urgent investment as family violence against Aboriginal women rises](https://djirra.org.au/djirra-calls-for-urgent-investment-as-family-violence-against-aboriginal-women-rises/): Djirra is calling on governments to invest in its life saving and life changing services, following yesterday’s annual report from the Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commission which found that family violence against Aboriginal women and children is increasing. In its third report tabled in federal parliament, the Commission found that both the intimate partner - [Urgent passage of Stability Bill critical to keep Aboriginal children with their mums](https://djirra.org.au/urgent-passage-of-stability-bill-critical-to-keep-aboriginal-children-with-their-mums/): Next Tuesday 3 March 2026, the Children, Youth & Families (Stability) Bill 2025 (Vic) – the Stability Bill – will again be debated in Victoria’s Legislative Council. Djirra calls on the Victorian Government to pass the Stability Bill without further delay. The Stability Bill is a critical reform to address the significant over-representation of Aboriginal - [CEO Update: March 2026](https://djirra.org.au/ceo-update-march-2026/): Three months into 2026, the pace has not slowed. The calendar has been full. The conversations have been loud. The commitments have been repeated. 2026 has already been a year of action. Our staff came together for our first in-service, strengthening the work delivered every day alongside Aboriginal women. We have delivered 23 Koori Women’s - [Our self-determined leadership and knowledge is critical to ending violence against women](https://djirra.org.au/nit-opinion-piece-feb26/): In an opinion piece for National Indigenous Times, Djirra CEO Antoinette Braybrook AM and Dr Hannah McGlade have commented on the launch of 'Our Ways - Strong Ways - Our Voices: National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Plan to End Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence 2026-2036 '. The article highlights what is needed to truly end - [Victorian child protection failures](https://djirra.org.au/the-age-child-protection/): The child “protection” system in this state is NOT about protecting Aboriginal kids. We must stop our kids being ripped from their mum's arms. - [Missing and murdered First Nations women and children](https://djirra.org.au/missing-and-murdered-report/): Djirra responds to the report on Missing and murdered First Nations women and children - [Report: deaths in Victorian state care](https://djirra.org.au/report-deaths-in-victorian-state-care/): Statement by Djirra CEO Antoinette Braybrook AM: “We are DEVASTATED and HEARTBROKEN by data from the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing that 66 children have died in Victoria in state care over the last four years. There are NO WORDS strong enough to describe our horror in learning that in the last year alone 20 - [Djirra’s 2025 Federal Election Statement](https://djirra.org.au/2025-federal-election-statement/): Djirra congratulates the Labor Party on the Federal Election outcome and looks forward to continuing to work together to take meaningful action to end to violence against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children. The election results provide Djirra with a renewed sense of hope that the people of this country reject the politics - [State budget falls short for Aboriginal women experiencing family violence](https://djirra.org.au/2025-state-budget/): Djirra is appalled that the Victorian Government has not prioritised Aboriginal women and children’s safety from its $600 million budget surplus. This comes at a time when violence against Aboriginal women is occurring at epidemic levels. When will our lives matter? While we welcome the $22 million investment in the Aboriginal Self Determination Fund to - [Bridging now to next: what Reconciliation must really mean](https://djirra.org.au/bridging-now-to-next/): Year after year we cycle through dates that mark a moment in time to be remembered. Some of these dates and the events that accompany them, have brought and continue to bring hope, while others remind us of how far we still need to go. Every one of these days recall the slaughter and annihilation - [26 January: Djirra's offices are closed today](https://djirra.org.au/26-january-djirras-offices-are-closed-today/): On January 26 - Invasion Day - we honour all Aboriginal people as the Traditional Custodians of this land. We acknowledge the strength of our cultures, our survival and our enduring resilience. Today out of respect for Aboriginal staff, women and many others, Djirra’s offices will be closed. It is important for our people to take - [Response to Australian Institute of Criminology Statistical Bulletin](https://djirra.org.au/australian-institute-of-criminology-statistical-bulletin-2024/): Quotes attributable to Djirra CEO Antoinette Braybrook AM. - [End of Year Message from the CEO](https://djirra.org.au/end-of-year-message-from-the-ceo/): Reflecting on 2025 As this historic and deeply emotional year draws to a close, I want to honour the strength, courage and resilience of Aboriginal women, our mothers, aunties, sisters, daughters and grandmothers. Victoria has marked important milestones this year, including the commencement of the first statewide Treaty and a formal Apology from the Allan - [Djirra's 16 Days of ACTIVEism® Festival: register now!](https://djirra.org.au/djirras-16-days-of-activeism-festival-register-now/): Djirra’s ACTIVEism® Festival is happening again in 2025 Last year's event was a great success, and we're bringing it back - bigger and better - in 2025. The ACTIVEism® Festival is a welcoming and fun space for Aboriginal women and allies to come together to celebrate culture, strength and our proud ACTIVEism. There's a jam-packed - [Churchill Fellowship report by Antoinette Braybrook AM](https://djirra.org.au/churchill-fellowship-report-by-antoinette-braybrook-am/): Antoinette Braybrook’s Churchill Fellowship researched ways that First Nations peoples around the world have translated cultural wisdoms and practices into physical buildings and spaces, to promote collective identity and healing. Antoinette embarked on a study tour of Turtle Island (USA/Canada), Aotearoa New Zealand and Hawaii. She spoke with and learned from First Nations women who - [Message from the CEO - November 2025](https://djirra.org.au/message-from-the-ceo-november-2025/): Celebrating 23 years of standing strong It’s been a powerful and grounding time as Djirra celebrates 23 years of standing strong and walking beside Aboriginal women. When we first opened our doors in 2002, we were determined to build an organisation that would stand the test of time - one that would always keep Aboriginal - [Message from the CEO - September 25](https://djirra.org.au/message-from-the-ceo-september-25/): Quotes attributable to Djirra CEO Antoinette Braybrook AM. - [Antoinette Braybrook awarded Honorary Doctorate](https://djirra.org.au/antoinette-braybrook-awarded-honorary-doctorate/): Congratulations to our CEO Antoinette Braybrook AM, who received an Honorary Doctorate from Deakin University - [Antoinette Braybrook's Churchill Fellowship](https://djirra.org.au/churchill-fellowship/): Follow Djirra CEO Antoinette Braybrook AM as she undertakes the Churchill Fellowship study tour. - [Djirra’s Aboriginal Women’s Centre 20+ Year Vision](https://djirra.org.au/aboriginal-womens-centre-20-year-vision/): View our Aboriginal Women’s Centre 20+ Year Vision ## Pages - [Djirra](https://djirra.org.au/) - [Key Calls](https://djirra.org.au/about/key-calls/) - [Koori Women's Place](https://djirra.org.au/whatwedo/cultural-programs/koori-womens-place/) - [Our Work](https://djirra.org.au/about/our-work/) - [Young Luv](https://djirra.org.au/whatwedo/cultural-programs/young-luv/) - [What we do](https://djirra.org.au/whatwedo/) - [Dilly Bag](https://djirra.org.au/whatwedo/cultural-programs/dilly-bag/) - [Sisters Day Out](https://djirra.org.au/whatwedo/cultural-programs/sisters-day-out/) - [Legal Support](https://djirra.org.au/whatwedo/legal-support/) - [Individual Support Services](https://djirra.org.au/whatwedo/individual-support-services/) - [Get Support Now](https://djirra.org.au/get-support/) - [Feedback](https://djirra.org.au/feedback/) - [Cultural Training](https://djirra.org.au/whatwedo/cultural-training/) - [Leave a gift in your will](https://djirra.org.au/get-involved/leave-a-gift-in-your-will/) - [Contact Us](https://djirra.org.au/contact-us/) - [Resources](https://djirra.org.au/resources/) - [Fundraise for us](https://djirra.org.au/get-involved/fundraise/) - [Child Safety](https://djirra.org.au/child-safety/) - [Prevention & Cultural Programs](https://djirra.org.au/whatwedo/cultural-programs/) - [Terms and Conditions](https://djirra.org.au/terms-and-conditions/) - [Privacy Policy](https://djirra.org.au/privacy-policy/) - [Work With Us](https://djirra.org.au/work-with-us/) - [Partnerships](https://djirra.org.au/get-involved/partnerships/) - [Donate](https://djirra.org.au/get-involved/donate/) - [Advocacy](https://djirra.org.au/whatwedo/advocacy/) - [Our Impact](https://djirra.org.au/about/our-impact/) - [Our People](https://djirra.org.au/about/our-people/) - [Our Story](https://djirra.org.au/about/our-story/) - [Who we are](https://djirra.org.au/about/) - [Volunteer](https://djirra.org.au/get-involved/volunteer/) - [Aboriginal Women’s Centre](https://djirra.org.au/about/aboriginal-womens-centre/) - [Get Involved](https://djirra.org.au/get-involved/) - [Our Vision](https://djirra.org.au/about/our-vision/) - [Page not found](https://djirra.org.au/page-not-found/) - [Test](https://djirra.org.au/test/) - [Submissions](https://djirra.org.au/resources/submissions/) - [Reports](https://djirra.org.au/resources/reports/) - [Publications](https://djirra.org.au/resources/publications/) - [Media Releases](https://djirra.org.au/resources/media-releases/) - [Factsheets](https://djirra.org.au/resources/factsheets/) - [Campaign](https://djirra.org.au/resources/resources-2/) - [Media Releases](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/) ## Strategic Documents - [Key Advocacy Priorities](https://djirra.org.au/strategic-document/key-priorities/): This document outlines the key topics that Djirra is currently advocating for. For more information about our advocayc work, visit our Advocacy page. - [Strategic Plan 2023-28](https://djirra.org.au/strategic-document/strategic-plan-2023-28/): This document outlines Djirra's vision, purpose and values, as well as our strategic priorities for 2023-28. - [Djirra’s Aboriginal Women’s Centre 20+ Year Vision](https://djirra.org.au/strategic-document/djirras-aboriginal-womens-centre-20-year-vision/): This document outlines Djirra's vision for an Aboriginal Women's Centre in Victoria. The Centre will be grounded in culture and strength, where women can heal, access support, and thrive. ## Videos - [Sisters Day Out](https://djirra.org.au/video/sisters-day-out/): In 2016, Sisters Day Out faced funding uncertainty and a campaign was launched to Save Sisters Day Out. This extended video tells the story of Sisters Day Out and why it is so important for our women and our community. - [FVPLS Solutions to Addressing Family Violence](https://djirra.org.au/video/fvpls-solutions-to-addressing-family-violence/): In 2016, FVPLS Victoria launched our Solutions to Addressing Family Violence, calling for the support of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, who are the key to creating change. - [Djirra Hidden Figures](https://djirra.org.au/video/djirra-hidden-figures/): In tribute to NAIDOC2018 theme ‘Because of Her, We Can!’, Djirra’s ‘Hidden Figures’ brings to the fore the purpose, meaning and value of life of each and every Aboriginal woman - those in the spotlight and all those hidden in the shadows. - [Deadly Duos](https://djirra.org.au/video/deadly-duos/): In 2017, Djirra proudly launched a Victorian State Government-funded video which talks to our Koori youth about healthy relationships. Unhealthy behaviours can happen in any relationship and the important thing is to draw on the strength of your support network. This is Kiah’s story... ## Events - [Contemporary Aboriginal artwork canvas painting with Aimee McCartney](https://djirra.org.au/events/contemporary-aboriginal-artwork-canvas-painting-with-aimee-mccartney/): Join proud Taungurung, Wotjobaluk, Wemba Wemba, and Boon Wurrung artist Aimee McCartney for a hands-on painting workshop that explores storytelling through colour, symbolism and connection to Country. Aimee will share insights into Aboriginal art, culture and the meanings behind the symbols she uses before guiding participants to create their own contemporary artwork on canvas. No - [Women's Yarning Circle and Poetic Expression with MpathSoul](https://djirra.org.au/events/womens-yarning-circle-and-poetic-expression-with-mpathsoul/): Monica Jasmine McDonald also known as MpathSoul is a Gunai and Gunditjmara multi-disciplinary performing artist. Monica has spent the last 15 years performing her craft as a singer-songwriter, actress, and spoken-word poet, emerging director and MC in Naarm and across Australia. Monica's music is a blend of soulful folk and both her music and spoken-word - [Dilly Bag Weaving with Marbeangrook Designs](https://djirra.org.au/events/dilly-bag-weaving-with-marbeangrook-designs/): Join proud Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung women Kathryn and Jacqui Morris from Marbeangrook Designs who will be will be delivering a Dilly Bag workshop. A chance to learn different style of cultural weaving, perfect for beginners. During this workshop you will be guided on process of learning how to weave using traditional techniques mixed with contemporary materials - [Movement practice and sound with Lydia](https://djirra.org.au/events/movement-practice-and-sound-with-lydia/): Lydia is passionate about movement, yoga and wellbeing, creating accessible practices that help people step out of busy minds and reconnect with their bodies through breath and mindful movement. Join Lydia for a gentle movement and sound journey designed to restore balance and support wellbeing. Through yoga, deep stretches, breathwork and meditation, we’ll connect with - [Keyring/Bag Charms with Haus of Dizzy](https://djirra.org.au/events/keyring-bag-charms-with-haus-of-dizzy/): Join Wiradjuri designer Kristy Dickinson, for a fun and creative workshop where participants can colour, decorate and bedazzle to create their own unique keyring or bag charm. To avoid missing out, please make sure to register by emailing the Koori Women’s Place on kwp@djirra.org.au or calling 9244 3333 - [Lamp Making with Leanne Taylor and Aunty Marg](https://djirra.org.au/events/lamp-making-with-leanne-taylor-and-aunty-marg/): Join Leanne Taylor and Aunty Marg for a fun, hands-on lampshade making workshop. Get creative using a range of fabrics and materials to decorate your own unique lampshade, with Leanne and Aunty Marg guiding you through the process from start to finish. Whether you keep it simple or go bold with your design, this relaxed - [Pot Plants with Aunty Marg](https://djirra.org.au/events/pot-plants-with-aunty-marg/): Join Arrernte woman Aunty Marg Hampton for a hands-on plant care workshop and learn how to keep your plants happy and thriving. Aunty Marg will share her knowledge and practical tips for caring for a range of indoor and outdoor plants, including succulents and aqua plants. You’ll learn about watering, positioning, general plant maintenance and - [The Future Ancestor – Story Circle](https://djirra.org.au/events/the-future-ancestor-story-circle/): Join Mutti Mutti woman Annabelle Sharman, author, Spirit Weaver, holistic healer, mentor and social worker - for a gentle healing circle centred around connection, storytelling and wellbeing. Drawing on the healing wisdom and Earth Medicine shared in her book The Future Ancestor – A Journey to Oneness, Annabelle will guide women through a safe and - [Paint and High Tea with Melissa](https://djirra.org.au/events/paint-and-high-tea-with-melissa/): Come along for a deadly afternoon of creativity, culture, connection and yarns as we welcome Melissa a proud Yorta Yorta and Gunai Kurnai woman, to share her passion and love for art with us. Join us for a relaxed Paint & High Tea session where we can get creative, have a yarn and enjoy some - [Diabetes Yarning x Lovett & Co](https://djirra.org.au/events/diabetes-yarning-x-lovett-co/): Come along for a yarn with Wendy-Anne (Palawa) and Charlotte from Diabetes Victoria. We’ll yarn about the connections between food, culture and movement, learn how diabetes affects our bodies, and share simple ways to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, prevent complications and how to live well with diabetes. We’ll also talk about - [The Power of Breath with Megzy](https://djirra.org.au/events/the-power-of-breath-with-megzy/): Join passionate Warumungu/Yawuru woman, presenter, coach, breathwork facilitator Megzy for a gentle and grounding workshop exploring the connection between breath, body, mind and spirit. Through gentle movement, guided breathwork, meditation and sound, participants will be invited to slow down, reconnect with themselves and create space to pause and reset. The session will also include guided - [Creative wood burning - A two-part series with Jinibara Designs](https://djirra.org.au/events/creative-wood-burning-a-two-part-series-with-jinibara-designs/): Join Natashia from Jinibara Designs for a two-part creative wood burning workshop. Design and burn your own set of clapsticks and a small coolamon, using your own unique ideas or a special theme created by Natashia. Come together and connect and create beautiful pieces to take home and treasure. To avoid missing out, please make - [Cyanotype Printing with Peta Duncan](https://djirra.org.au/events/cyanotype-printing-with-peta-duncan-2/): In this hands-on creative workshop, participants will learn how to coat paper with light-sensitive chemicals, arrange and collage objects and imagery, and develop striking blue-and-white prints using sunlight or UV light. By the end of the session, participants will create their own unique cyanotype artworks to take home while gaining an understanding of how this - [Paper Photo Frames with Alena Landers](https://djirra.org.au/events/paper-photo-frames-with-alena-landers/): Join proud Djugun Noongar emerging multidisciplinary artist Alena Landers in this hands-on workshop, where you'll create a unique photo frame using handmade paper and collage. Working with colour, texture and recycled materials, Alena's practice explores identity, connection to Country and the stories discarded everyday materials can hold. Guided by Alena, you'll create a personalised frame - [Natural Collages with Emma Bamblett](https://djirra.org.au/events/natural-collages-with-emma-bamblett/): Emma Bamblett is proud to have connections to the Wemba Wemba, Gunditjmara, Ngadjonji and Taungurung people. Emma has found inspiration and motivation from the arts community in Melbourne and found purpose and meaning in her artwork which represents the stories and struggles for vulnerable children, youth and families. Join Emma and the team at KWP - [Chocolate Making with Loco for Cocoa](https://djirra.org.au/events/chocolate-making-with-loco-for-cocoa/): Teena Oudy is the founder and creative force behind Loco for Cocoa, a 100% Indigenous-owned and operated chocolate business based in Narrm (Melbourne). Passionate about celebrating Country through food, Teena loves incorporating Australia's incredible native ingredients into her handcrafted chocolate creations, showcasing Indigenous flavours in innovative and delicious ways. Her mission is to elevate chocolate - [Sisters Day Out - Shepparton](https://djirra.org.au/events/sisters-day-out-shepparton/): Sisters Day Out is a culturally safe workshop for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to come together for a day of connection, pampering, and wellbeing. On the day, you'll hear about Djirra's programs and services, meet our legal and case workers, and connect with other community services who can support you and your family. - [Koori Women's Place Virtual Sista Yarns](https://djirra.org.au/events/kwp-virtual-sista-yarns/): Grab a cuppa and join us for our monthly yarn with the Koori Women’s Place. Our Sista Yarns is a culturally safe space where Aboriginal women can come together for a yarn and laugh. Our space is for women to connect, support and uplift each other by sharing stories and knowledge and a chance to - [Body Balms with Wild Blak Arts](https://djirra.org.au/events/body-balms-with-wild-blak-arts/): Join proud Djaara (Dja Dja Wurrung) woman Cassie Fisher Patterson, artist, master weaver, bushtukka woman and cultural educator, for an online natural body balm workshop. Cassie will guide you through the simple process of creating your own medicinal body balm using native emu fat, beeswax and native plant oils. Learn how native scents and plants - [Jewellery Box Painting with KWP Art Circle](https://djirra.org.au/events/jewellery-box-painting-with-kwp-art-circle-2/): Join the Koori Women's Place team for a relaxed and creative jewellery box painting workshop filled with laughs, connection, and good yarns. Come together with other women at KWP to paint your own artwork in a welcoming and supportive space, no experience needed. All materials will be supplied, so you'll have everything you need to - [Native Bush Dye with Wild Blak Arts](https://djirra.org.au/events/native-bush-dye-with-wild-blak-arts/): Join proud Djaara (Dja Dja Wurrung) woman Cassie Fisher Patterson, artist, master weaver, bushtukka woman and cultural educator, for a hands-on workshop exploring the art of bush dyeing. Using native plants rich in natural tannins, participants will learn traditional dying techniques to create beautiful colours inspired by Country on linen and calico tote bags, as - [The Native Bushtukka with Wild Blak Arts](https://djirra.org.au/events/the-native-bushtukka-with-wild-blak-arts/): Join proud Djaara (Dja Dja Wurrung) woman Cassie Fisher Patterson, artist, master weaver, bushtukka woman and cultural educator, for a hands-on workshop exploring native plants, traditional knowledge and wellbeing. Learn about edible native plants and how they can be grown, harvested and used in everyday cooking, medicinal balms and traditional practices. Participants will get hands-on - [Sew a Table Runner with Leanne & Aunty Marg](https://djirra.org.au/events/sew-a-table-runner-with-leanne-aunty-marg/): Join Leanne Taylor and Aunty Marg for a creative sewing workshop where you'll design and create your own Aboriginal-inspired table runners. Participants will be learning sewing techniques to create a unique, functional table runner. This workshop offers a wonderful opportunity to connect, yarn, learn new skills, and express your creativity while celebrating culture through art - [Cyanotype Printing with Peta Duncan](https://djirra.org.au/events/cyanotype-printing-with-peta-duncan/): In this hands-on creative workshop, participants will learn how to coat paper with light-sensitive chemicals, arrange and collage objects and imagery, and develop striking blue-and-white prints using sunlight or UV light. By the end of the session, participants will create their own unique cyanotype artworks to take home while gaining an understanding of how this - [Marngrooks with Marbeangrook Designs](https://djirra.org.au/events/marngrooks-with-marbeangrook-designs/): Join proud Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung women Kathryn and Jacqui Morris from Marbeangrook Designs who will be will be delivering a mini marngrook workshop. A Gunditjmara word for ‘game ball’, Marngrook was traditional game played by Victoria’s First People. During this workshop you will be guided on process of sewing, stuffing and then walking away with your - [Marngrooks with Marbeangrook Designs](https://djirra.org.au/events/marngrooks-with-marbeangrook-designs-2/): Join proud Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung women Kathryn and Jacqui Morris from Marbeangrook Designs who will be will be delivering a mini marngrook workshop. A Gunditjmara word for ‘game ball’, Marngrook was traditional game played by Victoria’s First People. During this workshop you will be guided on process of sewing, stuffing and then walking away with your - [First Aid and CPR training](https://djirra.org.au/events/first-aid-and-cpr-training/): Join us for nationally recognised First Aid and CPR training, where you’ll learn practical skills to confidently respond in an emergency. The course covers CPR and first aid for situations including asthma, anaphylaxis, fractures and more. To participate, you’ll need a Unique Student Identifier (USI), 100 points of ID, and must be available to attend - [Football Painting with KWP Art Circle](https://djirra.org.au/events/football-painting-with-kwp-art-circle/): Spend Grand Final week with the deadly Koori Women’s Place team! Join us for a fun, creative workshop where you’ll paint and personalise your own footy, whether you rep your team colours, create a design inspired by culture, or come up with something completely your own. Come along, get creative, have a yarn with other - [Seed and Ripple: A three-part journey of reflection, connection & self-care](https://djirra.org.au/events/seed-and-ripple-a-three-part-journey-of-reflection-connection-self-care/): Join proud Narungga woman Shana Franklin, founder of Seed And Ripple, for a warm and reflective three-part series created for Aboriginal women to pause, yarn, connect and make space for themselves. Across three weeks, you’ll explore your strengths, values and aspirations, reflect on the stories you tell yourself, and discover practical ways to slow down, - [Macrame Plant Hangers](https://djirra.org.au/events/macrame-plant-hangers/): Join Terri McArdle for a hands-on macramé workshop where you’ll learn the basics of macramé and create your very own hanging pot plant holder. This relaxed and creative workshop is a great opportunity to try something new, connect with others and create something beautiful to take home. No previous experience is needed. KWP workshops are - [Native Plant Print Making with Wild Blak Arts](https://djirra.org.au/events/native-plant-print-making-with-wild-blak-arts/): Join proud Djaara (Dja Dja Wurrung) woman Cassie Fisher Patterson, artist, master weaver, bushtukka woman and cultural educator, for a hands-on workshop exploring native plant print making! Using native plants and handmade plant inks, participants will create delicate botanical prints and patterns on their bush-dyed tote bags, celebrating the unique colours, textures and gifts of - [Earring Making with Little Black Duck](https://djirra.org.au/events/earring-making-with-little-black-duck/): Join Wiradjuri woman and artist Ash from Little Black Duck to create a deadly pair of earrings. You’ll dive into your creativity and design your own one-of-a-kind earrings using custom shapes and artwork as your starting point. It’s all about expressing yourself, playing with colours and patterns, and walking away with something truly unique that - [Sisters Day Out - Warrnambool](https://djirra.org.au/events/sisters-day-out-warrnambool/): Sisters Day Out® is a culturally safe workshop for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to come together for a day of connection, pampering, and wellbeing. Enjoy cultural and wellness activities, and a space to yarn, learn, and feel supported. These workshops are held regularly in welcoming community settings, where all Aboriginal women are invited to join. - [Sister's Day Out - Robinvale](https://djirra.org.au/events/sisters-day-out-robinvale/): Sisters Day Out® is a culturally safe workshop for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to come together for a day of connection, pampering, and wellbeing. Enjoy cultural and wellness activities, and a space to yarn, learn, and feel supported. These workshops are held regularly in welcoming community settings, where all Aboriginal women are invited to join. - [Sister's Day Out - Echuca](https://djirra.org.au/events/sisters-day-out-echuca/): Sisters Day Out® is a culturally safe workshop for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to come together for a day of connection, pampering, and wellbeing. Enjoy cultural and wellness activities, and a space to yarn, learn, and feel supported. These workshops are held regularly in welcoming community settings, where all Aboriginal women are invited to join. - [Koori Women's Place Melton - Deadly Dough](https://djirra.org.au/events/koori-womens-place-melton-deadly-dough/): Part 1 – Create Come through and get your hands into something deadly. In this first session we will be mixing up our own beautiful dough using native flavours like wattleseed and lemon myrtle, bringing a little bit of culture into every piece. It’s all about slowing down, having a yarn and creating something meaningful - [Koori Women's Place Abbotsford - Possum skin burning](https://djirra.org.au/events/koori-womens-place-abbotsford-possum-skin-burning/): Emma Bamblett is proud to have connections to the Wemba Wemba, Gunditjmara, Ngadjonji and Taungurung people. Come and join Emma to learn the cultural practice and significance of the possum skin cloak. Participants will get to design your story/journey with a focus on connections to Country, land, family and Community. We will then burn the - [Sisters Day Out - Traralgon](https://djirra.org.au/events/sisters-day-out-traralgon/): Sisters Day Out® is a culturally safe workshop for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to come together for a day of connection, pampering, and wellbeing. Enjoy cultural and wellness activities, and a space to yarn, learn, and feel supported. These workshops are held regularly in welcoming community settings, where all Aboriginal women are invited - [Koori Women's Place Mildura - Silk Dyeing workshop series](https://djirra.org.au/events/koori-womens-place-silk-dyeing-workshop-series/): Join Mutthi Mutthi / Gunditjmara / Wamba Wamba artist Calinda Egan for a 6-week silk dyeing series. Explore a range of resist techniques including gutta, wax, and screen/stencil methods. Working across different fabric sizes, participants will learn the full process of resist design and dyeing — from initial concepts through to creating, setting, and finishing - [Healing Mats: Abbotsford - Friday 17th April](https://djirra.org.au/events/healing-mats-abbotsford-friday-17th-april/): Narnz is a proud Walbundja/Yuin Nation woman with Wiradjuri, Gunai Kurnai and Bundjalung connections. Weaving has been a powerful healer in her own life and she loves sharing this practice with others. Healing Mats with Narnz is all about slowing down, getting creative, having a yarn and discovering how weaving can support healing for the - [Flower Arrangements: Melton - Thursday 23rd April](https://djirra.org.au/events/flower-arrangements-melton-thursday-23rd-april/): Come down to our beautiful Koori Women’s Place and join Eb, a Wadawurrung woman, for a hands-on flower workshop. You will be taught some sustainable techniques to craft your very own gorgeous flower arrangements. With an array of native flowers, you will have a unique arrangement to take home! Register now: To avoid missing out, - [Healing Stones: Mildura - Wednesday 1st April](https://djirra.org.au/events/healing-stones-mildura-wednesday-1st-april/): Join proud Barkindji woman Elisha Mangal for a calm, grounding workshop focused on creating healing stones for yourself or someone special. Together, you’ll take time to connect and set intentions, painting each stone with a story or design that represents healing, strength, and protection. Stones can be kept close or gifted, offering comfort and care - [KWP Art Circle Bracelet Making- Monday 30th March- ONLINE](https://djirra.org.au/events/kwp-art-circle-bracelet-making-monday-30th-march-online/): Join the Koori Women’s Place team for a relaxed online workshop filled with laughs, connection and good yarns while creating your own beautiful bracelets. From the comfort of home, you’ll get creative and craft alongside other women, no experience needed — just come as you are. All materials will be supplied and posted to your - [Healing Mats- Friday 27th March- ONLINE](https://djirra.org.au/events/healing-mats/): Narnz, is a proud Walbundja/Yuin Nation woman with Wiradjuri, Gunai Kurnai and Bundjalung connections. Weaving has been a powerful healer in her own life and she loves sharing this practice with others. Healing Mats with Narnz is all about slowing down, getting creative, having a yarn and discovering how weaving can support healing for the - [Learn to Braid- Thursday 26th March- Melton](https://djirra.org.au/events/learn-to-braid/): Join proud Wiradjuri–Yuin, Dungatti, Thurawal and Ngunnawal woman Hope Quealey , an experienced braider with over six years specialising in braiding and more than a decade working in the hair and beauty industry. In this relaxed, hands-on workshop, participants will learn the foundations of braiding, pick up practical techniques and tips and build confidence creating - [Sisters Day Out - Wodonga](https://djirra.org.au/events/sisters-day-out-wodonga/): Sisters Day Out® is Djirra’s well-established wellbeing workshop that offers a space for Aboriginal women to come together to support each other, enjoy a little pampering, get information about rights and options, and engage with support services available. These workshops are held regularly in welcoming community settings, where all Aboriginal women are invited to join. - [Weaving With Aunty Patsy- Wednesday 25th March- Mildura](https://djirra.org.au/events/weaving-with-aunty-patsy-wednesday-25th-march-mildura/): Join proud Barkindji/Paakantyi woman Aunty Patsy Doolan for a gentle, hands-on weaving workshop. Together, we’ll slow down and learn the art of traditional weaving while sharing stories, culture and creativity in a relaxed and supportive space. Guided by Aunty Patsy, participants will explore techniques using natural fibres and create their own woven piece to take - [Koori Women's Place](https://djirra.org.au/events/weekly-repeat/): Djirra’s Koori Women’s Place (KWP) is a unique cultural program that provides a diverse range of supports. KWP takes place at our main office in Abbotsford, and at Djirra in the West in Melton. Aboriginal women can visit or call the KWP to: Join in cultural, wellbeing and social activities face to face or through - [Sisters Day Event](https://djirra.org.au/events/sisters-day-event/) - [Dilly Bag Repeater](https://djirra.org.au/events/dilly-bag-event/) ## Members - [Karen Bryant](https://djirra.org.au/members/karen-bryant/): Karen Bryant is a proud Gunditjmara woman, following her mother’s line. - [Antoinette Braybrook AM](https://djirra.org.au/members/antoinette-braybrook/): Antoinette Braybrook AM is an Aboriginal woman who was born in Victoria on Wurundjeri country. Antoinette's grandfather and mother’s line is through the Kuku Yalanji, North Queensland. For over two decades Antoinette has worked at the frontline of Aboriginal women’s safety as the CEO of Djirra, a position she has held since the service was established in 2002. - [Gail Crozier](https://djirra.org.au/members/gail-choolburra-crozier/): Gail is from the Ku Ku Yalanji nation, with kinship connection to the Pitta Pitta and Girramay people of North Queensland. Gail first grew up in Palm Island before moving to Townsville with her family, and then to Melbourne at the age of 17, where she has been living in Healesville for 40 years. Gail - [Kylie Belling](https://djirra.org.au/members/kylie-belling/): Kylie is a Yorta Yorta/Wiradjuri/ South Sea Islander woman born and raised on Kulin Country. She is a Victorian College of the Arts graduate, a qualified Secondary School Teacher and holds a Master of Public Health. She is currently conducting doctoral research on decolonising a Victorian First Peoples Theatre ecology. Kylie has been actively involved - [Marion Hansen](https://djirra.org.au/members/marion-hansen/): Marion is a proud Kamilaroi woman, born in Moree NSW. Marion has worked in various positions within the Aboriginal community for more than 40 years. In the early 1990s Marion was elected to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Commission (ATSIC), serving four terms, including two terms as Victorian Commissioner. As an ATSIC Victorian Commissioner, ## Reports - [Workplace Gender Equality Reports 2025-26](https://djirra.org.au/reports/workplace-gender-equality-reports-2025-26/): The Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) is an Australian Government statutory agency, established under the Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012. Under the Act, organisations have an obligation to improve and promote equality for women and men in the workplace. Djirra’s reports against six gender equity indicators for the 2025-26 program are available to download. WGEA Public - [Djirra's Aboriginal Women's Centre Prospectus](https://djirra.org.au/reports/djirras-aboriginal-womens-centre-prospectus/): Invest in change that is grounded in history, powered by culture and shaping the future. - [Antoinette Braybrook's Churchill Fellowship Report](https://djirra.org.au/reports/antoinette-braybrooks-churchill-fellowship-report/): Antoinette Braybrook’s Churchill Fellowship researched ways that First Nations peoples around the world have translated cultural wisdoms and practices into physical buildings and spaces, to promote collective identity and healing. - [Annual Report 2023-24](https://djirra.org.au/reports/annual-report-2023-24/) - [Annual Report 2024-25](https://djirra.org.au/reports/annual-report-2024-25/): Djirra's Annual Report provides an overeview of the organisation's impact, client stories and highlights of year. - [](https://djirra.org.au/reports/8352-2/) - [Annual Report 2022-23](https://djirra.org.au/reports/annual-report-2022-23/) - [Workplace Gender Equality Reports](https://djirra.org.au/reports/wgea-reports/): In 2024-25, Djirra was required for the first time to report to the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). This was due to Djirra's growth as an organisaton. Djirra’s reports against six gender equity indicators, lodged in June 2025, are available to download here. WGEA Public Report - Download (PDF) WGEA Employee Data Tables - Download - [Annual Report 2014-15](https://djirra.org.au/reports/annual-report-2014-15/) - [Annual Report 2013-14](https://djirra.org.au/reports/annual-report-2013-14/) - [Annual Report 2015-16](https://djirra.org.au/reports/annual-report-2015-16/) - [Annual Report 2016-17](https://djirra.org.au/reports/annual-report-2016-17/) - [Annual Report 2017-18](https://djirra.org.au/reports/annual-report-2017-18/) - [Annual Report 2018-19](https://djirra.org.au/reports/annual-report-2018-19/) - [Annual Report 2019-20](https://djirra.org.au/reports/annual-report-2019-2020/) - [Annual Report 2020-21](https://djirra.org.au/reports/annual-report-2020-21/) - [Annual Report 2021-22](https://djirra.org.au/reports/annual-report-2021-22/) ## Offices - [Mildura Office](https://djirra.org.au/offices/mildura-office/): 139-141 Langtree Avenue, Mildura VIC 3500 - [Abbotsford (Head Office)](https://djirra.org.au/offices/abbotsford-head-office/) - [Traralgon Office](https://djirra.org.au/offices/bairnsdale-office/) - [Warrnambool Office](https://djirra.org.au/offices/warrnambool-office/) - [Melton Office](https://djirra.org.au/offices/melton-office/) - [Shepparton Office](https://djirra.org.au/offices/shepparton-office/) - [Echuca Office](https://djirra.org.au/offices/echuca-office/) - [Bendigo Office](https://djirra.org.au/offices/bendigo-office/) ## Campaigns - [Calls for the National Summit on Women’s Safety 2021](https://djirra.org.au/campaigns/calls-for-the-national-summit-on-womens-safety-2021/): Our CEO is advocating for our key calls at the National Summit on Women's Safety. Join us in calling for a separate, dedicated National Plan to eliminate family violence against Aboriginal women and children. Aboriginal women must be visible and heard #wehavethesolutions. Download a full list of our calls here. - [Solutions to Family Violence - July 2016](https://djirra.org.au/campaigns/new-campaign-website/): In 2016, we launched our Solutions to Family Violence campaign calling on everyone to stand with us. Family violence is a national epidemic and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women are at the centre of this crisis. We must support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to break the cycle of disadvantage. No more silencing the violence! - [I AM NOT THE PROBLEM - October 2016 & 2017](https://djirra.org.au/campaigns/iamnottheproblem/): Each year we support the #16Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence ( 25 November - 10 December) calling on the community to stand with us and take action on violence against Aboriginal women and children. In the last couple of years, we ran our 'I AM NOT THE PROBLEM' campaign. Whenever Aboriginal women are spoken about ## Submissions - [Djirra's submission to the Inquiry into capturing data on family violence perpetrators in Victoria - June 2024](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/family-violence-perpetrator-data/): Djirra welcomes the Legislative Assembly Legal and Social Issues Committee’s Inquiry into how capturing data about perpetrators of family violence can support women and children’s safety. Our submission calls for urgent action based on our decades of experience on the frontline of Aboriginal women’s safety, including ensuring specialist family violence services have access to a - [Djirra's submission to ALRC Inquiry into Justice Responses to Sexual Violence - May 2024](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/alrc-inquiry-into-justice-responses-to-sexual-violence/): Djirra welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Law Reform Commission's (ALRC) Inquiry into Justice Responses to Sexual Violence. The justice system must change to become a safe and trusted option for Aboriginal women and children to be able to disclose and seek redress for sexual violence. Djirra urges the ALRC to recommend reforms - [Submission: A Victorian Government Gender Equality Strategy](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-a-victorian-government-gender-equality-strategy/): DOWNLOAD HERE - [Submission to the Productivity Commission - Access to Justice Arrangements November 2013](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-the-productivity-commission-access-to-justice-arrangements-november-2013/): DOWNLOAD HERE - [Submission to Senate Inquiry into Domestic Violence - July 2014](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-senate-inquiry-into-domestic-violence-july-2014/): DOWNLOAD HERE - [Submission to the Inquiry into the external oversight of Police corruption and misconduct in Victoria](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-tothe-inquiry-into-theexternal-oversight-of-police-corruption-and-misconduct-in-victoria/): DOWNLOAD HERE - [Open letter: Proposed Changes to Racial Vilification Laws Should Be Rejected](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/open-letter-proposed-changes-to-racial-vilification-laws-should-be-rejected/): DOWNLOAD HERE - [Djirra's submission to Yoorrook Inquiry: Land Injustice — December 2023](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/test-submission-2-2/): The Yoorrook Justice Commission (Yoorrook) presents a unique opportunity for Victoria’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community to speak truth to the continuing legacy and suffering imposed by more than 200 years of colonisation. Djirra welcomes the opportunity to contribute to Yoorrook’s Inquiry into Land Injustice (Land, Sky and Waters). We also welcome the themes - [Productivity Commission Review of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap Draft Report](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/productivity-commission-review-of-the-national-agreement-on-closing-the-gap-draft-report/): Djirra strongly agrees with the findings of the draft report that Australian governments have consistently failed to deliver on their commitment to overcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander inequality by closing the gap. The devastating outcome of the Voice to Parliament referendum means it is critical that the National Agreement targets be brought into sharp - [Submission to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Action Plan to End Violence against Women](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-the-yoorrook-justice-commission-on-the-systemic-injustice-in-the-criminal-justice-and-child-protection-systems-2/): Djirra welcomes the opportunity to make a submission on the National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022-2032 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Action Plan. As an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation specialising in supporting and empowering women who have experienced family violence, Djirra sees the intersecting ways vulnerable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander - [Submission to the Yoorrook Justice Commission on the Systemic Injustice in the Criminal Justice and Child Protection Systems](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-the-yoorrook-justice-commission-on-the-systemic-injustice-in-the-criminal-justice-and-child-protection-systems/): In March 2023, following Antoinette Braybrook's evidence in December 2022, Djirra provided a written submission to the Yoorrook Justice Commission's Inquiries on the Systemic Injustice in the Criminal Justice and Child Protection Systems. Djirra's submission outlines our experience as an ACCO specialising in supporting and empowering women who have experienced family violence. Djirra sees the - [Response to the Commonwealth Government’s Consultation Paper on Improving the Competency and Accountability of Family Report Writers - December 2021](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/response-to-the-commonwealth-governments-consultation-paper-on-improving-the-competency-and-accountability-of-family-report-writers-december-2021/): Djirra supported to the need to improve the quality of family reports being prepared for the Family Court. Djirra noted the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and ACCOs such as Djirra must be extensively consulted and funded to lead work on improvements that affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Djirra also noted the - [Djirra’s submission to the Senate Legal and Constitutional Affairs References Committee Inquiry into the Application of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in Australia - June 2022](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/djirras-submission-to-the-senate-legal-and-constitutional-affairs-references-committee-inquiry-into-the-application-of-the-united-nations-declaration-on-the-rights-of-indigenous-peoples-in-au/): Djirra calls on the government to fully implement the Declaration into Australian law and grant us our internationally-recognised human rights. The need is stronger than ever given the substantial failure of state, territory and federal governments to end the significant disadvantage inflicted on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by a country that has not - [Response to the Draft National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022-2032 – February 2022](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/response-to-the-draft-national-plan-to-end-violence-against-women-and-children-2022-2032-february-2022/): The Commonwealth Government released a draft plan intended to underpin work across organisations and governments to end the drivers of violence against women and children. Djirra’s response makes clear the draft plan fails to show a commitment to self-determination, and lacks clear targets and accountability for governments especially in areas they control like housing, social - [Submission to the Parliamentary Inquiry into Victoria’s Criminal Justice System – September 2021](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-the-parliamentary-inquiry-into-victorias-criminal-justice-system-september-2021/): On 3 June 2020 the Victorian Legislative Council agreed that the Legal and Social Issues Committee would conduct a Parliamentary Inquiry into Victoria’s Justice System. This Inquiry has broad scope to inquire into and report on a range of matters relating to Victoria’s criminal justice system. This includes an analysis of the factors influencing Victoria’s - [Submission on the Victorian Law Reform Commission’s Consultation Paper on Stalking – August 2021](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-on-the-victorian-law-reform-commissions-consultation-paper-on-stalking-august-2021/): The Victoria Law Reform Commission (‘the Commission’) was asked by Victoria’s Attorney-General to review Victoria’s responses to stalking, harassment and other similar behaviours. This includes how the Victorian Personal Safety Intervention Order (PSIO) system works. As part of this, the Commission ran a consultation process, which Djirra was invited to participate in. While Djirra is - [Submission to the Parliamentary Inquiry into Family, Domestic and Sexual Violence will inform the next National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children – July 2020](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-the-parliamentary-inquiry-into-family-domestic-and-sexual-violence-will-inform-the-next-national-plan-to-reduce-violence-against-women-and-their-children-july-2020/): On 4 June 2020, the House Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs adopted an inquiry into family, domestic and sexual violence. The inquiry was referred by the Minister for Women, Senator the Hon Marise Payne, and the Minister for Families and Social Services, Senator the Hon Anne Ruston.Through this inquiry the Committee will seek - [Submission to the Family Violence Reforms Implementation Monitor – July 2020](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-the-family-violence-reforms-implementation-monitor-july-2020/): The Family Violence Reform Implementation Monitor was established following the Royal Commission into Family Violence and independently monitors and reviews the Victorian Government and its agencies in delivering the state-wide family violence reform. The Monitor reports annually to Parliament and the community on the progress of the implementation of the reforms. Monitoring is now underway - [Submission to the Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System - July 2019](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-the-royal-commission-into-victorias-mental-health-system-july-2019/): The Royal Commission into Family Violence recognised that family violence is a key driver of poor mental health. Family violence not only has a devastating impact on the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women — it is a leading contributor to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child removal, homelessness, poverty, - [Submission in Response to Child Safe Standards Review - Djirra February 2019](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-in-response-to-child-safe-standards-review/): The child safe standards (standards) apply to all Victorian organisations that provide services or facilities for children or employ children or young people. The standards are a compulsory framework that support organisations to be safer for children. The standards require organisations to implement policies and procedures to make sure that the safety of children is - [National FVPLS Forum Submission to ALRC Family Law Review Discussion Paper - November 2018](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/the-national-family-violence-prevention-legal-services-forum-submission-to-the-australian-law-reform-commission/): In response to the ALRC Family Law Review Discussion Paper, the National FVPLS Forum urges the ALRC to maintain its commitment to break down barriers to access justice and safety for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and their children who have experienced family violence. This submission draws from the on-the-ground experience and perspectives of - [Joint Submission on Child Information Sharing Scheme Ministerial Guidelines - June 2018](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/child-information-sharing-submission/): Djirra’s contribution to this joint submission on the Child Information Sharing Scheme Ministerial Guidelines focuses on the responsibility of information sharing entities (as prescribed under the scheme) to ensure that their services are culturally safe and that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s views are always obtained and considered, where it is safe to do so. This is particularly important given that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people may hold greater levels of mistrust due to past government policies and current high rates of child removal and therefore may be less likely to engage with community services if information is likely to be shared without their consent. Recommendations in this submission include the importance of cultural awareness training for all practitioners and strong engagement and referral relationships with family violence specialist ACCOs such as Djirra to work with Aboriginal children and families where family violence is present or suspected. - [Joint Submission on Family Violence Information Sharing and Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Risk Management Framework - July 2018](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/maram-submission/): This joint submission by family violence specialist organisations across Victoria, including Djirra, responds to the guiding high-level policy framework of the new CRAF (or common risk assessment framework). Djirra advocates for a culturally safe and relevant model that helps practitioners assess and manage family violence risk for Aboriginal people in a safe and effective way – free from racial prejudice and subconscious bias. This will help ensure that Aboriginal victim/survivors of family violence, predominantly women and children, have access to early and effective support and protection while maintaining autonomy and choice over their lives. - [National FVPLS Forum Submission to ALRC Family Law Review Issues Paper - May 2018](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/national-fvpls-forum-submission-to-alrc-family-law-review-issues-paper-2-2/): Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children experiencing family violence face a range of unique, complex and compounding barriers to accessing support and justice through the family law system. This submission makes forty recommendations that aim towards creating a more culturally safe, trauma informed and family violence sensitive family law system. Key recommendations include - [Family Violence Protection Act Amendment Bill - February 2017](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/document-name-2-2/): Reforms to family violence law must be analysed with a cultural lens to understand the unique, disproportionate or adverse impacts upon Aboriginal victims/survivors, predominantly women and children, as one of the groups at greatest risk and disadvantage in the family violence system. This submission addresses the critical importance of Aboriginal victims/survivors of family violence having - [FVPLS Victoria submission to Royal Commission into Family Violence - July 2015](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/new-submission-2-2/): Reducing and eliminating family violence can only be achieved with genuine commitment to an informed, integrated and united government approach that recognises the over-representation of Aboriginal women and children among victims/survivors of family violence, and prioritises culturally safe and targeted approaches which address Aboriginal women and children’s unique needs, perspectives and barriers to getting assistance. - [Treasury Laws Amendment (National Housing and Homelessness Agreement) Bill 2017](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/treasury-laws-amendment-national-housing-and-homelessness-agreement-bill-2017-2/): There is a strong link between homelessness and experiences of family violence, with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women at disproportionately heightened risk. This submission discusses the importance of holistic and culturally safe service models like ours that include direct support for Aboriginal women and children to avoid homelessness as well as support to address - [Submission to the Senate Standing Committees on Community Affairs - Grandparents who take primary responsibility for raising their grandchildren](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-the-senate-standing-committees-on-community-affairs-grandparents-who-take-primary-responsibility-for-raising-their-grandchildren/): DOWNLOAD HERE - [Submission to the Victorian Government - Access to Justice Review](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-the-victorian-government-access-to-justice-review/): DOWNLOAD HERE - [Submission to Family Safety Victoria concerning: Family Violence Information Sharing Guidelines    ](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-tofamily-safety-victoria-concerning-family-violence-information-sharing-guidelines/): DOWNLOAD HERE - [Submission to the VLRC Inquiry into the Victims of Crime Assistance Act 1996    ](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-the-vlrc-inquiry-into-the-victims-of-crime-assistance-act-1996/): DOWNLOAD HERE - [Submission: Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse - November 2012](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-royal-commission-into-institutional-responses-to-child-sexual-abuse-november-2012/): DOWNLOAD HERE - [Joint Letter to Geoff Shaw MP Concerning the Protection of Children Bill 2014](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/joint-letter-to-geoff-shaw-mp-concerning-the-protection-of-children-bill-2014/): DOWNLOAD HERE - [Submission to the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse: Issues Paper 7 concerning Statutory Victims of Crime Compensation Schemes](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-the-royal-commission-into-institutional-responses-to-child-sexual-abuse-issues-paper-7-concerning-statutory-victims-of-crime-compensation-schemes/) - [Submission to the Senate Community Affairs References Committee - Out of Home Care](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-the-senate-community-affairs-references-committee-out-of-home-care/) - [The Coalition of Aboriginal Services' Submission to the RC into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/the-coalition-of-aboriginal-services-submission-to-the-rc-into-institutional-responses-to-child-sexual-abuse/): DOWNLOAD HERE - [Submission to Family Law Council reference on Families with Complex Needs and the Intersection of the Family Law and Child Protection Systems](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-family-law-council-reference-on-families-with-complex-needs-and-the-intersection-of-the-family-law-and-child-protection-systems/) - [Submission to the Inquiry Into the Children, Youth and Families Amendment (Restrictions on the Making of Protection Orders) Bill 2015](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/submission-to-the-inquiry-into-the-children-youth-and-families-amendment-restrictions-on-the-making-of-protection-orders-bill-2015/): DOWNLOAD HERE - [Submission to Victorian Law Reform Commission Review of the Adoption Act 1984 - September 2016](https://djirra.org.au/submissions/test/): DOWNLOAD HERE ## Media releases - [Statement by Djirra CEO, Antoinette Braybrook AM](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/statement-by-djirra-ceo-antoinette-braybrook-am/): Out of respect to the many millions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and others who were hurt and disappointed by the outcome of the referendum, Djirra has been observing a period of silence for mourning and reflection. We have been busy focussing inward, reaching out to Aboriginal women who rely on our services - [Djirra welcomes Yoorrook Report on Child Protection, Criminal Justice](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/djirra-welcomes-yoorrook-report-on-child-protection-criminal-justice/): Djirra welcomes the release of the Yoorrook Justice Commission report into Victoria’s Child Protection and Criminal Justice Systems and joins the Commissioners in requesting the immediate implementation of all 46 recommendations. “The recommendations in this report come directly from Aboriginal people in Victoria sharing their deepest and most personal stories. The Premier committed to an - [CEO Antoinette Braybrook made Member of the Order of Australia](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/ceo-antoinette-braybrook-made-member-of-the-order-of-australia/): Quote attributable to Marion Hansen Chairperson Djirra, on behalf of Djirra's Board “We’re delighted Antoinette’s outstanding Victorian, national, and international contribution to the prevention of family violence has been recognised with her appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia. This honour celebrates Antoinette's exceptional leadership as Djirra’s CEO and her many years as - [Aboriginal women invisible in State Budget](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/aboriginal-women-invisible-in-state-budget/): Djirra welcomes the significant investment in Aboriginal Affairs by the Victorian Government but is disappointed by the lack of visibility of, and investment into, Aboriginal women safety in the 2023 State Budget. “Right now, we are experiencing a 33 per cent increase in demand for our services from women and 38 per cent increase in - [National Plan- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women must lead development of dedicated plan to end violence against women and children.](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/national-plan-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-women-must-lead-development-of-dedicated-plan-to-end-violence-against-women-and-children/): Djirra welcomes the commitment to a dedicated plan to end violence against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women but cautions that such a plan must be self-determined, community-led and stand alone from the mainstream National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022–2032. Quotes by Antoinette Braybrook CEO Djirra “This could be the game-changer - [Ochre Ribbon Week 2022 – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women deserve better](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/ochre-ribbon-week-2022-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-women-deserve-better/): This Ochre Ribbon week, Djirra is calling on all governments to invest in self-determined, community-led solutions for and by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. Quotes attributable to Antoinette Braybrook, CEO of Djirra: “We are approaching Djirra’s 20-year anniversary and our 7th Ochre Ribbon Week, yet violence against First Nations women is still a national - [Joint Media Release from Djirra and Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service: It is time for a Victorian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/joint-media-release-from-djirra-and-victorian-aboriginal-legal-service-it-is-time-for-a-victorian-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-social-justice-commissioner/): We call on the Victorian Government to immediately establish an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner. The Commissioner must be sufficiently resourced and empowered to undertake an independent review into the implementation of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody recommendations. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the final report of - [Victorian Budget fails to deliver for Aboriginal women](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/victorian-budget-fails-to-deliver-for-aboriginal-women/): Victorian Budget fails to deliver for Aboriginal women Antoinette Braybrook, CEO Djirra today commented that the lack of investment in Djirra was extremely disappointing given the devastating impact that family has on Aboriginal women and children. “For too long Aboriginal community controlled legal services such as Djirra and the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service have had - [Statement on Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP)'s decision to not prosecute two police officers involved in the death of proud Yorta Yorta woman Tanya Day](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/statement-on-director-of-public-prosecutions-dpps-decision-to-not-prosecute-two-police-officers-involved-in-the-death-of-proud-yorta-yorta-woman-tanya-day/): “We were devastated to hear that the two police officers involved in the death in custody of proud Yorta Yorta woman Tanya Day will avoid prosecution. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has announced it will not prosecute the two police officers, despite the Coroner referring the police officers for criminal investigation, as she found - [Statement: Black deaths in custody](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/statement-black-deaths-in-custody/): We were devastated to hear about the passing of Stanley, a 19-year-old Aboriginal man who took his own life in custody in WA and our thoughts go to his family and loved ones. Since the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody handed down its findings almost 30 years ago, 438 of our people have - [Statement: Djirra is here for Aboriginal women as COVID-19 crisis deepens](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/statement-djirra-is-here-for-aboriginal-women-as-covid-19-crisis-deepens/): by Antoinette Gentile, Acting CEO, Djirra All of us are facing many challenges at the moment following the Premier’s announcement that the Melbourne Metropolitan area (and some surrounding areas) are again going into Stage 3 restrictions. Right now, our thoughts are with the many residents of the nine public housing towers (or flats as - [Statement: Djirra responds to the VAGO audit of Support and Safety Hubs (Orange Doors)](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/djirra-responds-to-the-vago-audit-of-support-and-safety-hubs-orange-doors/): Djirra welcomes the Victorian Auditor-General’s recommendation for Support and Safety Hubs (The Orange Door) to ‘work with local Aboriginal services and community representatives to roll out mandatory cultural safety training that is specific to hub functions and operations’ (recommendation 4 included in the Victorian Auditor-General’s Office report released on Wednesday 27 of May). The purpose - [Djirra welcomes Victorian Government’s support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children escaping Family Violence during coronavirus](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/djirra-welcomes-victorian-governments-support-for-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-women-and-children-escaping-family-violence-during-coronavirus/): Djirra CEO Antoinette Braybrook has welcomed the Victorian Government’s investment of $40.2 million in crisis accommodation and specialist services for people suffering or at risk of family violence. Enforced social isolation due to COVID-19 increases exposure to violence. Aboriginal women and children’s lives are at risk now more than ever. Importantly, the package also includes - [Funding cuts silence Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/funding-cuts-silence-aboriginal-women/): Djirra is a member of the National FVPLS Forum The Federal Government’s decision to cut funding to the National Family Violence Prevention and Legal Services Forum (National FVPLS) from June 30, 2020 will remove Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women’s voices from the national stage. The National FVPLS Forum is the only national peak body - [Voice and visibility for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women at Sydney Peace Prize](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/voice-and-visibility-for-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-women-at-sydney-peace-prize/): Antoinette Braybrook, Djirra CEO, shared the stage last night with Me Too Movement leaders Tarana Burke and Tracey Spicer AM at the annual Sydney Peace Prize Award Ceremony. “Me Too is a powerful thunderclap from women around the world against a particular form of injustice. But for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, Me Too - [150th Sisters Day Out – Djirra’s success story of bringing Aboriginal women together](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/150th-sisters-day-out-djirras-success-story-of-bringing-aboriginal-women-together/): Today Djirra held its 150th Sisters Day Out. Since 2007, almost 12,000 Aboriginal women have had the opportunity to attend Sisters Day Out workshops delivered by Djirra across Victoria. “Sisters Day Out celebrates the strength and resilience of Aboriginal women and our culture,” said Djirra’s Chief Executive Officer, Antoinette Braybrook. “For over a decade, the - [Elders revealed Possum Skin Cloak at intimate community event: sharing stories, finding solutions](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/elders-revealed-possum-skin-cloak/): Today at the Aboriginal Community Elders Services (ACES) in Brunswick East, a group of Elders and respected Aboriginal women revealed the Possum Skin Cloak they collaboratively made under the guidance of artist Maree Clarke. The women shared the physical, spiritual and emotional journey that brought the cloak into being. The event was the culmination of - [Djirra welcomes additional funding for its work with Aboriginal women](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/djirra-welcomes-additional-funding-for-its-work-with-aboriginal-women/): Today, Corrections Minister Ben Carroll announced additional funding for Djirra to expand its work with Aboriginal women who are at risk of imprisonment, in prison and released. On Thursday morning, Djirra welcomed Victorian Minister for Corrections the Hon. Ben Carroll’s announcement of $1.46 million in additional funding over four years which will support Djirra’s culturally - [National gathering with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities leading the discussion on our local solutions, our self-determination](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/2340-2/): Djirra and Dardi Munwurro are pleased to announce this gathering to be held in December 2020 in Melbourne: ‘Women’s Business, Men’s Business, Everyone’s Business, Our Cultural Way’. This national gathering is for our people to come and discuss solutions which work to address the most significant issues impacting us since colonisation. Too often we are - [Djirra commends decriminalisation of public drunkenness](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/djirra-commends-decriminalisation-of-public-drunkenness/): Antoinette Braybrook, CEO Djirra today commended the Victorian Government’s decision to decriminalise public drunkenness and to commit to a health alternative. “While we commend the historic decision by the Victorian Government to decriminalise public drunkenness, sadly it took Tanya Day’s Coronial Inquest and her family’s determination for this to happen. Aboriginal people have been fighting - [Discriminatory program making life harder for Aboriginal mums must be scrapped, UN told](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/discriminatory-program-making-life-harder-for-aboriginal-mums-must-be-scrapped-un-told/): With Human Rights Law Centre and National FVPLS Forum This week the United Nations heard a scathing statement about a discriminatory Federal Government parenting scheme that targets Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents and single mothers. In a joint statement with the Human Rights Law Centre, Antoinette Braybrook, CEO of Djirra, told the Human - [UN told family violence for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women a national crisis in Australia](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/un-told-family-violence-for-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-women-a-national-crisis-in-australia/): Antoinette Braybrook, CEO Djirra has told the United Nations Human Rights Council that family violence for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women is a national crisis in Australia. “Australia holds itself out as a diverse and thriving country committed to human rights and equality, but when it comes to violence against Aboriginal and Torres Strait - [UN told of discriminatory rates that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women are locked up](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/un-told-of-discriminatory-rates-that-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-women-are-locked-up/): With Human Rights Law Centre and National FVPLS Forum Overnight the United Nations Human Rights Council heard of the alarming rates at which Australian governments are imprisoning Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. In a joint statement with the Human Rights Law Centre, Antoinette Braybrook, CEO of Djirra, addressed the Human Rights Council in Geneva - [Djirra announces inaugural Djirra Keepers – a significant gathering of influential Aboriginal women](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/djirra-announces-inaugural-djirra-keepers-a-significant-gathering-of-influential-aboriginal-women/): Yesterday in Melbourne, Djirra has held the inaugural gathering of the Djirra Keepers hosted by Antoinette Braybrook, CEO, and supported by the senior Aboriginal women of Djirra. “Djirra Keepers celebrates the role of the special Aboriginal women who have been an important part of Djirra's journey and recognises their ongoing involvement into the future”, Ms - [Victorian Budget provides vital funding for family violence prevention service for Aboriginal women](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/victorian-budget-provides-vital-funding-for-family-violence-prevention-service-for-aboriginal-women/): Antoinette Braybrook, CEO Djirra, welcomed the Victorian Government for providing ongoing funding for a vital service which supports Aboriginal women in Victoria who are survivors of family violence and works to prevent family violence. “I am extremely pleased to see Djirra’s Koori Women’s Place given ongoing funding in today’s budget. The Victorian Government have provided - [Djirra expands its services for Aboriginal Women across Victoria with offices opening in Bendigo and the Latrobe Valley](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/djirra-expands-its-services-for-aboriginal-women-across-victoria-with-offices-opening-in-bendigo-and-the-latrobe-valley/): Djirra, an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation with specialist expertise in family violence, is about to officially launch two new office locations in Bendigo and the Latrobe Valley as part of its state-wide expansion. The offices will house Djirra’s Aboriginal Family Violence Legal Service program (AFVLS), teams of lawyers and paralegal support workers who will provide - [Aboriginal women’s voices still missing in ‘actions’ responding to Deaths in Custody Royal Commission recommendations](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/aboriginal-womens-voices-still-missing-in-actions-responding-to-deaths-in-custody-royal-commission-recommendations/): Djirra calls on all levels of government to take urgent and dedicated action to prevent Aboriginal women entering prison, in response to the report released by the Minister for Indigenous Affairs Nigel Scullion on Wednesday into the implementation of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody recommendations. “The Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in - [Increased funding to help Aboriginal families in the child protection system](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/increased-funding-to-help-aboriginal-families-in-the-child-protection-system/): Victoria Legal Aid (VLA) is pleased to provide additional funding to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families in the child protection system more easily access culturally safe and appropriate legal services. Three-year funding agreements have been signed with the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service (VALS) and Djirra to enable them to employ and support additional - [DJIRRA launches Hidden Figures campaign](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/djirra-launches-hidden-figures-campaign/): DJIRRA to launch Hidden Figures campaign in celebration of 2018 NAIDOC theme Because of Her, We Can. Tomorrow, DJIRRA will launch a new campaign, Hidden Figures. Hidden Figures brings to the fore the purpose, meaning and value of the life of each and every Aboriginal woman - those in the spotlight and all those hidden - [Sisters Day Out comes to Mildura](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/sisters-day-out-comes-to-mildura/): Djirra (formerly the Aboriginal Family Violence Prevention and Legal Service Victoria) is hosting a Sisters Day Out® Workshop for the Aboriginal women of Mildura and surrounding areas this Tuesday 29 May. The Sisters Day Out workshop is a day that celebrates Aboriginal culture and brings Aboriginal women within the community together for a day of - [Record Investment into Aboriginal Affairs but long-term focus on Aboriginal victims/survivors of family violence still needed](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/record-investment-into-aboriginal-affairs-but-long-term-focus-on-aboriginal-victims-survivors-of-family-violence-still-needed/): Today’s Victorian Budget contains welcome investment into Aboriginal self-determination and ongoing support to address and prevent family violence. ‘After last year’s unprecedented $1.9billion investment in addressing and preventing family violence, we are pleased to see sustained investment in this critical area going forward. However we must remember that when it comes to family violence there - [Aboriginal women’s advocate Antoinette Braybrook recognised as inaugural international gender justice champion – 9 December 2017](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/aboriginal-womens-advocate-antoinette-braybrook-recognised-as-inaugural-international-gender-justice-champion-9-december-2017/): FVPLS Victoria CEO Antoinette Braybrook has been recognised as an inaugural international gender justice champion for her tireless work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women who are victims/survivors of family violence. The honour, announced in New York today by Women’s Initiatives for Gender Justice, is in recognition of Ms Braybrook’s lifelong advocacy ensuring the experiences of Aboriginal - [Major child protection services review highlights need to better support Aboriginal women and children – 6 September 2017](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/major-child-protection-services-review-highlights-need-to-better-support-aboriginal-women-and-children-6-september-2017/): Victoria Legal Aid (VLA) has today released a review of its Child Protection Program which highlights the crucial role Aboriginal Community Controlled legal assistance services, like Aboriginal Family Violence Prevention and Legal Service Victoria (‘FVPLS Victoria’), play in supporting Aboriginal women experiencing family violence to access justice and maintain the safe and ongoing care of their children. - [FVPLS Victoria’s Blak On Repeat Free Clothing Market – 29 August 2017](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/fvpls-victorias-blak-on-repeat-free-clothing-market-29-august-2017/): The Aboriginal Family Violence Prevention and Legal Service Victoria (FVPLS Victoria) is hosting the Blak On Repeat Free Clothing Market for Aboriginal women on Friday 1 September 2017 at Djirra Women’s Place in Abbotsford. The Blak On Repeat Free Clothing Market comes after the successful completion of the 5 Week #BlakOnRepeat Wardrobe Challenge. The Challenge was devised by - [Appointment of Victoria’s second Aboriginal female magistrate an important step towards equality – 25 July 2017](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/appointment-of-victorias-second-aboriginal-female-magistrate-an-important-step-towards-equality-25-july-2017/): Today’s appointment of the second Aboriginal woman to the Bench in Victoria is an important step towards equality, according to the state’s leading organisation for preventing family violence against Aboriginal women. “We welcome Ms Burchill’s appointment today as a Magistrate of Victoria. This is a vital step towards recognising Aboriginal’s women’s voices, leadership and experiences with the - [FVPLS Victoria announces ‘Djirra Women’s Place’ – 4 July 2017](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/fvpls-victoria-announces-djirra-womens-place-4-july-2017/): The Aboriginal Family Violence and Prevention Legal Service Victoria (FVPLS Victoria) today announced the name of their Koori women’s place as Djirra. The announcement coincides with NAIDOC Week, with its 2017 theme focusing on ‘Our Languages Matter’. “Today is a landmark for our organisation, a step towards our longheld vision to create a one-of-a-kind community place for Koori - [FVPLS Victoria launch Deadly Duos social media campaign for Koori youth – 5 June 2017](https://djirra.org.au/media-release/fvpls-victoria-launch-deadly-duos-social-media-campaign-for-koori-youth-5-june-2017/): On 22 May, Aboriginal Family Violence Prevention & Legal Service Victoria (FVPLS Victoria) launched a social media campaign for Victorian Aboriginal youth aged 13-21 years, as part of a primary prevention strategy to end family violence. The campaign's purpose is to promote healthy relationships to young people, enabling them to reflect on their own behaviours and to identify ## Publications - [Our milestones... Journey to Djirra](https://djirra.org.au/publication/our-milestones-journey-to-djirra/): After 15 years working with and supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples experiencing family violence, we are taking a new exciting path in our journey - We are now Djirra! - [Young Luv Evaluation Report](https://djirra.org.au/publication/young-luv-evaluation-report/): In October 2016, Djirra (then FVPLS Victoria) received a grant from VicHealth to conduct a formal evaluation of Young Luv®, a primary prevention of violence against women program. The overarching message of the evaluation report is that programs and initiatives which are designed to influence the attitudes and behaviours of Aboriginal teenage girls, such as - [Early Intervention and Prevention Program Evaluation Report](https://djirra.org.au/publication/new-publication/): In July 2014, we published a formal evaluation report of our early intervention and prevention programs, which included Sisters Day Out and Dilly Bag. 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