Womens Safety Services of Central Australia incorporated

Women’s Safety Services of Central Australia (WoSSCA) is a specialist organisation dedicated to supporting women and children experiencing domestic, family, and sexual violence in Central Australia. Operating on a feminist framework, WoSSCA provides safe accommodation and a range of support services aimed at both responding to and preventing gendered violence. The organisation is committed to creating a community where all women and children can live safely, with respect and dignity, free from violence in their chosen environments.

Mission and Vision

WoSSCA’s vision is for a Central Australia where every woman and child enjoys safety, respect, and dignity, free from violence. Its mission focuses on preventing and responding to gendered violence through strong advocacy, collaborative partnerships, and delivering effective support services tailored to the needs of the communities it serves.

Main Objectives

• Provide safe, immediate crisis accommodation for women and children escaping violence.
• Offer specialist case management and outreach support, including services to remote communities.
• Empower women by building on their strengths and promoting safety and prevention.
• Drive systemic change through advocacy and collaboration with other service providers.
• Deliver culturally safe, trauma-informed, and intersectional feminist services.

Benefiting Groups

WoSSCA primarily benefits women and children who are experiencing or at risk of domestic, family, or sexual violence. This includes trans women, non-binary people, and women in same-sex relationships, ensuring an inclusive and respectful environment for all.

Types of Services and Activities

• 24-hour Crisis Accommodation: Immediate safe shelter and support for women and children in crisis.
• Outreach Support: Specialist case management in Alice Springs and remote communities such as Ti Tree, Ntaria, Yuendumu, and Papunya.
• Children’s Support: Safe spaces and activities designed to support children’s wellbeing.
• Workshops and Community Education: Programs focused on domestic, family, and sexual violence prevention and awareness.
• Referral and Advocacy: Connecting women to counselling, legal assistance, and other relevant services.

WoSSCA’s approach is grounded in respect, cultural safety, trauma-informed care, and a commitment to continuous quality improvement, ensuring that women and children receive compassionate and effective support.