Volunteer with us
Volunteering in 2018 might open your eyes to how much you can achieve with a little commitment. Our volunteers make a meaningful contribution and are an essential part of our organisation.
By becoming a volunteer and supporting McAuley Community Services for Women, you will form part of a team working to help women and children have safer, brighter lives, while also gaining a unique and valuable personal experience.
We have a wide range of opportunities for people who can spare three to four hours a week or fortnightly. We can accommodate business/school hours, weekends, and after hours.
Let’s discuss your interests and availability and see how they match our program needs.
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How to register
If you have some time, and believe you could support the work of McAuley Community Services for Women as a volunteer, please contact our Volunteer
Program Coordinator, Kathriye Strassnick either by email: KStrassnick@mcauleycsw.org.au or by phone: (03) 9362 8900
You can also register your interest by submitting a volunteer enquiry form below.
We help women and children who have faced family violence and homelessness to take control of their lives. Last year we supported 1375 women and children.
After celebrating our tenth anniversary in 2018, we developed a new five year plan to guide our future directions. Read about our new Strategic Plan.
Ten years of supporting women and children
In August 2018 we marked the 10-year anniversary of the establishment of McAuley Community Services for Women and also honoured the histories of the two pioneering organisations that merged to form the new entity in 2008. Read more
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Achieving our vision - all home safely - takes a dedicated approach. Our annual report 2017-2018 shows how we go about supporting women and children to build lives that are free from violence. Read more.
We are accredited through Quality Improvement and Community Services Accreditation in Victoria.
An inclusive organisation
We are committed to non-discriminatory recruitment and selection processes. Read more
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We help women and children who have faced family violence and homelessness to take control of their lives. Last year we supported 1375 women and children.
Our collaboration with WEstjustice
Our partnership with the western suburbs' community legal centre WEstjustice is an example of how collaborative work leads to better outcomes for women and children needing support. Read more
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People who work with us make a big difference to the lives of women who've experienced family violence and homelessness. Read about some of our staff:
If you are in immediate danger, have been threatened, or fear for the safety of yourself or a family member call
POLICE 000
Call Safe steps 1800 015 188 for phone support, 24/7, every day of the year
McAuley House enjoys a magical weekend away
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A happy birthday every month
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Assisting infants and their mothers affected by family violence
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Family violence can affect anyone in the community
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A new job helps Amber turn her life around
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Employment helped Fiona start a new life with her baby daughter
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The high price of family violence on Australian businesses
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Help create brighter futures for women
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McAuley Care welcomes traumatised women and children 24/7
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2017 / 2018 Statistics

16 were from culturally
and linguistically
diverse backgrounds

3 used our
respite service

30 were involved
in our Women In
Communities service

81% had been
diagnosed with a
mental illness

72% had experienced
family violence

100% were homeless
2017 / 2018 Statistics

151 women participated
204 registered since began in Dec 2017

42 women found
employment during
the year

75% have experienced family violence
47 were still in a 'ciritcal' family violence situation

The impact of your incredible support
Thanks to your amazing support, we were able to assist 650 women and children during the 2011/2012 financial year.
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The impact of your incredible support
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"Your presentation to our Year 10s helped them to understand the issues of family violence and homelessness, and why it’s so important to support your cause." Angela Heydon, Mercy College Coburg

"My monthly gifts provide immediate and direct assistance to vulnerable women and children."
Monthly giving makes a lasting difference
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"I've remembered McAuley in my Will. It's my way of leaving a gift for generations to come."
Andrea, 65
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"Sacred Heart College Geelong is delighted to support McAuley through workplace giving. It's a simple and convenient way to support a cause we are passionate about." Sharon Gillett, Deputy Principal
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McAuley’s refuges – a place to call home
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Feels Like Home to Shiara
Shiara started running a long time ago. She started running from an abusive father when she was a young woman and it has been hard to stop, and to call somewhere home.
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