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Be a Part of the Karinya Garden of Hope
Join with us to nurture Hope. Your regular contribution becomes part of the steady ground from which women can shape what comes next in their stage of growth.
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Every woman who is pregnant or parenting should be surrounded with the support she needs. However, not every woman has safety, shelter, or a positive support network.
Karinya House stands as a beacon of hope and support for women who are pregnant or parenting a baby, ensuring they are never alone in their journey. We deeply value each woman’s unique experiences and are committed to offering practical assistance and empowering opportunities that foster self-confidence and personal development. Our professional services and facilities are tailored to meet the diverse needs of the women we walk alongside, creating a safe haven where women can thrive. At Karinya House, we believe in nurturing a community of care and compassion, providing a sanctuary where women can grow, heal, build hope and plan a future for themselves and their families.
Karinya House walks with women in Canberra and the surrounding Region. A local, not for profit organisation, the Karinya House funding framework is a true cooperative of individuals, families, community groups, corporates, philanthropic and government funding partners. This cooperative approach to funding is a tangible expression of positive recognition of women in our community, who are pregnant or parenting. We invite you to be part of our community of support and partner with us to walk alongside women in our community.
Acknowledgement of Country
Karinya House recognises the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to own and control their cultures and pay our respect to these rights. Karinya House acknowledges, respects and seeks to learn from the diversity of Indigenous cultures Indigenous world views, lifestyles and customary laws.
We extend our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who for thousands of years have preserved the cultures and practices of their communities on country.
This land was never surrendered, and we acknowledge that it always was and will continue to always be Aboriginal land.
The Karinya House Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan
Art and artist story, P14, Karinya House Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan
Services
Our service is people intense and the practice framework is based on individual case management particular to the needs of each woman we walk alongside.
Case Management
Karinya House is committed to ethical and effective practice, within an organisational culture inspired and sustained by the women with whom we work.
Accommodation
Supported and/or semi-independent transitional housing may be part of a woman's case management plan. Karinya House has four supported accommodation places, as well as seven semi-independent residences within our village.
Group Program
Karinya House recognises that safety along with time and space for dialogue are powerful tools for reflection and action.
Referrals
An individual can self-refer to Karinya House. Karinya House also accepts referrals from other community and health services, with consent.
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