STTARS

STTARS STTARS is a non-government, not-for-profit organisation with no political or religious affiliations.

STTARS assists people from a refugee and migrant background who have experienced torture or been traumatised as a result of persecution, violence, war or unlawful imprisonment prior to arrival in Australia. STTARS welcomes all people regardless of their age, ability, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, language or religious beliefs. STTARS is an LGBTIQ+ friendly service that is proudly

committed to inclusion and equity for all. STTARS has been providing services to torture and trauma survivors in SA since 1991. STTARS provides flexible and culturally sensitive services to promote the health and wellbeing of people who have been tortured or who have suffered refugee-related trauma prior to their arrival in Australia. STTARS provides services to address a range of physical, psychological and social needs for survivors of torture and trauma. Our Services Are:

FREE
Including access to professional interpreters if you require this

CONFIDENTIAL
We keep your information private, as do the interpreters we use

VOLUNTARY
You are free to stop being a client at any time for any reason

SUPPORTIVE
We support your rights

EDUCATIONAL
We educate the community about the experiences of refugees

⭐Refugee Week (14 - 20 June) is an important opportunity to reflect on the many lives and stories of people from refugee...
18/06/2026

⭐Refugee Week (14 - 20 June) is an important opportunity to reflect on the many lives and stories of people from refugee backgrounds. The 2026 theme of Refugee Week is "a million stories," coinciding with Australia issuing its one millionth permanent humanitarian visa milestone since 1947.

🙏STTARS stands firmly with all refugees who have settled in Australia and all refugees around the world. As an organisation we strive for a world where unconditional care, compassion and empathy is the universal response to people from refugee backgrounds and those seeking asylum around the world.

🌍Let Refugee Week be an opportunity to learn about people from refugee backgrounds; their stories, their struggles and their strength.

🔍You can learn more about Refugee Week at: https://www.refugeeweek.org.au/theme/

✨Learn more about STTARS, or make a referral directly at our website: www.sttars.org.au
👀Our Vision:
STTARS seeks a world where human rights are respected, and violations are challenged.
🌍Our Mission:
To support survivors of torture and trauma to find their voices and rebuild their lives.

There has been lots of growth in our street-front garden at STTARS on Angas Street, Adelaide CBD! What do you think we s...
06/05/2026

There has been lots of growth in our street-front garden at STTARS on Angas Street, Adelaide CBD! What do you think we should plant next?🌼

✨Learn more about STTARS, or make a referral directly at our website: www.sttars.org.au

👀Our Vision:
STTARS seeks a world where human rights are respected, and violations are challenged.
🌍Our Mission:
To support survivors of torture and trauma to find their voices and rebuild their lives.

⭐World Press Freedom Day is observed annually on 3 May to highlight the importance of protecting press freedom globally....
05/05/2026

⭐World Press Freedom Day is observed annually on 3 May to highlight the importance of protecting press freedom globally. It is also a day to acknowledge the commitment of journalists and those working in media who seek to report global news objectively and truthfully for all of us.

🌍The United Nations reports that over the past decade there has been a marked increase in violations against media freedom including physical attacks on journalists, intimidation, detention, and censorship of information.

📣This year the 'Shaping A Future of Peace' conference in Lusaka, Zambia brought attention to the continuing need for press freedom to be protected, and governments held accountable when violations occur. The conference also emphasised the connection between press freedom and upholding fundamental human rights.

📝World Press Freedom Day is an important opportunity for us to all consider how the news we receive can be affected by those in power, and how violations to press freedom can undermine civilian rights to truthful information.

⭐Learn more about World Press Freedom Day: https://www.unesco.org/en/days/press-freedom

📷Journalists and members of the civil society march for World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2018, in Nakuru, Kenya (AFP/Suleiman Mbatiah).

✨Learn more about STTARS, or make a referral directly at our website: www.sttars.org.au
👀Our Vision:
STTARS seeks a world where human rights are respected, and violations are challenged.
🌍Our Mission:
To support survivors of torture and trauma to find their voices and rebuild their lives.

⭐Registrations are still open to attend The 4th Australia and New Zealand Refugee Trauma Recovery in Resettlement Confer...
29/04/2026

⭐Registrations are still open to attend The 4th Australia and New Zealand Refugee Trauma Recovery in Resettlement Conference, held in Sydney May 4-6.

📣STTARS will be represented at the conference by a number of our colleagues where they will be presenting research, learning alongside other organisations and fostering connections.

🎉Registration and further information can be found online at https://www.fasstt.org.au/fasstt-conference/

⭐We celebrated our annual STTARS Family Fun Day on April 14 at the John McVeity Centre in Smithfield. STTARS clients and...
28/04/2026

⭐We celebrated our annual STTARS Family Fun Day on April 14 at the John McVeity Centre in Smithfield. STTARS clients and their families enjoyed a day filled with joy and connection, with lots of fun activities facilitated by our staff.

🎉Thank you to everyone who shared Family Fun Day with us. We loved seeing the joy and enthusiasm that you brought.

✨Learn more about STTARS, or make a referral directly at our website: www.sttars.org.au
👀Our Vision:
STTARS seeks a world where human rights are respected, and violations are challenged.
🌍Our Mission:
To support survivors of torture and trauma to find their voices and rebuild their lives.

⭐Congratulations to Adelaide-based talented young artist Araam, who is one of two winners in the Shared Stories, Shared ...
22/04/2026

⭐Congratulations to Adelaide-based talented young artist Araam, who is one of two winners in the Shared Stories, Shared Hope Youth Art Showcase! We love the simple and strong message of Araam's artwork, and his beautiful message of hope and strength.

📣The youth art showcase is an initiative of the FASSTT 4th Australia & New Zealand Refugee Trauma Recovery in Resettlement Conference. Araam's artwork will be exhibited alongside the art of other creative young people at the conference, and it will feature on the official conference t-shirt!

🎨STTARS extends a heartfelt congratulations to Araam, and we thank him for sharing his vision of hope and strength for the world. Our world benefits so much from the creative vision of young people. Thank you for sharing your creative vision with all of us Araam!

⭐Congratulations to Suzanne Pepe who received the Regional Achievement Award at the 2025 Governor’s Multicultural Awards...
01/04/2026

⭐Congratulations to Suzanne Pepe who received the Regional Achievement Award at the 2025 Governor’s Multicultural Awards. Suzanne is pictured fourth from the left with other recipients at the award ceremony on 4 March.

🏆Suzanne has supported Mount Gambier's multicultural community since 2014. She has developed trauma-informed programs enabling refugee students to learn English while adjusting, fostering safety, belonging and inclusion. Her support extends beyond school, providing emergency supplies, meals and advocating for cultural celebrations. In doing so she has helped reduce isolation, promoted trauma survivor recovery, and facilitated community integration, demonstrating exceptional dedication to refugees and multiculturalism in the region.

🌍Suzanne was nominated for the award by STTARS Regional Coordinator Sophie Coote. All of us at STTARS extend a heartfelt congratulations to Suzanne for her thoroughly well deserved award.

✨Learn more about STTARS, or make a referral directly at our website: www.sttars.org.au
👀Our Vision:
STTARS seeks a world where human rights are respected, and violations are challenged.
🌍Our Mission:
To support survivors of torture and trauma to find their voices and rebuild their lives.

⭐At STTARS we offer a range of therapeutic options for our clients, including group activities. STTARS groups facilitate...
30/03/2026

⭐At STTARS we offer a range of therapeutic options for our clients, including group activities. STTARS groups facilitate connection, learning and joyful experiences.

🌳These photos show one of our STTARS groups enjoying a beautiful day at Morialta Conservation Park in October last year. The purpose of this group was to provide a safe space for women to make social connections while enjoying the beauty of nature.

🦋STTARS group activities create opportunities for connection and personal growth, facilitated by compassionate trained professionals.

✨Learn more about STTARS, or make a referral directly at our website: www.sttars.org.au
👀Our Vision:
STTARS seeks a world where human rights are respected, and violations are challenged.
🌍Our Mission:
To support survivors of torture and trauma to find their voices and rebuild their lives.

Address

81 Angas Street
Adelaide, SA
5000

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61882068900

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