Beacon of Hope Project

11/06/2026

Community Alert: Standing with Jackii & Beautiful Sienna 🩷

Here at BOHP, we know that navigating major medical milestones takes an absolute village. A wonderful local Illawarra mum, Jackii, reached out to our community as her daughter, Sienna, prepares for an upcoming PEG surgery.

While PEG surgery is a huge step forward in supporting Sienna's health, nutrition, and overall comfort, the additional costs around supporting someone who needs additional care, and safety equipment, is an indescribable toll on a family.

As a peer-led community, we look out for our own. If you have the capacity to chip in, or simply have a moment to share the link to spread the word, it would mean the world to this beautiful family.

Let's surround Jackii and Sienna with all the Illawarra love and strength we’ve got! 💪✨

👇 Donate or share here:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/urgent-medical-and-safety-fund-for-beautiful-sienna

​Hi everyone, ​I am reaching out to rally around an incredible loc… Penny Kennedy needs your support for Urgent medical and safety fund for beautiful Sienna

11/06/2026

🚨 The NDIS is life-saving. Cutting it is devastating.

As a peer-led organisation, we know firsthand that the NDIS isn’t just a line item on a government spreadsheet. It is independence, safety, and our right to exist in the world on equal terms when funded right.

Right now, plans to slash billions from the NDIS stand to strip vital funding from hundreds of thousands of disabled people. Let’s be clear: Disabled people deserve to live with dignity, just like everyone else.
When the NDIS is funded adequately, it is a long-term cost saver. It lifts families out of unpaid crisis management, gets people into the workforce, gives people with a Disability a quality of life and returns $2.25 to the economy for every dollar spent.

Cutting this funding doesn't make the need disappear. It forces the burdens back onto families and leaves individuals with a disability sometimes no choice but to stay in domestic and family violence, forces more work on already struggling systems leaves our most vulnerable community members entirely stranded.

We need an NDIS that is fully funded and fair.

Stand with the disability community. Say no to cruel cuts. 👉 Sign the petition and fight back: https://greens.org.au/campaigns/no-ndis-cuts

The Labor Government is planning to cut $36 billion from the NDIS, removing support from 160,000 people while increasing defence spending on weapons and submarines. Cutting the NDIS isn't just cruel – it's bad economics. Evidence shows that every dollar invested in the NDIS returns $2.25 to the e...

11/06/2026

🌸 Pipe Cleaners to Petals: Create a Garden That Lasts Forever! 🌸

Looking for a fun, creative way to spend your morning? Join us for a hands-on, women's workshop ran by Tiffany from The Wire Garden where you'll turn simple pipe cleaners into beautiful, everlasting wire gardens!

Here are the details:
📆 When: 11th of August
⏰ Time: 11:30am Start
📍 Where: Berkeley Community Centre I 40 Winnima Way Berkeley 2506

💰 Cost: $5.00 (Please note: If cost is a barrier for you, reach out to us!)

Reach out today to secure a spot! For any other questions, you can always reach out to the team at the below:
📞 Call: 0429 528 930
✉️ Email: [email protected]

Bring a friend, grab a seat, and let’s get crafting! ✨

10/06/2026

No one should have to go without basic human dignity, especially in a public hospital. 🏥💔

Right now, too many patients and victim-survivors in NSW public hospitals are being denied essential access to period products and fresh underwear. The campaign started by our CEO is fighting to change that by calling for free, accessible vending machines in every public hospital.

It’s easy, affordable, and a fundamental matter of healthcare dignity.

👉 Take action and email the Health Minister today: https://www.abigailboyd.org/campaign_mymonthlymatters

Thank you Abigail Boyd for your support!

Shockingly, NSW hospitals are not required to give victim-survivors of sexual violence new underwear when they’ve had theirs removed or need a fresh pair in an emergency department. And too many women who get their period while in hospital are being given adult nappies, forced to use gauze, surgic...

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

I started Beacon of Hope Project with a victim service payment and a promise, to build what I wish existed at the start of my own healing journey 🩷

Today we're a team of 15 volunteers with lived experience, who've shown up for 40+ women in peer groups, 88 vendors across 4 events, and 60+ hours of free advocacy.

We're not a polished organisation. We're real people, in recovery, navigating the same system, just a few steps ahead, reaching back.

This is your sign. Things do get better.

And until you can hold hope for yourself, we'll hold it for you.

Walk with us ✨🩷

03/06/2026

Set the intention. Pour it in. Watch it take shape. 🕯️🐻

02/06/2026

✨ A Beacon in Your Inbox! ✨https://canva.link/x01nnvuongeib8v

We are so excited to officially launch the very first edition of our bi-monthly newsletter!. This newsletter is designed to be your go-to resource for staying up to date with everything happening at the Beacon of Hope Project, from our inclusive markets to our peer-led support groups.

Introducing: Dear Hope
Starting in our August edition, we are launching "Dear Hope," a dedicated space where you can ask our team of lived-experience advocates anything. Whether you’re looking for advice or just a spark of encouragement, we are here to hold hope for you until you can hold it for yourself.

Partner With Us
Looking to reach a community that values inclusion, safety & respect? We are now welcoming advertisements!. Your support directly helps us keep our vital, 100% volunteer-run programs running.

Don't miss out! You can always access the latest edition via the link in our Linktree, or have it delivered straight to you by emailing [email protected]

02/06/2026

Join BOHP's Women's Circle this June for two creative sessions at the Berkeley Community Centre!

Event DetailsTime: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Location: 40 Winnima Way, Berkeley

Activity Schedule:
- 4th June: Pen & Keyring Making
- 18th June: Paint & Pass

Come along to connect, create, and enjoy a women's focused community!