Women's Justice Network

10/04/2026

Did you know?

The number of women in NSW prisons has more than doubled in the past decade, yet rehabilitation programs have not kept pace. This gap raises serious concerns about support, reintegration, and long-term outcomes for women in the criminal justice system.

At Women's Justice Network, we want to help break cycles of incarceration. We do this by advocating for progress on the inequalities that exist for criminalised women by addressing the policies and practices that sustain these injustices.

Change begins with awareness and action.

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research

20/03/2026

Around 60% of women in prison are mothers.

Behind every woman represented by the statistic is a family of children waiting, connections strained, and futures uncertain. When we support a woman, we don’t just support one person.

We support the people who rely on her too.

Support can take many forms: donating, sharing, engaging with posts, or simply taking a moment to learn more.

Awareness is where change begins.

13/03/2026

21.2 times.

This is how much more likely Indigenous women in Australia are to be imprisoned compared to non-Indigenous women. This statistic highlights deeper systemic issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

At Women's Justice Network, we advocate for fairer systems and stronger community support.

Change begins with awareness and action.

What are your thoughts?

Source: Australian Human Rights Commission

04/03/2026

"It was very degrading and humiliating. I felt like I was being violated and exploited. I felt quite disgusting, but I felt I had no choice.”

Unfortunately, Sara was not the only one. An analysis conducted by the Human Rights Law Centre found that just 0.58% of strip searches in Australian prisons resulted in the detection of contraband. Women and children — particularly First Nations people — are among the most vulnerable to this invasive practice. This article follows Sara, and many others like her, in their fight to ban strip searches.

Read the full article by Sarah Collard at

Human Rights Law Centre analysis finds more than 15,000 strip-searches are conducted on average each month, but just 0.58% result in contraband being found

18/02/2026

We need to listen to the experts. Raise the Age!

15/02/2026

Monday Message of Hope from Jack, a Donor

Even the simplest words can carry hope.
A message from the outside can change someone’s whole day.

💜 Want to support WJN and their programs that support women rebuild their lives?
You can:
1️⃣ Donate https://WJN1000Voices.gofundraise.com.au
2️⃣ Leave a Message of Hope for women inside they they know they're not forgotten
3️⃣ Spread the word

08/02/2026

Monday Message of Hope from Norma, a Donor

Many women inside prison struggle with feelings of isolation.
Your message reminds them they’re not alone.

💜 Want to support WJN and their programs that support women rebuild their lives?
You can:
1️⃣ Donate https://WJN1000Voices.gofundraise.com.au
2️⃣ Leave a Message of Hope for women inside they they know they're not forgotten
3️⃣ Spread the word

01/02/2026

Monday Message of Hope from Jess, a Donor

Confidence grows when someone believes in you.
Your message could be exactly what she needs to hear this week.

💜 Want to support WJN and their programs that support women rebuild their lives?
You can:
1️⃣ Donate https://WJN1000Voices.gofundraise.com.au
2️⃣ Leave a Message of Hope for women inside they they know they're not forgotten
3️⃣ Spread the word

01/02/2026

Monday Message of Hope from Darren, a Donor

The story isn’t over — and your words can help someone turn the page.

💜 Want to support WJN and their programs that support women rebuild their lives?
You can:
1️⃣ Donate https://WJN1000Voices.gofundraise.com.au
2️⃣ Leave a Message of Hope for women inside they they know they're not forgotten
3️⃣ Spread the word

25/01/2026

Yabun Festival is live streaming today from 4 different locations. Check it out here:
https://yabun.org.au/home-2/livestream/

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25/01/2026

Your message of hope will make the world of difference to a women in prison.

💜 Want to support women rebuild their lives? You can:
1️⃣ Donate - https://wjn1000voices.gofundraise.com.au
2️⃣ Leave a Message of Hope so that women in prison will know they're not forgotten
3️⃣ Spread the word by sharing this post.