The Deli Women and Children's Centre

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The Deli Women and Children's Centre

Supporting women and children impacted by domestic & family violence.
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Kameygal Country

06/11/2026

What does it take to support women and children affected by domestic and family violence? 💜
At The Deli, we provide free specialist counselling, case management, parenting support and therapeutic programs.
Every woman's circumstances are different. Some need help navigating immediate safety concerns, while others need ongoing counselling, practical assistance or support with parenting and family relationships.
Providing this level of support takes time, skilled staff and resources. Government funding alone doesn't cover the full cost of our services, which is why community donations are so important.
Swipe to see what it costs to provide this support and how you can help.
To donate, visit the link in our bio.

04/11/2026

Meet Maya. 💜
Maya isn't one woman. Her story reflects the experiences, courage and resilience of women who come to The Deli for support.
For some women, reaching out begins with concerns about safety. But the support they need often goes much further.
Through counselling, case management, parenting support and therapeutic groups, we work alongside women as they recover from domestic and family violence, care for their children and make choices about their future.
Every woman's story is different. Our role is to listen, recognise her strengths and provide support that responds to her individual needs.
Swipe through to discover Maya's story. To learn more about The Deli, visit our website via the link in our bio.
Maya is a fictional composite character created to protect client privacy.

02/11/2026

Building skills. Building confidence. Building futures. 💜
We’re proud to celebrate the women who completed the TAFE Career Pathways and Employability Skills Course at The Deli.

For women who have experienced domestic and family violence, a safe and supportive place to learn and connect can provide opportunities to develop skills and pursue their goals.

🌱 One participant has secured employment, taking an important step towards financial independence.
💻 Three women have continued into further computer training, building on their new skills and confidence.

These achievements represent important steps towards greater choice, independence and financial security.
Congratulations to every woman who took part, tried something new and worked towards her goals.

Thank you to TAFE NSW for helping make this opportunity possible. 💜

30/10/2026

💜 Trauma Informed Yoga – Creating Space for Healing and Renewal

Over 8 weeks, participants explored grounding, breathwork, mindfulness, body awareness, self-compassion and emotional regulation in a safe and supportive space.

A heartfelt thank you to Melissa from Honey Bee Yoga () for guiding our participants on this journey of connection, healing and self-discovery. 💜

One participant described the experience as:
“Very transformative. I am learning to relax, listen to my body and connect with my breath.”

At The Deli Women & Children’s Centre, we believe healing begins with safety, compassion and connection. We’re proud to offer opportunities for women to reconnect with themselves and strengthen their wellbeing. 🌸

28/10/2026

What does a healthy relationship look like?
Healthy relationships make space for respect, safety, equality and choice.
This can look like:
• Having your feelings and opinions heard.
• Being able to say no or change your mind.
• Having your privacy and boundaries respected.
• Maintaining your friendships and interests.
• Sharing decisions without pressure or control.
Disagreements can happen. You still deserve to express yourself without fear of threats, humiliation or punishment.
You deserve to feel safe, respected and heard in your relationships.

28/10/2026

“He had a few.”
“She winds him up.”
“But he loves her.”

Words we've all heard. Words that can excuse, minimise or justify violence against women.

This powerful installation, Sweethearts, at Sculpture by the Sea challenges us to think about the language we use and the attitudes it reinforces.

Whether it's blaming a woman for someone's behaviour, excusing violence because of alcohol or confusing love with control, these narratives shift responsibility away from the person choosing to use violence.

At The Deli, we work with women and children affected by domestic and family violence every day.

The language we use matters. So does our willingness to challenge it.

Sweethearts by Philippa Lysaght and Omi McCurdie.

27/10/2026

Twelve months on, this is where we stand.

Recorded domestic and family violence assaults in NSW are 31% higher than ten years ago. Over the same period sexual offences rose 103 per cent and breaches of Apprehended Violence Orders rose 90 per cent. New South Wales now has its first dedicated strategy addressing people who use violence. And while Australia now has national data on family and domestic violence-related homicide, there remains no single national count of women killed by men — the broader measure often referred to as femicide.

Every figure here is sourced and dated. Behind each one is a name.
One thing we can change now: survivors should be able to seek counselling without it being subpoenaed and used against them. The Collective backs Don't Subpoena Our Support: Keep Counselling Confidential.

Join us to honour and remember the women and children who have lost their lives to domestic and family violence.

Wednesday 25 November, 12pm. Martin Place, Sydney C*D, between Pitt and Castlereagh St.

25/10/2026

What an incredible effort! $26,050 raised for The Deli 💜

⛳A HUGE thank you to the Coast Ladies Golf Day community for making this possible!
To the organisers, golfers, sponsors and everyone who contributed, we're so grateful for the time, effort and generosity that went into making this happen.💚

Your support means so much to The Deli and helps us continue providing specialist counselling, parenting and therapeutic services for women and children affected by domestic and family violence.
Thank you for being part of it!!💜

23/10/2026

We’re a finalist! 💜

The Deli Women & Children’s Centre is a finalist in the 2026 7NEWS Community Achievement Awards NSW/ACT, and the Raw Mosaic People’s Choice Award is now open to the public.

This one is decided by our community. Your vote helps more women and children learn that free counselling, case management, parenting support and practical assistance are available at The Deli.

How to vote:
1️⃣ Tap the link in our bio
2️⃣ Find The Deli and cast your vote
3️⃣ Come back tomorrow and vote again. You can vote once a day!

Voting closes 11:59pm, Monday 9 November. Please share this with your friends and family 💚

Address

Rosebery, NSW
2018

Telephone

+61296674664

Website

http://www.thedeli.org.au/

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