Karitane Young Parents Program

25/11/2025

👋 Hey amazing parents!

Western Sydney Uni are researching Village Connect and they want to hear from YOU! 🫵

Your thoughts help us make our programs even better for you and your little ones 👶🍼🎨

It’ll only take 10 minutes (perfect for while the kids nap 😴 or snack 🍎).

👉 Complete our evaluation survey here:
https://surveyswesternsydney.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aWSfl24jzSyLWLk

Your feedback = more fun, more support, more YOU! 💖✨

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12/11/2025

🌟 Are you a young parent under 25 living in South Western Sydney? 🌟

Have you connected with Village Connect through Karitane, a Uniting Key Worker, or Sonder?

We’d love your feedback! 💬

Help them evaluate their program so we can better support young parents like you.

Simply scan the QR code below to complete our short evaluation — it only takes a few minutes and makes a big difference! 💛

🌟 Are you a young parent under 25 living in South Western Sydney? 🌟

Have you connected with Village Connect through Karitane, a Uniting Key Worker, or Sonder?
We’d love your feedback! 💬

Help us evaluate our program so we can better support young parents like you.

Simply scan the QR code below to complete our short evaluation — it only takes a few minutes and makes a big difference! 💛

17/10/2025

✨ Our friends at Village Connect are bringing all the goods… and we just had to share! ✨

If you’re a parent in South Western Sydney (especially under 25), Sonder is a total game changer and part of the awesome support Village Connect offers 🙌

✅ FREE 24/7 health & wellbeing support
✅ Chat or call nurses & care specialists anytime
✅ Safety features + real-life responders to keep you safe
✅ Huge library of articles, videos & parenting tips
✅ Self-refer straight to Village Connect in the app!

Young parents – this was made for YOU. 💛
If you’re not on Sonder yet… what are you waiting for?!

👉 Scan the QR code in the original post to register!

🌟 Are you making the most of Village Connect? 🌟
If you’re not on Sonder yet… it’s time to jump on!

Sonder is FREE for all parents in South Western Sydney, and young parents (25 & under) get even more support through Village Connect. You can even self-refer to Village Connect directly in the app – just start a chat with a Sonder Care Specialist!

✅ Feel safe anywhere
Out and about or somewhere that doesn’t feel right? Sonder has in-app safety features AND real-life responders who can come to you.

✅ 24/7 support for you & your child
Day or night, nurses and care specialists are available for medical, wellbeing and general parenting advice. Private and confidential.

✅ Wellbeing & content library
Browse hundreds of helpful articles, videos and tips to support you. Whether you’re managing a newborn, anxiety or a health concern, there’s something there to help.

✨ Free, 24/7 health and wellbeing support for all parents in SWS ✨

If you’re not using Sonder yet… what are you waiting for?!

To register, just scan the QR code on the flyer below! 💛

17/09/2025

Our friends at Village Connect have done it again – bringing you TWO amazing pop-up sessions this October!

💬 Informed & Empowered – Sexual Health Without the Awkward
This isn’t high school s*x ed — they’re covering the real stuff:
✨ STIs & contraception that fits your life
✨ Boundaries that actually work
✨ How to talk about it all without cringing (too much)

Come for the facts, stay for the laughs, and leave feeling informed, empowered, and ready to own your s*xual health (even if there’s baby food in your hair 🍼).

❤️ Love Bites – Respectful Relationships for Parents
Starting 16 October, this 2-day program covers:
✅ Healthy relationships
✅ Consent & safe choices
✅ Building confidence, respect & safety

You’ll need to attend both days – and yes, they’ve got free childminding and lunch sorted!

📧 Register now: [email protected]

15/09/2025

✨ The team at Village Connect have been busy behind the scenes putting together the perfect end-of-year programs for young parents and families – and the Term 4 calendar is now LIVE! 🎉

There’s so much on offer to help you connect, learn, and have fun as we wrap up 2025.

📧 Reach out to the team at [email protected]
to register and save your spot.

It’s going to be a great end to the year – don’t miss out! 💛

10/09/2025

Check out our superstar Larnie all ready for work! shout out to Village Connect & Dress for Success NSW & ACT for coordinating this!

01/09/2025

💬 “What can Village Connect do for me?”

We get asked this a lot — and Village Connect have put together a great video that shows the supports and programs available for young parents in South West Sydney. 💛

Check it out below 👇 to see how they can support you on your parenting journey!

📧 To find out more, reach out at [email protected]

Send a message to learn more

10/08/2025

Check out the 2 new programs kicking off today at Village Connect!

Like the Village Connect here to get all the updates!

Send a message to learn more

28/07/2025

BaP program starting this week at Village Connect! For young parents (25years & under) living in south western Sydney with a child aged between 2-12yrs old!

To secure your spot register here: https://karitane.com.au/courses/village-connect-being-a-parent/

24/07/2025

👋 Hey friends!

Our Village Connect program now has its own page! 🎉
If you’re a young parent (or know one!) looking for free programs, playgroups, support and connection – head over and give them a follow!
All parents 25years and under living in south western Sydney are welcome!
📲 Click here to like the page: Village Connect
📅 Term 3 calendar is out now and full of great stuff!
Tag a young mum or dad who might love this 🍼💬