“The rates are astronomical”: Mary’s House CEO on the reality of domestic and family violence on the North Shore. The long and the short of it is that there is not enough crisis accommodation anywhere in NSW, let alone metropolitan Sydney.

This week, we proudly join in celebrating National Volunteer Week, a poignant occasion that highlights the invaluable contributions of individuals and groups who selflessly dedicate their time, skills, and passion to enrich our communities.

In a recent interview with SBS, our CEO Yvette Vignando addressed a deeply concerning issue—how a cyber attack targeting domestic and family violence services has heightened risks for women seeking safety and support. The interview follows a recent data breach from The NSW Department of Communities and Justice, resulting in approximately 9,000 court documents being […]

Mary’s House Services board members and CEO are united in their support for the Uluru Statement from the Heart. We have heard the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women leaders who have highlighted that First Nations Australians need to be heard and consulted on government initiatives to eliminate domestic and family violence, particularly […]

We seek to comply with the Australian Commonwealth Modern Slavery Act 2018 in our operations and supply chains. While Mary’s House Services is an SME and therefore exempt from the Act’s reporting obligations, we voluntarily uphold its principles by ensuring ethical practices in our operations and advocating against exploitation. This commitment strengthens our mission to […]

In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing Sydney’s critical emergency housing shortage, empty homes awaiting redevelopment could soon provide temporary shelters for women and children fleeing domestic violence. This bold proposal is part of a comprehensive council plan to increase the availability of crisis accommodation amidst the NSW Government’s efforts to construct thousands of new […]