No Interest Loans (NILs) was featured on @7NewsMelbourne last week in the midst of rising cost of living pressures. Pensioner, Kathryn Holloway used NILs as a lifeline when faced with an unexpected expense. See how NILs can have a transformative impact on people's lives.

We are always excited when business shares our zeal in how to better support women. CEO Stella Avramopoulos spoke at an event held by Morgan Stanley; Her Place: Rethinking the roles of affordable housing for women. It takes a village to build a village. Join us.

Tonight, 13,476 women 55+ will live in temporary housing, often unsafe and crowded.* We are building an affordable housing village. With sustainable homes, a supportive wellbeing community and places for social connection. It takes a village to build a village. Will you join us?

We’re proud to launch our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan, demonstrating our commitment to improving outcomes for First Nations peoples and communities. Read our RAP: https://t.co/MvL759LGU8

Mirroring data released by the @ABSStats on financial abuse, @GoodShepANZ's client insights show that over 80 per cent of victim-survivors of #DV have also experienced economic abuse. Thanks to @WomensAgenda for covering this important topic. https://t.co/xnaA1teYy4

We can create a world where everyone is equal, free and safe. Start early with your children by choosing books that promote gender equality. #16days #choosezeal #NoExcuse

Nearly 1 in 5 women have experienced sexual assault since the age of 15. You can help by raising awareness of consent, to learn more visit: https://t.co/3lFroFETiY #16days #16daysOfActivism #NoExcuse

Women still do more unpaid work per week at home. In a 2021 report, in hetorosexual relationships women do 21 more hours of unpaid work per week at home compared to men – regardless if they engage in paid work. #16days #choosezeal

NILs are funded by the Australian Government, with capital funding provided by @NAB, delivered in partnership with our network of over 170 not-for-profit community providers. Find your nearest NILs provider:

Designed in partnership with victim-survivors of domestic & financial abuse, the Financial Independence Hub is delivered by @GoodShepANZ & supported by @CommBank & assists victim-survivors no matter who they bank with. This #SDV23 session discussed the service & how to access it.

1.6 million Australian women had their money or job opportunities controlled or restricted by a partner or family member. This is financial abuse. Lets get educated about financial abuse. Visit https://t.co/N1LrlQdjmy #16days

Homelessness is a family violence issue. In 2021-22 domestic violence was the main reason why +72,900 people sought support from specialist homelessness services. Find out more about our Affordable Housing Solution. https://t.co/sJgsAFUxjr #16days #16daysofactivism #choosezeal

Today is Economic Abuse Awareness Day. Awareness leads to prevention and recovery; learn how perpetrators use money for power and control. Find out about the signs of financial abuse at: https://t.co/jziPkcIwFs For support, call FIH on 1300 050 150. #16days

Violence against women is never ok. But there's still a stigma around talking about it. 12% of people consider FDV a private matter that should be dealt with inside the family. We need to speak out. For support, call 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732. https://t.co/hhUk7BbQkK

Melbourne turned orange for the Walk Against Family Violence. We carried our clients’ voices with us in our hearts & on signs for all to see. Family violence is preventable, not inevitable. Over the next #16Days we'll continue to share our #fdv clients' voices. @RespectVictoria

Today Good Shepherd is participating in the 16 days of Activism, Walk Against Family Violence. Today and everyday we are committed to a world where gender based violence no longer exists. #WAFV2023 #16Days #16DaysOfActivism #choosezeal

Last week, The PFG for Ending Violence Against Women &Children hosted our event at Parliament House. Thank you to @alicia payne @bridget archer @larissa waters and The Hon @Amanda Rishworth for your support. Read about our Affordable Housing solution:

Good Shepherd at today’s School Strike for Climate? Hell yes! The climate crisis disproportionately harms women & families. We see this in our work with communities and clients across Australia. Read more about our work & why it matters:

Thank you to our speakers and guests Aunty Zeta, @NatHutchins, @tarang_chawla, John Hutchings, Konrad Ross and Sister Monica Walsh. Choose Zeal! Watch a snippet of our 160 Years Young event! https://t.co/haG6eryg2b

With the energy and the determination in the room, we’re optimistic as we embark on an audacious new Strategic Plan to meet the emerging needs of women, girls and families.