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Often the thought of attending Court and facing the perpetrator is a frightening experience, and this is where a Kara House Specialist Family Violence Practitioner can help provide both practical and emotional support to help guide the client through the process.

The need for air-conditoning in the bedrooms at the refuge became apparent when two pregnant women stayed in the refuge last Summer while the temperatures were in the high 30's.

Lilah was assisted by Kara House to have her son Ajmal aged 3, returned to her after her husband had her removed from their home.

We believe that providing women and children impacted by family violence with the best possible environment while in our care can greatly influence their recovery and future. In these uncertain times providing a safe, comfortable place to stay is even more important.

Every January in Melbourne, Midusmma Festival brings together the diverse LGBTI+ community with an explosion of events by a diverse mix of artist, communities and audiences.

On the 16 October, Kara House celebrated 40 years of empowering and supporting women and children escaping family violence.

Kara House, as a specialist family violence service, contributed a submission to the Royal Commission into Family Violence in Victoria that is currently underway.

To mark International Women’s Day on March 8th Kara House attended the Women In Rotary Breakfast with a group of our favourite supporters and advocates.