WORKING TOGETHER TO SUPPORT WOMEN
Our Mission
Perth Foundation for Women is dedicated to uplifting disadvantaged women and girls in Australia by providing essential support, services, and resources, creating a more equitable and empowering future for all.
Who Do We Help
We support women at different stages of their journey—providing services, support and relief:
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Women experiencing or at risks of experiencing family violence
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Women rebuilding independence after homelessness, poverty or distress
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Women seeking education and new opportunities to become contributing members of their communities
How We Help
Our programs are designed to support women holistically—from immediate needs to long-term growth.
Behind every act of support is the opportunity for a woman to rebuild her life with dignity and hope.
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Support organisations that provide safe housing and support for women in need
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Education grants to disadvantaged students creating new opportunities
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Compassionate programs empowering women to rebuild their lives
Get the facts
Key findings reported to police on Family Domestic Violence
Police-recorded FDV data are an underestimate of FDV-related offences
1 out of 6
Women experienced physical violence
HOSPITILISATIONS
Intimate partners are responsible for almost 80 per cent of the hospitalisations of women from family and domestic violence in WA, with 20 per cent of perpetrators being other family members.
What People Say About Our Foundation
"Thanks to the Education Award, I have the funds to pay for the bond and advance rental payments for a rental accommodation near the University."
Khiara D, recipient of the 2025 Zonta Club of Perth Post Secondary Education Award
- Sponsored by Perth Foundation for Women
Khiara is a student of Bachelor of Psychology and Bachelor of Laws program at Murdoch University.
“The delivery of donated socks to the Brollie Brigade. Homeless people who
use the shower truck are now able to get a clean pair of socks, thanks to
Perth Foundation for Women”
–Maxine (volunteer)
