Give the Gift of Safety and Support: Our Christmas Appeal for Domestic Violence Survivors
Our Christmas Appeal is an opportunity to spread warmth and hope to those who need it most. Your support can help us provide shelter, resources, and the chance for a brighter future. Join us in making this season brighter for survivors.
KNOW THE SIGNS
People experience domestic and family violence across all age groups, economic levels, ethnic backgrounds and across all kinds of relationship
WHAT TO DO
Do not let fear of the unknown keep you in a dangerous and unhealthy situation. Read this safety suggestions for deciding whether to leave or stay.
WHO TO TALK TO
It is OK to ask for help at any point in your life. This section lists contact details for services that can assist you in a crisis and help you process and cope with your experience.
Support Services
We believe that everyone has the right to live free from violence and fear, and our support services
are designed to help individuals and families affected by domestic and family violence
to build a safer and brighter future.
Safe Rooms
These rooms provide a safe and confidential space for individuals to seek support and assistance. They are staffed by trained professionals who can provide information, support and referrals to other services as needed.
Counselling
Counselling is an important tool for helping survivors of domestic and family violence to cope with their trauma and work towards healing. Our counselling services are provided by qualified and experienced professionals who offer a safe and confidential space for individuals to talk about their experiences.
Case Management
We offer case management services. Case managers work closely with individuals to develop a tailored plan to help them achieve their goals and work towards a safer and more stable future. This may involve connecting them with other services, such as legal or financial assistance.
Referrals
Finally, we offer referrals to other relevant services that may be able to provide additional support to individuals impacted by domestic and family violence. These may include legal, financial or housing services.
Connect Groups
Finally, we offer referrals to other relevant services that may be able to provide additional support to individuals impacted by domestic and family violence. These may include legal, financial or housing services.
Who is Lisa Harnum?
Lisa Harnum was thirty years old when she died, having been thrown from the 15th floor balcony in Sydney City, by her fiancé Simon Gittany. In the lead up to her death, Lisa had been intimidated and controlled by this man she feared. When Lisa tried to escape, Gittany became aggressive, dragged her back in to their apartment and ended her life.
Lisa represents every person who has been directly or indirectly affected by some kind of violence or abuse – whether it is physical, mental, emotional or financial. Yet, we tend to believe it will get better, so we ignore it or turn away instead of facing it. In truth, it will never be eradicated unless we face it head on and take a stand. Unless we make it STOP.
Making it stop means intervening. Making it stop means reporting it. Making it stop means saying something or doing something if the situation safely allows it. A few seconds can mean the difference between life and death.
The loss of Lisa is devastating, and the pain is endless. The Lisa Harnum Foundation is the voice for those who need it. Through education, support and the provision of safe rooms, the Foundation is the light in the darkness, and a helping hand when you need it most. - Joan Harnum, Lisa's Mother
Our Corporate Partners and Sponsors
The Lisa Harnum Foundation would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our corporate and private sponsors for their support in helping us achieve our mission of eradicating domestic violence. Without the generosity and commitment of our corporate partners, we would not be able to provide crucial services for those in need. Your contribution has made a real difference in the lives of women and children who have suffered from domestic abuse. We are deeply grateful for your ongoing support,
and we look forward to continuing our partnership to create a safer future for all.
Signature Group
Rotary Club Dural
BNI Elite
Amazon Australia
West-Pennant Hills Cherrybrook Lions Club
Go-Transit Media Group
