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YWCA of Adelaide
Address
17 Hutt St, Adelaide, SA 5000 Australia
Telephone
8203 9400
Fax
8203 9498
Email
Website
Hours
Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Eligibility
Services generally available to all. Only women can be voting members
Fees
For membership and activities
Comment
Works for a just and inclusive society for all through the provision of local programs which address community needs. Provides opportunities for women, especially young women, to develop confidence and leadership skills, to contribute to debate and action on social justice issues and to support world YWCA initiatives on health, peace, human rights, the environment, refugees and migrants
Services
- Youth Mentoring - provides early intervention for disadvantaged young people who lack adult support and involvement in their lives. The Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) and Connect-4 programs develop self esteem, confidence and social relationships through mentoring
- ENCORE - an 8 week exercise program for women after mastectomy, lumpectomy or breast reconstruction surgery, includes floor and pool exercises and relaxation techniques
- Northern Service - programs and services to young people aged 12-25 years, living, attending school or socialising in the northern regions of Adelaide
- Women of the Wilderness and Women in the Bush - walking clubs meet throughout the year for bushwalking and social activities around and near Adelaide
- Women's Clubs - for women of all ages and backgrounds, meet weekly for social networking and fundraising activities
