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Wuu-rri Banma-li Project
Crisis Accomodation Services
The Wuu-rri Banma-li Project walks together with community members on their journey to safe, secure housing and happy homes. By providing culturally safe crisis accommodation services, staff offer compassionate support, guidance, and advocacy. They help navigate resources, connect individuals and families to housing options, and provide ongoing assistance to ensure a stable and secure transition. Through collaboration and culturally grounded approaches, the program fosters healing, empowerment, and community engagement every step of the way.
Meet the Team
WBCP supports Aboriginal community members facing crisis including homelessness and those experiencing domestic and family violence (DFV). The program delivers culturally sensitive, socially, and emotionally supportive services tailored to the unique needs of the local Aboriginal community. Itaims to provide a safe and nurturing environment while addressing the challenges faced by individuals and families in crisis.
Key elements of the program include:
Specialised Support for Aboriginal People:
Addressing the distinct needs of Aboriginal individuals and families, breaking down barriers to accessing mainstream services.
Comprehensive Assistance:
Offering advocacy, referrals, and connections to other services while supporting clients on their journey to safe, secure housing and happy homes.
Culturally Minded Service Model:
Collaborating with the local community and service providers to develop Aboriginal-led programs that are responsive, supportive, and focused on education and prevention.
Violence Prevention:
Providing culturally safe counselling and advocacy services. These services aim to provide essential support to individuals and families while fostering community engagement and connection
Community Shaped Programs: Integrating Aboriginal culture into all aspects of service delivery, shaped by the needs and aspirations of the community.
Empowering Services:
Delivering safety planning, risk assessment, case management, coordination, and resource linkages to promote healing, prevent harm, and ensure a nurturing environment for victims. This program is committed to fostering healing, empowerment, and community resilience through a culturally grounded and collaborative approach.
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Safety Planning
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Risk Assessment
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Referrals
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Case Management
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Case Co-ordination
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Linkages to Services
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Information
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Resources
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Advocacy
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Tailored Prorgrams
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Workshops
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Counselling
GET INVOLVED
Getting involved in the Wuu-rri Banma-li Project is an opportunity to contribute to the betterment of the community. By working together, we can strengthen community ties, improve collaboration with services, and ensure a strong support network for clients and families. Homelessness and Family, domestic, and sexual violence is a shared concern, and your involvement can help resource the community, empower individuals, and work toward eliminating violence.
LOCAL COMMUNITY MEMBERS CAN BECOME INVOLVED BY:
- Volunteer time and nominate for a position as a part of the advisory group
- Attend project workshops, events and activities
- Call or drop into the hub and have a yarn
- Provide feedback, suggestions and ideas
- Tell us what works and what doesn’t
SERVICE PROVIDERS CAN BECOME INVOLVED BY:
- Represent your organisation and nominate for a position as a part
of the advisory group
- Attend program events and activities
- Call or drop into the hub and have a yarn
- Provide feedback, suggestions and ideas
- Complete the Service Provider Mapping template
- Register to yarn with our project consultants Nama Julu
- Provide opportunities for collaboration.
ADVISORY GROUP
The Advisory Group plays a crucial role in shaping our services and programs by providing expert input and culturally informed guidance. Members contribute to the development of documents and processes, monitor program progress, and ensure alignment with local needs. Although the deadline for nominations has passed, we may still accommodate committed and interested individuals. If you are passionate about contributing to our community and meet the eligibility criteria, we encourage you to reach out to discuss potential opportunities.
HAVE A YARN
For more information about the project or to discuss how we can collaborate, please contact usat 02 6742 7038 or visit the hub at 167-169 Conadilly Street, Gunnedah, during business hours.
NAMA JULU
Gunida Gunyah Aboriginal Corporation is proud to partner with Nama Jalu Consulting, a majority Aboriginal-owned and led social enterprise. Nama Jalu Consulting brings extensive expertise in Aboriginal-led co-design, capacity building, evidence-based approaches, and trauma-informed practice.
Our caseworkers are based in the Community Hub in the CBD of Gunnedah. They are located at 167-169 Conadilly Street.
To speak to a caseworker, please call (02) 6742 7038 or drop by their hub. If you want to make a referral for yourself or on behalf of a client, please use the link provided below.
If you are unsure about reaching out to us, you can call the Domestic Violence Line at 1800 65 64 63 or 1800RESPECT (1800737732). If you are in immediate danger, please reach out to the police by dialing 000.
This project is proudly funded and supported by the Australian Government Department of Social Services.
Rachael Field is a proud Gomeroi woman who has lived in Gunnedah her entire life. She is very family-oriented, with three children and five grandchildren, and spends most of her time with her family. After leaving school, Rachael gained a traineeship with Red Chief LALC, where she also served as the board secretary. She then worked at Gunnedah Public School and Gunnedah Hospital before spending 11 years at St. Xavier's School in Aboriginal Education. Rachael has also served on the board for Gunida Gunyah and is now employed with Gunida Gunyah in the Crisis Program.
Mel is a compassionate, empathetic, and non-judgmental individual who is relocating to Gunnedah to be closer to family. With a strong commitment to improving the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities, Mel assists with mental health, social health, emotional well-being, and financial difficulties. With 13 years of experience at Douglass Hanly Pathology as a Pathology Collector and Trainer, Mel has developed excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills. Known for being assertive yet approachable, Mel maintains committed to supporting clients to reach their goals.
Gunida Gunyah is a proud associate organisation member of Domestic Violence NSW
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