The Miscarriage Australia website offers evidence-based support for Australians affected by miscarriage while providing a referral source for healthcare providers. "The website is based on Miscarriage Australia research that found people want information and resources about miscarriage in the one place, informed by strong evidence and reputable experts and sources" says Dr Jade Bilardi. “My own experiences of miscarriage showed me clearly the huge difference between positive support experiences and poor support experiences." The website aims to become a leading source of trusted miscarriage information around Australia, referred to by pregnancy loss, perinatal mental health and healthcare organisations.https://miscarriageaustralia.com.au
Write the World notebooks has raised more than $114,000 for charities tackling global poverty. Created by a family who wanted to do more, they fund the notebooks themselves – all with different designs by prominent artists. “We produce gorgeous notebooks and sell them online to raise money to tackle issues around global poverty. Every $10 notebook purchased becomes a $10 donation to one of The Life You Can Save’s recommended charities,” says founder Kate Tapping.The Life You Can Save makes smart giving simple by "recommending charities that save lives and improve well-being where each dollar goes the furthest."https://www.writetheworldnotebooks.org
“We ignite smiles, refuel spirits, and remind those battling serious illnesses that joy and resilience are the fuel that propels us forward” says Andy Kahle, founder of Therapy on Wheels, who knows firsthand the importance of respite from the challenges of serious illness.“Motorsport was the outlet that gave me strength, and now I share that - offering moments of joy and empowerment."Therapy on Wheels combines the exhilarating experience of race car passenger rides with the healing power of emotional recharge, providing a unique and uplifting approach to support individuals facing serious illness. www.therapyonwheels.asn.au
Veterinarian Dr Claire Stevens is passionate about the human-animal bond. Dr Stevens says the non-judgemental and calming nature of dogs can “...help children relax and overcome challenging emotions and fears around reading.” Helping almost 3,000 children every week, Story Dogs is a reading support program that uses accredited dogs to make reading comfortable (and fun). The charity has seen reading levels increase and confidence soar.“If a child goes from being a fearful or reluctant reader to looking forward to their reading sessions, our job is done - and this is how the dogs help,” says Co-Founder, Janine Sigley. https://ideaspies.com/posts/heartwarming-charity-partners-with-dogs-to-help-children-read
Martin Stark started the World Gay Boxing Championship (WGBC) to stop homophobia and transphobia in the sport. The WGBC has built a relationship with the amateur boxing community in Australia to create something that has never existed before. Martin says the inaugural competition created new ground for conversations and removed barriers for LGBTQIA+ people with an interest in boxing on a global stage: “It is a boxing competition where everyone is able to participate in a friendly and welcoming environment, visible allyship of professional Australian and world boxing champions, and a celebration of the sport.”
Digital literacy across Australia is variable. But 3 million Australians in 2020 were not online and not able to take advantage of the educational, health, social and financial benefits of being connected. A Queensland-based charity is using vehicles operated by volunteers to provide access, empathy and problem-solving support for vulnerable women. The Hubs are outfitted with technology such as laptops, phones, printers, smart TV and coffee/tea making facilities. “Simply put, we want to reduce social and digital isolation, domestic and family violence and homelessness through the power of connection,” says Jo Westh, founder of 4 Voices. https://www.4voices.org.au
