In the final episode of our Growing Strong podcast series, we had the privilege of chatting with Cherylee, a very wise and proud Ngarrindjeri Yorta-Yorta woman. Cherylee shares her - and her family’s - experiences with systemic racism and how understanding and change can lead to real reconciliation.
Jen is a survivor of domestic violence who is determined to leave a positive legacy for her children. In this episode of Growing Strong, Jen explains her story from making the initial steps to protect her family to her newfound vocation at the Hackham Community Centre, run by Junction, where she works to empower others and help them to not just survive, but thrive in life.
When Ami flew to Melbourne with her newborn son, Levi, for emergency surgery, she thought she’d be coming home with a child with a mended heart. However, there she received a diagnosis that changed her family forever. In this episode, we speak to Ami and her daughter Ayla about how the Sibling’s in Focus program, run by Junction, has helped them find a community after Levi’s diagnosis with what many call ‘the friendly syndrome’.
When Amelia Balmer got married, her husband brought some serious baggage - literally - in the form of a train carriage, a vintage bus, a phone box and 10 cars. Today, she’s found a career in decluttering - and has some great tips, as well as incredible stories from the lives she’s helped turn around.
When Nathan and Michelle were approached to provide emergency accommodation for a 15-year-old boy, the couple knew it was meant to be. Six months on, the family of five is now a family of six – and while it hasn’t been all smooth sailing, they wouldn’t have it any other way.
Rising from the Ashes
It was one of the most devastating bushfires in our nation’s history. With her home destroyed and family missing, Bec Davis summoned the strength to support others through Kangaroo Island’s darkest days. In this episode, we speak with Junction support worker Bec, and Community Centre Co-ordinator Maree Baldwin about how they are helping their community rise from the ashes.
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