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Financial wellbeing is about having enough money to cover expenses with some left over, being in control of your finances, and feeling financially secure in the short and long term. If you’ve experienced economic abuse this might seem a way off but there are services that can support you to rebuild. There are also many resources and toolkits available online.

CWES Money Clinics Money Clinics provide free, confidential, one on one appointments for women, non-binary and gender diverse people with financial concerns in the context of domestic and family violence. Money Clinics are staffed by violence-informed and trauma-informed women with financial counselling qualifications. 1800 730 031 (to make an appointment)
Financial Independence Hub The Financial Independence Hub is a free and confidential service by Good Shepherd to help people impacted by domestic and financial abuse establish a pathway to long-term financial recovery. Part of the Commonwealth Bank Next Chapter program. 9am to 5pm (AEST) 1300 050 150
WIRE WIRE is a centre for gender and economic equity that helps women and gender diverse people in Victoria navigate a range of issues. Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm. After hours by appointment. 1300 134 130
Good Shepherd No Interest Loans (NILS) Good Shepherd offers flexible, No Interest Loans of up to $2,000. The loans are government funded, with no fees, charges or interest to pay. Eligibility criteria applies. 13 64 57
Sister Works Sister Works Empowerment Hubs (Vic) equip migrant and refugee women with essential skills required to enhance their economic self-sufficiency.
Arise Foundation Arise Foundation focuses on the empowerment and financial freedom of survivors of economic abuse through non-interest loans, employment training and job placement, and wrap-around support services.
Zahra Foundation Zahra Foundation provides tailored programs and services that promote the economic empowerment of women in South Australia and NSW (Newcastle). Services include financial counselling. (08) 8352 1889 and (02) 4003 6228