Stories & News

Take a minute to read and listen to the courageous stories of survivors and news from the Academy.

Cass Aggett 1/1/24 Cass Aggett 1/1/24

Primer article “Meet The Women Helping Family Violence Survivors Into Digital Careers”

Support for women survivors of domestic violence to regain their sense of control, hope and agency over their future.

Melanie Greblo 1/1/24 Melanie Greblo 1/1/24

Here’s How Workplaces can Support Women Survivors of Domestic Violence

Impacts of domestic violence ‘cannot be left at home’. Here’s how employers can support victim-survivors better. Thanks to Women’s Agenda for highlighting this important issue and our work in this space.

Melanie Greblo 21/12/23 Melanie Greblo 21/12/23

It took Emma 8 years after fleeing violence to get back to work

The return to work journey for survivors of domestic violence is long, and not linear. It was a pleasure to talk to 9Honey about this issue and what Banksia Academy is doing to change the trajectory.

Melanie Greblo 1/12/23 Melanie Greblo 1/12/23

Banksia Academy Hub in MamaMag

Our founder, Mel Greblo was interviewed upon the launch of our virtual Hub, an Australian first for women and non-binary survivors of domestic and family violence.

Melanie Greblo 30/10/23 Melanie Greblo 30/10/23

Banksia Unveils Workplace Hub for Survivors - Dynamic Business

“Australian not-for-profit organization Banksia Academy, has launched a “Workplace Hub” aimed at providing support to women and non-binary survivors of domestic and family violence (DFV) within the workplace. “

Cass Aggett 14/12/22 Cass Aggett 14/12/22

A message from Florence Thum on our guided meditation

Florence Thum is a psychotherapist with a deep interest in mindfulness and meditation and has been supporting women in our Hub. Hear more from Florence here.