Jannawi Family Centre

Every child deserves the chance to feel safe, supported, and connected. 💛

As we approach the end of the financial year, we’re asking our community to stand with us in supporting children and families who need it most.

At Jannawi Family Centre, our Kids Support Programs provide children with opportunities to heal, build confidence, strengthen relationships, and simply enjoy being children. From therapeutic group activities and school holiday experiences to practical assistance and community connection, these programs help create brighter futures.

While government funding supports many aspects of our work, it doesn’t cover everything. There are often gaps between what is funded and what children and families genuinely need.

Your tax-deductible donation before 30 June can help bridge that gap.

By giving today, you can help us provide:
✨ Therapeutic and wellbeing activities for children
✨ School holiday experiences and community outings
✨ Practical resources and support for families doing it tough
✨ Safe, nurturing spaces where children can connect and thrive

Together, we can ensure that no child misses out because of financial barriers

Donate before EOFY and help make a difference in a child’s life.

🔗 Link in bio. https://www.jannawi.org.au/appeal/

🐧🧁 Penguin Cupcake Fun at Youth Zone! 🧁🐧

Our young people at Youth Zone had a wonderful time getting creative in the kitchen, decorating their very own penguin cupcakes! 💙✨

From spreading icing to adding the finishing touches, the activity was filled with laughter, teamwork, and plenty of imagination. Activities like these provide opportunities for children and young people to build confidence, develop fine motor skills, strengthen social connections, and simply enjoy being kids in a safe and supportive environment.

At Jannawi Family Centre, we believe that creating positive experiences through fun, engaging activities helps foster a sense of belonging, connection, and wellbeing.

A big congratulations to our Youth Zone participants – your penguin cupcakes looked too cute to eat! 🐧🧁💛

Every child deserves a childhood. 💛

Today, on World Day Against Child Labour, we stand alongside communities across the world in recognising the rights of all children to be safe, supported, and free to learn, play and thrive.

Child labour often reflects broader experiences of vulnerability, poverty, violence and disadvantage. As adults, communities and service systems, we all have a role to play in creating environments where children are protected, nurtured and given every opportunity to reach their full potential.

At Jannawi, we remain committed to strengthening the safety and wellbeing of children and families through culturally responsive, trauma-informed support.

Because childhood should be filled with connection, curiosity and hope — not hardship.

Public Holiday Closure Notice

Jannawi Family Centre will be closed on Monday 8 June and will reopen as usual on Tuesday.

We hope our families, children, staff, and community members enjoy a safe and restful day spent with loved ones, taking time to recharge and connect.

✨ See you on Tuesday!

🧠 The Science Behind Slime

Ever wonder why kids love making slime so much? It is more than just messy fun. It is actually a powerful, trauma-informed therapy tool!

For children who have experienced big stressors, traditional therapy through talking can sometimes feel overwhelming. That is where sensory play steps in.

Here is why slime is a therapeutic powerhouse:

✨ Regulates the Nervous System: Squeezing, stretching, and pulling slime helps release pent-up physical tension and lowers stress hormones.

✨ Grounds the Mind: The focus on textures, colours, and shapes brings kids safely into the present moment.

✨ Encourages Choice: Deciding on colors, glitter, and texture gives children a safe sense of control and agency.

✨ Builds Connection: Making slime together creates a low-pressure space for shared joy and open communication.

At Jannawi, we use evidence-based sensory activities to help children heal, express their emotions, and rebuild a sense of safety.

National Reconciliation Week May 27 🖤💛❤️

At Jannawi, we recognise reconciliation as an ongoing journey of listening, learning, truth-telling, and walking together with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This week is an opportunity to reflect on our shared history, honour culture and community, and commit to creating a future grounded in respect, connection, and equity for all.

Reconciliation is everyone’s responsibility — and meaningful change happens through everyday actions, relationships, and conversations.

Together, we walk forward.

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🍲🗣️ Learning English Through Cooking

There’s something powerful about learning in a space that feels welcoming, practical and connected.

Our Cooking & English Group brings people together to share recipes, build confidence, practice everyday conversation and connect with community — all while preparing delicious meals together.

Learning English while cooking is a practical and engaging way to:
✨ Build confidence in speaking and listening
✨ Learn everyday words and phrases naturally
✨ Strengthen social connection and belonging
✨ Share culture, stories and traditions through food
✨ Develop skills in a relaxed and supportive environment

Because language learning is more than worksheets — it’s about connection, participation and feeling part of community. 💛

Time: 10am -12:30pm
Location: 4C’s The Cottage – 28 Croydon st Lakemba
Session Dates: Tuesday 9th 16th and 23rd of June 2026

For more information call Fida at Jannawi Family Centre on 02 9750 0500

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Mathew* just wanted to join Judo like his friends 💛

But after experiencing the impacts of domestic violence, life had already become more complicated than any child’s should be.

For Mathew and his mum, Sarah*, financial pressure meant opportunities like sport felt out of reach.

Thanks to the support of our community, Mathew was able to enrol in Judo and receive his own judogi.
Now he’s no longer watching from the sidelines.
He’s learning new skills, building confidence, making friends, and simply getting to be a child.

For children recovering from trauma, activities like Judo can provide:
✨ Structure and routine
✨ Positive role models
✨ Confidence and connection
✨ Emotional regulation
✨ A sense of belonging

Healing happens in many ways — sometimes it begins with the chance to step onto the mat.
Read Mathew’s full story via the link in our bio.
*Names changed for privacy.

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