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We have a strong team of dedicated Board members who reflect the diversity, gender equality and social inclusion highly valued within WLSWA. Board members are pivotal to upholding our core values of justice, equality, integrity, leadership and respect and to developing strategic priorities that promote our vision, mission and values. This includes the provision of high quality services for Western Australia’s most vulnerable women and addressing inequalities in the legal system that adversely affect vulnerable women.

Any current Board vacancies will be listed on this page. If you are interested in applying for any advertised vacancies on this page or have any questions about our Board, please email our Board Chair at chairperson@wlswa.org.au.

 

 

The latest news & insights

Media Release – Advocates welcome Budget investment to address economic abuse and weaponisation of the child support system

15 May 2026 News

A national alliance of women’s organisations, the Non Payment of Child Support Working Group, welcomes the Federal Government’s $182.6 million investment in strengthening the child support system to ensure women and their children receive the support they are entitled to. The investment is a necessary step forward and signals growing recognition of the need for stronger enforcement, better oversight, and …

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Holiday office closure 2025/26

19 December 2025 News

Please note that our offices will be closed from 23 December 2025 at 4:00 PM and reopen on 5 January 2026 at 9:00 AM. We hope that you have a restful and safe holiday period and we look forward to our return in the new year. If you are experiencing an emergency or crisis during this time, please refer to the …

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