“The Birth of a Dream : Jenny’s Place Women & Children’s Refuge Newcastle (Sept 1977- Sept 2017)”
Compiled by Suzanne (Suzie) Romani. Foreward written by Marcia Chapman, Manager Jenny’s Place Inc.
Publication “The Birth of a Dream : Jenny’s Place Women & Children’s Refuge Newcastle (Sept 1977- Sept 2017)” is a history of Jenny’s Place Women and children’s refuge in Newcastle (Australia).
Jenny’s Place is a not-for-profit community-based service established in Newcastle in 1977. The refuge provides direct relief and support to women and children who are experiencing domestic violence and/or homelessness (or are at risk of homelessness).
Sponsored by Chris Boswell CEO Strategic Group.

I volunteered here when first opened
Fantastic, thanks Lorraine. I’d love to talk to you about those early days of the refuge. We are now in our 45th year and interested in our history. Can you please email me at communityrelations@jennysplace.org