This guide is designed for individuals who want to deepen their understanding of forced marriage, domestic servitude and labour exploitation through personal reflection. With each video there is a section with reflective questions, law, and information about support services.

Download the guide for step-by-step instructions on how to use the videos.

You can also download the individual topic sections to focus on one topic at a time.

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There are three story-based videos that have been developed to raise awareness and break down complex information on forced marriage, domestic servitude, and forced labour into simple relatable information. These story-based videos present these issues in a way that allows for ‘othering’, yet foster a sense of empowerment through awareness, education, and meaningful engagement aimed at challenging and disrupting harmful norms and practices.

Each video has natural community discussion points where the facilitator pauses to hold a discussion and reflection with the participants.

Each video comes with a complete guide of questions to support discussion after each scene.

Download the guide for step-by-step instructions on how to use the videos.

You can also download the individual topic sections to focus on one topic at a time. 

Explore topics:

E: info@ssi.org.au

Planned for completion in mid-2026, the Logan Hub is a purpose-built facility jointly funded by SSI and the Queensland Government to create new economic opportunities for Logan City residents.

The Hub aims to revolutionise the landscape of community infrastructure by establishing a central place that connects people with services, opportunities and support, leading to positive economic contributions and change in the Logan community.

• A new, first of its kind ‘Economic Hub’ to be built in the heart of Logan Central, Queensland.
• $15 million, 2600sqm community infrastructure, over four levels.
• All-in-one facility for job seekers and employers to access better opportunities, and tap into a skilled workforce, increasing overall economic participation.
• Construction completed by mid-2026.

We’re looking for passionate partners who want to:

• Deliver programs or co-locate services that strengthen our community
• Lease space for your social enterprise or community-focused business
• Collaborate on funding applications and innovation projects that amplify our collective impact

The name of the Hub will be chosen by the community it serves. Advisory group members will speak with their communities to gather ideas, and all suggestions will be carefully reviewed. Together, we’ll create a shortlist and share the final choice with the community. This way, the Hub’s name will reflect Logan’s spirit, identity and shared vision for the future.

For any enquiries or questions please get in touch with us at loganhub@ssi.org.au.

The development of the Logan Hub was developed with the support of the Queensland Government’s Community Infrastructure Investment Partnership (CIIP) program in association with SSI.

Safe, Healthy and Empowered Relationships (SHER) is a Domestic and Family Violence behaviour intervention program for men who speak Dari, Swahili, Samoan and Karen, and are living in Logan, Ipswich, Brisbane, Gold Coast or Moreton Bay.

The goal of this program is to increase safety for women and children by providing men an opportunity to take accountability for their actions recognising the harm their violence and behaviour choices are having on family.

This program helps you:

• Build effective ways to handle difficult situations without conflict
• Take responsibility for your actions and impact on others
• Build healthy family relationships as a father and husband

This program is for men who:

• come from an Afghan Dari, Swahili, Samoan and Karen speaking backgrounds living in Logan, Ipswich, Brisbane, Ipswich, Gold Coast, or Moreton Bay
• are concerned about how their behaviour affects their family
• are ready to make positive changes in their relationships

The SHER program can help to:

• Understand the difference between unhealthy and healthy relationships
• Build new ways to handle difficult situations
• Take accountability for your actions to build a safer home for your family
• Build better connections with those you care about

Individual support phase

• One-hour weekly sessions
• Private discussions with a skilled bi-cultural workers
• Opportunity to discuss your specific situation
• Prepare for group work in a comfortable, private setting
• Explore new perspectives on family relationships
• Build strategies for creating a safer home environment

Group program phase (16 weeks)

• Weekly sessions
• Closed group format (same participants throughout the program)
• Learn from and support other men in similar situations
• Develop practical skills for positive change

Sessions take place every Thursday evening for 16 weeks, 6 – 8pm commencing April 2025
Gould Adams Community Centre, 558-662 Kingston Road, Kingston

If you or someone is in immediate danger, please call Triple Zero (000) for emergency services.

If you are subjected to or impacted by sexual violence, know someone who is, or are triggered by this content and would like to access support, please contact:

• 1800 RESPECT – Call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732, chat online or video call via their website for confidential domestic, family and sexual violence counselling information and support services
• DV Connect – Call 1800 811 811 for immediate support with crisis transport and accommodation in QLD
• Lifeline – Call 13 11 14
• 99 Steps – 07 3412 8282 or 99steps@ssi.org.au for women from CALD backgrounds living in Logan/Beenleigh experiencing DFV. Support includes information, advice, case work support and referral

Due to a high volume of applications, the Health Support Navigation Service (HSNS) will temporarily pause new Expressions of Interest (EOI’s) from 2 February. The EOI form will reopen on 4 May when new referrals will resume. This short pause will allow our team to focus on supporting people who have already applied, ensuring we continue to provide timely, person-centred assistance without extended wait times. We appreciate your understanding and we are grateful to be supporting so many community members who need help navigating the healthcare system.

The service supports individuals from CALD and refugee populations, and those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to have better access to primary health care in South Western Sydney Region

There is a critical need for improved service navigation to support better primary healthcare outcomes for CALD, refugee, and homeless communities. Many face barriers such as limited culturally appropriate services, low health literacy, stigma, and financial or mental health challenges. With the right care and support, people can more easily navigate the system and access the healthcare they need.

People who are eligible for the service include those who:

• are residents of the South Western Sydney (SWS) Local Government Areas (LGA’s) of: Bankstown-Canterbury, Fairfield, Liverpool, Campbelltown, Camden, Wollondilly, Wingecarribee.
• are refugees or asylum seekers
• are experiencing homeless or are at risk of homelessness
• are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds who were born overseas and usually speak a language other than English at home

Eligible participants receive:

• GP visits
• Health checks
• Pathology
• Preventative health activities such as vaccinations, cancer screening and STI/BBV testing
• Wound care
• Allied health such as speech therapy and podiatry
• Mental health psychology and/or psychiatry visits
• Approved medical aids
• Medical form support

We’d love to work with your organisation. Partner with us to bring your expertise to those who need it most.

Whether you’re a community health centre, GP clinic experienced with homeless populations, CALD and refugee community organisation, multicultural group, faith leader, or specialist service provider, we invite you to join us on this initiative.

• Co-host information sessions within your community
• Address the multifaceted needs of individuals and families within the target populations by facilitating smooth client transfers and referrals
• Provide your expertise to contribute to a robust referral network to ensure clients can access holistic support – from a range of services, including:
  • CALD and refugee organisations
  • Refugee and asylum seeker support services
  • Homelessness support and services
  • Community health providers and GPs
  • Community and faith groups

Contact us at clientservices@ssi.org.au for more information.