Pop In Newsletter November 2025
As we enter the festive season, I find myself reflecting deeply on why Pop In exists and why our work matters so profoundly. Across Australia this year, 58 women and 22 children have lost their lives to gender-based violence. Each one represents a story that should have continued - a life that deserved safety and love.
This month marks the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, beginning on Tuesday 25 November, which also coincides with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. I encourage you to visit our website to discover ways you can get involved and stand alongside us in saying no more.
We would also love to see you at our Light the Night event on Thursday 27 November at the Briars Inn - a beautiful evening of remembrance and hope. If you’d like to show additional support, you can sponsor a lantern and help us light up the night.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our Boots and Blazers lunch, together we raised over $100,000 for Pop In. Your generosity continues to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of women and children in our community.
As Christmas approaches, we’re once again reaching out to those who would like to donate a gift for a child who may not otherwise experience the joy of the season. Gifts for all ages are appreciated - please give us a call, email or visit our social media pages to find out more.
From all of us at Pop In, thank you for walking beside us, we are creating a community where safety and kindness always shine through.
With gratitude,
Vicki Kelley
Chair and Co-Founder
16 Days of Activism Starts Next Week!
Join us and SAY NO to domestic violence and abuse.
There are plenty of ways to get involved - visit our website or socials for more information, and join us and the rest of the world in this global movement to take a stand against gender-based violence.
Boots & Blazers Lunch raises over $100K for Pop In!
What an incredible afternoon of community spirit! The Boots & Blazers Lunch brought together 75 guests and thanks to matched donations from generous locals, more than $100,000 was raised for Pop In.
Huge thanks to organisers Georgie Curran, Pip Chauncy, Aurélie Durif, Leah Bischoff and Susie Tonkin, with auctioneer James Chauncy, and to our wonderful speakers Louella Grattan-Smith (Director) and our very own Vicki Kelley (Chair).
Argyle Housing Pantry Collection
We’re so grateful to the incredible team at Argyle Housing who recently came together to donate to the Pop In Pantry - filling our shelves with everything from nappies and kids’ lunch snacks to pet food and hygiene products.
Thank you, Argyle Housing, for standing with us and our community.
Help Make Christmas Magical for a Local Child.
If you’re able, please help us bring joy to a child this Christmas.
We’re looking for gifts for children of all ages - every donation makes a difference and means the world to families doing it tough this season.
(02) 4872 1229 or email programs@popin.org.au
Thank you for helping us spread kindness and joy this Christmas.
Our landline will be checked occasionally, but for urgent support:
Call 000 in an emergency
1800 RESPECT – 1800 737 732
Link2Home (Housing) – 1800 152 152