Manny’s Story
When Manny was 6 years old his father was incarcerated on drug charges. The two years that followed weren’t easy; his mother sometimes struggled to cope with the demands of parenting four children alone.
Stories of Impact
A safe harbour: How KidsXpress supported one family experiencing domestic violence and homelessness
There’s a well-entrenched stereotype which perpetuates the idea that homeless people are alcohol-dependent middle-aged people roughing it in parks and bus shelters.
A group experience: The story of six boys who were never naughty
With an ICSEA ranking of 824 (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) – well below the national average – Wood’s Public School in Sydney’s Mt Druitt region is punching above its weight in providing quality education and learning experiences for some of our city’s most vulnerable children.
Talia's Safe Space: A KidsXpress Sensory Activity
When 8-yr old Talia was referred to KidsXpress earlier this year, she was in the midst of moving into what would be her sixth home.
The Memory Of Music: How KidsXpress helped shape one child's future career path
Despite being very young at the time, Joel Kassel remembers three things from his participation on the KidsXpress program.
Kiah's Story
When 9-year-old Kiah came to KidsXpress, she was a bright-eyed girl with a love for dancing. No one would have guessed that her early life was plagued by the kind of trauma you read about in the news.
Jack's Story
When Jack was six years old, he watched his little brother take his last breath on the asphalt after being hit by a speeding driver.
Angelique's Story
Ten-year-old Angelique lives with her mum and half-sister. She doesn’t remember a time when her father, Sam, hasn’t been involved with the criminal justice system.
Aaliyah's Story
Nine-year old Aaliyah attends Year 4 at one of our partner schools in Sydney’s south-west. She is very bright and does well at school. She’s engaged in her learning and always very well-behaved.
Campaigns
See The Signs
An estimated 72% of Australian children have been exposed to at least one traumatic event relating to abuse, neglect, grief or other significant adversity.
