Welcome to Ishar
Ishar Multicultural Women’s Health Services provides holistic services to women from all walks of life and cultural backgrounds. Ishar is an LGBTQI-friendly service and welcomes women of any sexual orientation, anyone who identifies as a woman and anyone who was assigned a female identity at birth.
For 30 years, Ishar’s primary purpose has been to serve and support the refugee and migrant women in the community. We believe that if women are inspired and empowered, they are able to empower their families, and communities and create change at a collective level.
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Our Services
We’re here to support you.
All services are available either in person or over the phone.
Our GPs and midwife will provide support for you in person.
All services are bulk-billed, low-cost or free. We provide access to free interpreters.
Our Impact
Ishar was established in 1992 under the national Women’s Health Strategy. Clients are mainly women from 20-70, with low English language skills, usually relying on a pension as they rebuild their lives in Australia. Each year Ishar services approximately 2500 women from over 100 ethnicities making over 50,000 service contacts.
50000+
SERVICES
We have an average of 50000 contact services p/a to…
4600+
CALD WOMEN
approximately 4600+ culturally and linguistically diverse women since 2015 from…
100+
ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS
over 100 ethnic backgrounds.
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2018
I heard about Ishar by word of mouth. When I started coming to Ishar programs, I found it very beneficial. It helped me to cope with my depression. I met many women from different countries and made friends. I have fun here and they invite guest speakers to give information on different topics. There are qualified creche workers at Ishar who help children to learn and make friends. Staff are very friendly and helpful. I love coming to Ishar.
Zahra
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Our Team
The staff at Ishar come from a range of different cultural backgrounds. Ishar ensures clients have access to a full range of expertise offered by its multidisciplinary team. View our team here.
Get Involved
From participating in activities and groups to making a donation online, there are many opportunities to get involved with Ishar. Click on the links below or get in contact with us to learn more about all the ways you can support our mission. We look forward to hearing from you!
Sign Up For a Membership
Ishar’s free membership allows you to be notified about upcoming events and projects, have access to health information, and to vote in Annual or Special General Meetings.
Volunteer Opportunities
Ishar relies on the support of volunteers and offers a range of positions suited to a variety of skill sets. Please sign up or contact us if you are interested in learning more.
Make a Donation
As a not for profit organisation, Ishar relies on donations from the Western Australian community. All donations, great or small, are greatly appreciated and are put to good use.
Our Partners
Many organisations have supported and collaborated with us to provide inclusive, holistic and culturally sensitive services for women and their families promoting healthy communities.
