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Prison Network

The majority of women in prison have suffered trauma and abuse which has been a driver to incarceration.

Imprisonment, by its nature, is dehumanising, isolating, and intimidating. This can impact mental and physical health, diminish hope, and reduce capacity to create change.

In this space Prison Network aims to be a source of hope, dignity and purpose.

We journey with women in and beyond prison, providing the support and courage they need to navigate positive pathways and create change. We help strengthen family and community ties and improve outcomes for children with a mother in prison.

Through this relational support we see inter-generational cycles of incarceration and disadvantage forever disrupted.

12 Aug, 2026
Volunteer
Board Chair
Prison Network Melbourne VIC, Australia
Provide strategic leadership to a highly engaged and collaborative Board.......   Prison Network Australia | Voluntary Appointment | Approximately 1 Day per Week | Melbourne Lead an organisation transforming lives through governance, purpose and hope. Prison Network Australia has been supporting women in and beyond prison for more than 75 years. Grounded in Christian faith, dignity, restoration and hope, the organisation works alongside women as they rebuild their lives, strengthen family connections and create lasting change. Prison Network Australia is entering an exciting new phase of growth. Recent funding has enabled significant expansion of its housing initiatives, the organisation has launched its first social enterprise, and a new strategic plan is currently being developed. Following the outstanding leadership of the outgoing Chair, the Board is seeking an exceptional individual to guide the organisation through its next chapter. About...