Meet some of the many inspiring clients, staff and supporters who are working with Ruah to end disadvantage in Western Australia. We are particularly grateful to those who have shared their personal journey with such generosity and hope. Their lived experience of trauma, struggle and triumph is a powerful inspiration and motivation for us all.
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Sarah’s full circle journey from Safe Night Space to a safer future
17 June 2026
Family Services, Homelessness
When Sarah first connected with Ruah, she was in crisis. Escaping family and domestic violence, she had nowhere safe to...
Emma finds resilience through Trauma-Informed care
2 October 2025
Homelessness, Mental Health & Wellness
Emma* engaged with Ruah’s services for approximately 14 months. When she first reached out, she felt overwhelmed. Returning to Australia...
For many years, Bob* lived with the symptoms of schizophrenia in near-total isolation. Loneliness became part of his daily life,...
Nearly two years ago, Samantha* was admitted to the Mother and Baby Mental Health Unit at Fiona Stanley Hospital. She...
When Alex* first reached out to through Ruah, they weren’t sure it was the right fit and ultimately declined support....
Dugarme’s keys to freedom
18 November 2023
Advocate, Homelessness
All this happy 66-year-old needed to get his life back on track was a place to call ‘home’ and someone...
Anthea’s bold strides to independence
18 November 2023
Homelessness
Anthea is an artist and frequently volunteers at Kambarang Women’s Refuge teaching art classes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander...
Sophie masters the art of standing up to family violence
18 November 2023
Family Services, Ruah Legal, Team member
For Ruah Family and Domestic Violence lawyer Sophie, fighting injustice and gender-based abuse is a family tradition. Sophie, whose law...