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As a nation, Timor-Leste experienced violence for decades. It’s a legacy that doesn’t just disappear overnight. The Caritas Uma PAS Shelter in Bacau, a city of about 20,000 people, provides a desperately-needed refuge for women and girls fleeing domestic violence. Sydney Bishop Richard Umbers was welcomed to the Shelter during a visit in January. Photo: Nicole Chehine
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Rising above a violent history

Staff Writers -
Violence across all facets of life has been part of the fabric of Timor-Leste for the past half-century. After the struggle to gain independence from...
Rather than receive gifts this year, mums at Our Lady of Good Counsel worked with their children to give gifts to women staying in local shelters. From left: Grace Smith and mum Georgie, Alanna and daughter Lola Nicols, Nicole and her daughter Aria Clancy. Photo: Giovanni Portelli
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Making sure no one is forgotten

Marilyn Rodrigues -
Rather than look forward to treats from their child’s Mother’s Day stall this year, some school mums have banded together to arrange luxurious hampers...
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