Bars Behind Me
Walking with First Nations women, from prison to purpose!
Welcome
Welcome to Country was never intended for boardrooms or stages — it was a sacred ceremony of survival, offered by knowledge holders to guide travelers safely across harsh lands. It carried more than welcome — it held wisdom, lore, and respect.
Here at BBM, We respect all Aboriginal people of this Country
Empowering Aboriginal Women
Meet the Founder
My name is Barbara Brennan I am a proud Aboriginal woman of Gumbaynggirr descent with solid lifetime ties to the Dharawal language Nation of the Illawarra. I have long been a community advocate, and my lived experience leadership work centres around justice, healing, and systemic change.
Now the founder and Managing Director of Bars Behind Me Incorporated, an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation supporting women impacted by the justice system. Through BBM, I hope to build a legacy of empowerment, healing, and reintegration, grounded in culture and guided by the voices of women who have walked the hard road and survived.
This work bridges the grassroots with policy spaces, using our powerful voice to shape conversations around incarceration, mental health, and cultural safety. this approach is steeped in authenticity, lived truth, and cultural responsibility. I am committed to making sure the next generation of Aboriginal women aren’t just surviving, but leading.
Our Programs
Pen Pal
Sending messages of connection, strength and hope to our sista girls on lockdown. Our pen pal program aims to keep our women connected and spiritually strong
10am Video call
Our video call lets each woman be seen and heard as she is!
Setting a small goal for the day gives us purpose for the day and a celebration of achievement.
Saltwater sessions
Saltwater sessions
Saltwater healing!
Every Sunday at 10am we meet at Belambi beach, walk in the water and yarn and connect, then have brunch!
On cold days, we have other cultural activities that help us heal and connect.
contact
Better yet, see us in person!
Every Sunday 10am Bellambi Beach, Saltwater session
Bars Behind Me Incorporated
Ph 0466551835 Email: barbara@barsbehindme.org.au Po Box 30 Dapro NSW 2530
