
Rikki James
Rikki James is a resilient survivor of domestic violence who, after enduring severe abuse, successfully fled from her past life in Cairns to find safety along New South Wales' South Coast. After years of homelessness and living in various social housing situations, she finally moved into her permanent home in December 2023, having waited three years for housing. At 60 years old, she remains optimistic despite facing health challenges, including a blood cancer diagnosis. James is an advocate for the many women and children who struggle with the long wait for social housing, highlighting the urgent need for more support and resources for survivors of domestic violence in Australia.
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