Salvation Army

The Salvation Army has been working in Geelong since 1883 & since that time has allowed the ordination of women. The Salvation Army work in Geelong now includes Kardinia Women’s Services (KWS). They have a diverse range of programs that support women & children who are experiencing homelessness with often multiple accompanying issues. Women hold several of the leading jobs in the Salvation Army in Geelong & its Chaplain is Major Dorothy Poke.