We envisage a community in which families live free from the fear of family and domestic violence.
Our Mission
Breaking the cycle of intergenerational violence to assure the safety and well-being of our most vulnerable children, by supporting mothers, and engaging fathers to promote safe and responsible parenting.
The story of Stronger Families
Stronger Families was born out of a personal journey that many can relate to. Founders Geoff Hart-Davies and his wife, Jackie, first encountered the harsh reality of family and domestic violence (FDV) within their own family and close circle of friends. This painful discovery sparked the desire to make a real difference. With a shared commitment to understanding the complexities of FDV, they embarked on a mission to create lasting change, focusing on the root causes rather than quick fixes.
Geoff returned to education to gain a deeper understanding of the complex issues surrounding FDV. His life experiences, combined with new knowledge, equipped him with the tools to bring together a dedicated team, including Clinical Manager, Noël Robertson, who shares their vision, and deliver the foundation of the programs which make up Stronger Families today.
Together, they envisioned a programme that would empower fathers and men to take responsibility for their actions, fostering healthier relationships and safer environments for their children.
The Caring Dads program delivers the vision of Stronger Families to break the cycle of violence through education, support, and rehabilitation. By addressing the core issues and providing practical solutions, Geoff, Jackie, and their team aim to create a future where children can thrive free from fear.
Their commitment continues to inspire others, proving that change is possible when we confront difficult truths and work together towards healing.
Our Joint Patrons
His Excellency The Honourable Chris Dawson AC APM Governor of Western Australia and Mrs Darrilyn Dawson
Our Ambassadors
Alan Cransberg is a prominent Australian businessman and former Australian rule footballer who chaired the West Coast Eagles AFL team.
Mr Cransberg graduated from the University of WA with an honours degree in civil engineering, following which he joined Alcoa in various roles including a stint in the USA. During his 36 year tenure, Mr Cransberg was involved in managing mining, refining, smelting and technology activities in Australia before continuing his career in the US with responsibility for global metals manufacturing. He returned to Australia in 2008 as managing director of Alcoa Australia and president of global refining before retiring in 2016.
Mr Cransberg has also served in leadership positions on a number of boards including the Wirrpanda Foundation and Corporation, Black Swan State Theatre Company, John Swire and Sons, the UWA Business School, SAS Resources Trust, Ace Mining Solution and Wesfarmers.
He was a founding director of The Foundation for the Prevention of Violence Against Women and Their Children (now ‘Our Watch’), a founding member of the CEOs For Gender Equity, and has extensive experience and a passion for projects to improve gender equity.
Alan Cransberg
John Perry OAM
John grew up in Mandurah and then boarded at Aquinas College for six years. At the conclusion of his schooling, he completed the Real Estate Valuation Course at W.A.I.T., now Curtin University. Joining the family real estate business, founded in 1950 by Harry and Nancy Perry, John managed the firm for over forty years during which time he coordinated the development and marketing of over 1,600 residential lots at the family landholdings being Florida Beach, Dawesville and Madora Bay.
During this period John was involved in the community with some of his roles being:
President and Paul Harris Fellow of the Rotary Club of Mandurah
President of the Mandurah Chamber of Commerce
Chairman of the Peel Health Foundation
State REIWA Councillor representing the South West
President of the fundraising committee to rebuild St Patrick’s Cathedral, Bunbury
Recently John and his wife, Bella, co-founded the John & Bella Perry Foundation to donate to local registered charities. John was recognised in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday honours by being awarded an Order of Australia Medal. Now retired, his interests include travel and conducting a small farm at East Coolup.
Mr Fitzpatrick was born and bred in the Peel Region and is a descendant of a pioneering family since 1893. As a graduate of the UWA Advanced School of Management Program and the Australian Institute of Company Directors Paul brings a range of skills as a Company Director from a broadly based and diverse background with an emphasis on strategic planning that he acquired over 35 years of expertise in international business development and marketing in both the public and private sector.
He co-founded the international award winning ‘smart house’ technology, the Smart Company of Australia in 1993. In 2001 Paul returned to the Peel region to develop a lifestyle olive farm where he founded Farmstead Technology, a R&D company that specialised in innovative smart farm technology. Paul was elected to the Waroona Shire Council in 2002, serving 2 of his 7 years as Shire President. He was appointed to the board of Community First International as Deputy Chair in 2007 to 2010.
Paul was appointed to the Board of the Peel Development Commission in 2012 and Chairman of the Commission from 2014 to 2017. He also served on the CY O’Connor Foundation Board from 2017 to 2020, and as the inaugural Chair of the Stronger Families Foundation. A keen golfer Paul also served as President of the Mandurah Country Club from 2013 to 2016.
