History
SAVI commenced as a self-help support group in 1981 and remained a volunteer network for 16 years. In 1997 after receiving some funding, an office was established. Key people to its inception include its co-founder Margaret Howden who then further co-developed the organisation with Irene Gerrard.
SAVI is now a respected, professionally resourced organisation providing information, support and education for stepfamilies and training for professionals. Both Margaret and Irene still hold key roles within the organisation bringing with them their strong passion and extensive personal and professional stepfamily knowledge and experience.
