About Lowana
What is Lowana?
Lowana (an Aboriginal word for “girl”) is a non-profit, volunteer-based study centre dedicated to the formation of girls and women in character, confidence, and service. Rooted in a Christian ethos and delivered in close partnership with families, Lowana provides programs and mentoring that support the personal, professional, and spiritual formation of each individual.
Through programs, leadership opportunities, community service, and personalised mentoring, Lowana helps girls and women reach their full potential so they can contribute meaningfully to their families, communities, and society.
Purpose
Lowana exists to form girls and women of character and purpose, supporting them to flourish in family life, professional work, and the wider community.
Values
We Lead
We support the formation of character and professional excellence, equipping girls and women to lead by example.
We Inspire
We nurture the unique potential of each person, encouraging meaningful contribution to family, work, and society.
We Serve
We promote a generous spirit of service through community engagement and leadership in service to others.
History
Formally founded in Western Sydney in 1997, Lowana previously began as a grassroots initiative led by parents seeking an environment where their daughters could grow in character, confidence, and purpose.
What started as small volunteer-led activities in family homes grew into a dedicated study centre in Penrith, made possible through the commitment of volunteers, families, and supporters. Since establishing a permanent home on Higgins Street, Lowana has continued to expand its reach, responding to growing demand and the evolving needs of girls and women in the community.
Today, Lowana builds on over three decades of experience as it enters a new chapter of impact.
Spiritual Formation
Opus Dei
The spiritual formation offered at Lowana is entrusted to Opus Dei, a personal Prelature of the Catholic Church, which helps people find holiness in everyday life.
Opus Dei is a Catholic institution founded by Saint Josemaria Escriva. It’s mission is to help people turn their work and daily activities into occasions for growing closer to God, for serving others and for improving society. It promotes an awareness of the universal call to holiness, the radical idea that every person is called by God to be a saint.
Opus Dei complements the work of the local churches by offering classes, talks, retreats and pastoral care that help people develop their personal spiritual life and apostolate. For more information on Opus Dei visit www.opusdei.org.au
AEPL Policies
Lowana is a project of the Association for Educational Projects Ltd (AEPL), a non-profit organisation focused on promoting educational activities, character development and Christian ideals.
AEPL Child Safe Code Of Conduct
AEPL Child Safe Complaints Handling