60 years in the making
genU brings together the best of two trusted and respected organisations, Karingal and St Laurence, genU builds on this experience, adding a new ambition: to become the leader in what we do.
1952
Karingal was established in 1952 when a group of Geelong parents formed a play group for their children, each with a disability. These parents wished to provide the chance for their children to have lives that would be fulfilling and would realise their abilities.
1996
St Laurence Community Services was established as a separate entity in 1996 after the Brotherhood of St Laurence divested its Geelong regional operations.
2016
St Laurence and Karingal merged to become Karingal St Laurence (KSL).
2017
Karingal St Laurence was renamed genU.
