Express Create Connect – Transformative Therapeutic Artworks

Six free transformative therapeutic art workshops exploring identity, safety, connection and hope through art and self-expression.

WEEKLY WORKSHOP SESSIONS

All workshops are held on Thursdays from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Week 1: I Belong 

Explore identity, culture, belonging, connection and personal strengths.
Thursday 15 October 2026

Week 2: What Is Expected of Me 

Creatively explore expectations, gender roles, identity and breaking stereotypes.
Thursday 22 October 2026

Week 3: I Deserve Safety & Respect

Explore safety, respect, personal boundaries, trusted relationships and sources of support. 
Thursday 29 October 2026

Week 4: I Can Make a Difference

Explore agency, choice, courage and safe ways to respond to disrespect, exclusion or harmful behaviour.
Thursday 5 November 2026

Week 5: We Can Grow Something Different

Celebrate hope, community strengths, supportive relationships and collective healing.
Thursday 12 November 2026

Week 6: Our Voice Matters

Bring together voice, story, choice, creativity and hope through a final creative reflection.
Thursday 19 November 2026

ATTENDANCE AND CERTIFICATES

Participants are encouraged to attend all six workshops to experience the complete creative journey.

A certificate of completion will be provided to participants who attend all six workshops.

Participants may also attend individual workshops by selecting their preferred sessions during registration.

A SAFE AND SUPPORTIVE SPACE

The workshops provide a safe and supportive space to share, create and connect. Sharing is optional, and participants will not be required to disclose personal experiences. Everyone may choose how they participate and what they share.

COST AND INCLUSIONS

Participation is free. All art materials and lunch will be provided at every workshop.

FACILITATORS

Jaya Narayan (ATHR) and Women’s Health in the South East (WHISE)

PROJECT PARTNERS

Express. Create. Connect. is a collaborative initiative for the 16 Days of Activism by the Anglican Diocese of Melbourne Preventing Violence Against Women Program, Holy Trinity Anglican Church and Women’s Health in the South East (WHISE).

Holy Trinity Anglican Church
2 The Fairway
Hampton Park VIC 3976