Join Justine Martin for an empowering session designed for those working in the peer support sector. Discover practical tools to strengthen self-awareness, cultivate inner resilience, and create a more sustainable and fulfilling work-life balance. Through the power of storytelling, interactive group discussions, and guided reflection, Justine will share strategies to help you care for yourself while continuing to provide meaningful support to others. Walk away with fresh insights and actionable techniques to navigate challenges with confidence and balance. Justine is an award-winning Resilience Coach/Consultant and Speaker, multi-award winning Professional Artist, Teacher, Amazon best-selling Author, Publisher, Mentor, Affiliate, Volunteer, Cancer Survivor, MS Worrier, DV Survivor, Disabled, Mum of two, Grandmother of seven and the Queen of Resilience.

This workshop defines what makes an effective Facilitator, the roles and responsibilities of a Peer Support Group Facilitator, and troubleshooting tips. The session explores the importance of communication and provides useful tools to communicate effectively. The session also considers the perception of conflict and how to manage moments of conflict.

Join us in celebrating the peer support group sector in style! Aligning with Support Groups Awareness Week, our bi-annual Gala event is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the WA peer support group sector and the thousands of volunteers sustaining it. Attended by group leaders and their members, NGOs, and Government bodies, the event enables an often under-recognised sector to be acknowledged for its valuable contributions and to be showcased at a higher level, increasing the potential for new partnerships, referrals, and funding opportunities. This year’s event theme, Brighter Together, highlights the shared strength and vibrant diversity of peer support groups, celebrating the power of connection, empathy, and empowerment that arises when individuals come together and share experience. The event includes: - Keynote Speakers - Support Group Recognition Awards - 3 course dinner and drinks - Entertainment - Networking - Dress Code: Cocktail with a Pop of Colour

What? Why? How? – Navigating the NDIS and Advocacy Workshop Join Andrew Fairbairn for a practical workshop designed to build your confidence in navigating the NDIS for you or your loved one. This session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to understand how the NDIS works, access the right funding supports, and make the most of your NDIS plan. You will learn how to engage support workers, coordinate supports effectively, and advocate for yourself or a loved one to achieve meaningful goals and live a good life. About Andrew Andrew is a Left Trans Tibial (below knee) amputee of 11 years. He has many years of experience both on the inside and the outside of disability systems, on boards and committees and has strong networks across the disability sector with disabled people, family members and the not for profit and government sector. *This session is for members of the Rare, Genetic and Undiagnosed Conditions Sector.

The South Metro Peer Network provides a welcoming space for Peer Support Groups and organisations based in the South Metro area to network, share information, and access training and education that will support their work in the local community. It provides quarterly meetings throughout the year, building stronger connections between local groups, and having a strong focus on place-based needs and solutions. This month's workshop - Grants and Fundraising - is an interactive session covers the basics of fundraising and grant writing. Learn how to build and maintain a fundraising program, identify suitable funding opportunities and prepare a strong grant application. Come with your project ideas and details of grants programs you are preparing for. Meetings include round robin, workshop, and networking morning tea. Registration essential for catering purposes.

Are you interested in starting a Peer Support Group, or are you in the early stages of developing and delivering a group? This free workshop provides the foundational steps to develop the purpose, vision and mission of your Peer Support Group through an active learning process.