Facilitated by Relationships Australia this interactive training is designed to assist people who are not trained as counsellors but find themselves in a "counselling role by accident". By the end of the workshop, you will have a toolbox of practical strategies including an active listening conversation model you can use to help people in distress. *This networking 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 community-based 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 is centered around boosting your facilitation skills. It will explore key facilitation skills, including problem-solving, conflict management, and effective communication in leadership. Participants will have the opportunity to share challenges and develop new skills in a supportive environment. This meeting will include a round robin and small sector consultation, training session, and networking morning tea.

Each year, Alike WA consults with Peer Support Groups across Western Australia to learn more about the challenges and priorities of groups, to improve our service delivery, and to set the focus of our advocacy work, including the development of our State Budget Submission. We invite you to attend one of our upcoming Sector Consultations to provide your input and help us to determine the key issues and priorities of the Sector.

Each year, Alike WA consults with Peer Support Groups across Western Australia to learn more about the challenges and priorities of groups, to improve our service delivery, and to set the focus of our advocacy work, including the development of our State Budget Submission. We invite you to attend one of our upcoming Sector Consultations to provide your input and help us to determine the key issues and priorities of the Sector.

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

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.