CRISP is a program that enables community groups to provide practical, hands- on support to a refugee household from their arrival date in Australia.

If you are interested in learning more about how you can take an active and meaningful role in the settlement of refugees, please join us for this breakfast conversation!

What makes you feel at home?

How are you making others feel welcome in Australia?

Join Communicare and Ubuntu Vista for a Welcoming Week event at the beautiful Harmony Fields Sportground, filled with fun family-friendly activities, good food and great conversations.

• Kids Activities
• Face Painting
• Free Lunch
• Good Conversations

DATE: Sunday, 6 October 2024
TIME: 12pm – 2pm
PLACE: Harmony Fields Sportsground, Maddington

Intercultural Kommuniti Café Social; Tuesday 10th September, Clarkson Library
Intercultural Kommuniti Café is a place where people come to get to know their neighbours, and their neighbours, neighbours. They share stories, build relationships and support each other. The café is a model for social enterprise that is focused on creating connectedness and having a positive impact on and in the local community. Join the Welcoming Week Intercultural Kommuniti Cafe here

Journeys to Mandurah: Friday 13th September, The Mez Art Gallery (Mandurah Performing Arts Centre)
Mandurah’s diverse community takes centre stage at Mandurah Performing Arts Centre. In this engaging exhibition, twelve community members from around the world share their stories of moving to Mandurah in this touching exhibition. This exhibition presents their recorded stories, alongside photographs and a special item, weaving a visual and auditory tapestry of the different journeys people take make their home in Mandurah. Check out the exhibition here

Welcoming at the Local Level; Monday 16th September, Hillview Intercultural Centre
Local Governments are on the frontline of welcoming newcomers to their community. They play an important role in connecting newcomers to information and supports, as well as building connected, inclusive and harmonious communities where everyone belongs. To celebrate Welcoming Week 2024, this forum will shine a spotlight on resources and programs that can support local governments to embrace their role in building welcome locally. Register your spot here

Long Table Lunch; Friday 20 September, Bull Creek Community Centre
The City of Melville and City of Cockburn would like to celebrate Welcoming Week by bringing communities together to share their culture and learn about other cultures. Bring along a plate of food that makes you feel like home! Find out more here

World Music Café; Friday 20th September, Peel Thunder Football Club
World Music Café is an amazing ‘dinner & show’ concert experience featuring quality culturally diverse musicians with a sumptuous banquet of international cuisine.

Featuring upbeat Parisian swing classics with Eastern flavour from Sino Swing, original music by respected Bindjareb elder George Walley, and high-energy, contemporary South African band Mahali. With the addition of a brilliant banquet from Swell Fine Food Catering, this will be a night to remember!
Find out more here

Celebrate Welcoming Week with Community Refugee Sponsorship Australia: 13-22 September, event locations throughout the Greater Perth region

The Community Refugee Sponsorship Australia team is coming to Perth for a series of community events and celebrations as part of Welcoming Week 2024. Events are happening across the Greater Perth region in partnership with generous local organisations and community champions. These events will serve as a vibrant platform to celebrate and promote the Community Refugee Integration and Settlement Pilot (CRISP) program.

During Welcoming Week, we will highlight the remarkable achievements of groups who have warmly welcomed refugees through CRISP. This celebration is not just a reflection of past successes but also a call to action, aiming to mobilise new groups to join this transformative movement. This special week provides an unparalleled opportunity to showcase the spirit of inclusivity and the profound positive impact of community-led support for refugees in Western Australia. By bringing together diverse communities, we will demonstrate the strength of unity and the shared commitment to creating a welcoming Australia for all.
Find a CRSA Welcoming Week event near you here

Getting to know your neighbours can have many benefits, including:

1. Building a sense of community:
   By getting to know your neighbours, you can build a sense of community in your neighbourhood. This can lead to stronger relationships, more neighbourly interactions, and a greater sense of belonging.
2. Increased safety:
   Knowing your neighbours means you have more people looking out for you and your property. You can also work together to make your neighbourhood a safer place to live.
3. More resources:
   Your neighbours can be a great resource for things like borrowing tools, sharing skills and knowledge, and providing support when needed.
4. Improved mental health:
   Social isolation can have a negative impact on mental health. By building connections with your neighbours, you can reduce feelings of loneliness and improve your overall well-being.
5. Increased neighbourhood pride:
   When you get to know your neighbours, you may feel more invested in your community and take more pride in where you live.
6. Better communication:
   When you have a good relationship with your neighbours, it can lead to better communication. This can help prevent misunderstandings and conflicts.
7. More fun:
   Getting to know your neighbours can also lead to more fun and social opportunities. You may be invited to neighbourhood events or simply enjoy spending time together.

In conclusion, getting to know your neighbours can have many benefits, from building a sense of community to improving your mental health. By taking the time to connect with those around you, you can create a more enjoyable and fulfilling living environment.

Allan Connolly
Founder – Kommuniti HQ

Moy Coomer
Chair – Connected Communities

Once you have registered here, Your seat at the reserved table is now locked in and I can keep you notified at short notice of any last-minute additions or changes. https://bit.ly/KommunitiHQEvents

City of Melville and City of Cockburn would like to celebrate Welcoming Week by bringing communities together to share their culture and learn about other cultures.

BRING A PLATE OF FOOD TO SHARE THAT MAKES YOU FEEL LIKE HOME!

Friday 20 September 2024

12 noon – 1.30 PM
Bull Creek Community Centre

Corner of Hassell Crescent & Leichhardt St, Bull Creek WA 6149

• For more information and to RSVP, contact Philippa Aitken (City of Melville): philippa.aitken@melville.wa.gov.au
• or Liz Vuchocho (City of Cockburn): customer@cockburn.wa.gov.au

In honour of Welcoming Week, Community Refugee Sponsorship Australia together with the WA Catholic Migrant and Refugee Office (WACMRO) invite you to an inspiring and informative community event.