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If you currently reside outside of Australia please reach out to us at hello@welcomedinnerproject.org
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1) I understand that my personal details are subject to the Welcome Dinner Project Terms of Use 2) I am aware that the Welcome Dinner Project is a not-for-profit voluntary activity for the purpose of creating a culture of "welcome" in Australia 3) I am aware that members of the Welcome Dinner Project organising team will contact me in the coming weeks to further discuss my participation in a Welcome Dinner 4) I agree that my participation in a Welcome Dinner will be at my own risk and no responsibility for any loss or misfortune will be taken by the Welcome Dinner Project nor any of our supporters or affiliates. Please note that the Welcome Dinner Project has a Risk Management plan in place to prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone involved in this initiative.
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Latest News

Introducing “Meet & Make”

Sep 5, 2021

What is “Meet & Make”? “Meet & Make” is a new hybrid model of The Welcome Dinner Project being trialed in Victoria, providing inspirational presentations and facilitating sharing of cooking experiences and stories in a virtual setting. It's an innovative...

New Arrival Profile: Meet Anika from Melbourne

Nov 10, 2018

We love to share the stories of our volunteers but also the wonderful dinner participants we meet. Since arriving to Australia, Anika has been active in Welcome Dinner Project events. She shows boundless passion and dedication to the cause, assisting greatly by making...

Volunteer Profile: Meet Amir From Melbourne’s Eastern Hub

Oct 3, 2018

There would be no Welcome Dinner Project if it wasn’t for hundreds of amazing volunteers all around the country who give boundless passion, dedication and love to make people feel welcome in our communities. Every fortnight, the Welcome Dinner Project –...