by Welcome Dinner Project | Dec 17, 2017 | News, Stories
It’s common for friendships to remain long after the Welcome Dinners are hosted. One particular example comes from Kate, who shares the privilege of getting to know one of her dinner attendees. A Privilege for Me I finally got around to contacting one of the...
by Welcome Dinner Project | Dec 16, 2017 | News, Stories
On the 3rd day of Christmas, we meet Zaki from Afghanistan. After struggling to feel a sense of community during his first two years in Australia, he was able to find it through The Welcome Dinner Project. A Feeling of Belonging In 2014 I met Penny Elsley and that...
by Welcome Dinner Project | Dec 15, 2017 | News, Stories
Reflection by Angela Moran – WDP Victoria Central Hub Member On Saturday 9th December 2017 I was lucky enough, along with several other WDP volunteers, to participate in another wonderful professional development workshop thanks to Joining The Dots. The aim of...
by Welcome Dinner Project | Dec 15, 2017 | News, Stories
Today’s story comes from Debra, who is based out of Hobart and has been a facilitator for us for over a year. Here’s her take on The Welcome Dinner Project Open Space for People to Connect in Their Own Way I’ve been a Welcome Dinner Project...
by Welcome Dinner Project | Dec 12, 2017 | News, Stories
12 Days of life-changing stories from The Welcome Dinner Project… This Christmas season, we wanted to look back on the past 5 years of The Welcome Dinner Project and reflect on how much it has grown and impacted people’s lives. From small beginnings...
by Welcome Dinner Project | Dec 1, 2017 | News, Stories
Retreat Reflection by James Seow I had some time to reflect on the volunteers’ retreat we attended last weekend and feel compelled to share my thoughts with you. 🙂 It’s heartwarming and reassuring to see volunteers and staff – people in my community...
