SHOUT Inc

Everybody Wins is hosting a Community & Country Event for Personal-Growth.

Details are as follows:

DATE: 2 December 2024
TIME: 9.00am – 3.00pm
PLACE: Bondi Pavillion Theatre, SYDNEY

COST: Your “Self-investment is: $197
100% of funds help the most profound school program in Australia.

TICKETS: www.davebarrie.com.au/event

Please see flyer for more details.

Knit 'n Stitch with Good Omen Goodeze Inc for mental health month at Westfield Belconnen!!

Bring your projects and join GOG this Saturday, October 5th between10am-2pm (outside T2 top level) 💜

The ACT Seniors and Better Ageing Expo is happening this Wednesday!

We'll see you there 🙌

Are you ready for the ACT Seniors and Better Ageing Expo?!

We'll be there next Wednesday, September 25 between 10am - 3pm, pop by to say hello! 👋🏻

Our focus will be to ensure that the Canberra community not only know about the SHOUT Web of Support, but are able walk away equipped with information relating to groups, organisations and professionals who are best suited to their needs.

See you at the expo! 🙌

Are you ready for the ACT Seniors and Better Ageing Expo?!

We'll be there next Wednesday, September 25 between 10am - 3pm, pop by to say hello! 👋🏻

Our focus will be to ensure that the Canberra community not only know about the SHOUT Web of Support, but are able walk away equipped with information relating to groups, organisations and professionals who are best suited to their needs.

See you at the expo! 🙌

Mary of Good Omen Goodeze is a finalist in Westfield Local Heroes (Belconnen)!

Mary is the founder and executive officer of Good Omen Goodeze (GOG), a charity focused on improving mental health and developing community connections through craft. GOG offers inclusive craft meetups for non-English speakers, seniors and people with disabilities who create comfort items which have been donated to over 16,000 hospital, ambulance and hospice patients.

If Mary is successful, the money will ensure the sustainability of Good Omen Goodeze’s operations and allow for the expansion of groups in the Belconnen area.

Way to go Mary!! 👏👏👏👏

Voting closes on Monday 9th September, so vote Mary 2024 Westfield Local Hero now!

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Do you have plans this weekend? Why not pay a visit to the Pearce Crafters Market!

Located in the leafy inner suburb of Pearce ACT, the Pearce Crafters Market is a gathering of wonderful crafters and artisans from across the region. This bespoke market offers delightful bespoke items, crafted with care and experience.

Located in Building 1 of Pearce Community Centre. We'll see you there! 🙌

John Pratt of Parkinson's ACT is a finalist for Westfield Local Hero 2024!

John, an acclaimed artist and lead facilitator of the internationally recognised Tingey Painting with Parkinson's ACT Program, has dedicated nearly 30 years to supporting those with Parkinson's through art therapy. He leads skilled volunteers, organises exhibitions, and maintains art supplies. His efforts provide participants with social connection and improvements in emotional and physical wellbeing.

If John is successful, the funds will be used to expand the program across the region, covering set up costs, volunteer training, the printing of facilitator guides and admin expenses.

Voting closes on Monday 9th September, so vote John 2024 Westfield Local Hero now!

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Speaking from Experience will increase understanding of workplace sexual
harassment, particularly the ways it impacts diverse workers.

Victim-survivor voices are key to combating workplace harassment. Have your say on what needs to change in workplace sexual harassment:

https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/sex-discrimination/speaking-experience

We are so proud of SHOUT's very own member, Catherine of Bosom Buddies, who is a Westfield Local Hero finalist! 💜

Bosom Buddies is a charity dedicated to supporting individuals diagnosed with breast cancer in the ACT and regional NSW. Despite being retired, Catherine works part-time to ensure no one faces breast cancer alone. Catherine and her volunteer team support over 1,000 people every year.

If Catherine is successful, the grant money will be used to expand the Bosom Buddies program, increasing peer support opportunities and increasing the organisation’s community footprint. Catherine also hopes to target a younger demographic and include a partner support network

Voting closes Monday 9th September so vote Catherine for your 2024 Westfield Local Hero today!

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Everyone deserves to feel safe at work. Addressing workplace sexual harassment
has never been more important, with one in three people having been sexually
harassed at work in Australia in the last five years.

raises awareness of the impact workplace sexual harassment, especially in under-represented groups. If you have been sexually harassed at work, we need YOUR voice.

https://humanrights.gov.au/our-work/sex-discrimination/speaking-experience