Workshops and Courses

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Workshops and courses are part of the Befriend Co-Learning Network, creating opportunities to explore community-building approaches, grow relational skills, and practise building connection together.

Across the year, we offer a mix of short workshops and multi-session courses for people who are curious about community and connection. Each session creates a rich mutual learning environment, learning with our experienced facilitators as well as fellow travellers, and each listing shares more detail to help you sense whether an offering feels right for you.

We run a range of workshops and courses throughout the year. Click on each offering in the calendar below to find out more and register your interest.

The Possibility Fellowship
Core Gift Master Facilitator Training
Befriending Within
Kickstart Your Community

Possibility Fellowship 2026 (click for more)

Befriending Within (click for more)

Friendship + Connection Series (click for more)

Ongoing: Gifts Discovery Workshops (contact us)

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2 2:00 pm: Befriending Within: 10-Week Embodied Listening Course 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm June 2, 2026 🤗 Welcome to Befriending Within 2026 Befriending Within (BW26), 10-Week Embodied Listening Course begins in April, and expressions of interest are now open. This gentle introduction to Focusing offers a grounded, body-based practice of deep listening… a way to slow down, meet what’s here with more kindness, and grow trust in your own inner knowing. It’s especially supportive for changemakers, community connectors, peer support folk, and anyone longing for a steadier, more compassionate way of being in relationships and community spaces. Tuition is pay what you feel (by donation), with a $50 fixed materials cost, and places are limited. As part of the enrolment process, you’ll be invited to a short pre-course taster session with Nicola, a chance to connect, explore what’s drawing you to the course, and get a feel for the learning space. Past participants have described the space as “safe and spacious… and I always felt very held”, and shared that “it helped me be more present… less reactive”, that they felt “gentler with myself… and that changes how I am with others”, and that it’s “a gift I can take into other spaces… a tool I can use to support myself, and support others.” If you’re curious, you can download the flyer HERE, and/or submit your EOI online in the link below. EOIs close Friday 20 March 2026. Google EOI Form: https://forms.gle/chB7nV6C4Rdj6zJH8 Course dates: Tuesdays, 7 April to 2 June 2026 (10 sessions) Time: 2 to 5pm AWST (Perth), 4-7pm AEST (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane) Online: Zoom Materials: $50 (fixed cost, incl GST) Tuition: Pay what you feel (donation). Full value $1,100 (incl GST). 💬 If you have any questions or need help filling out the form, feel free to contact Nicola at nicola@befriend.org.au — I’m happy to help. Online event View Location Buy Tickets

18 3:30 pm: Kickstart your Community: The fundamentals of bringing people together (online) 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm June 18, 2026 A friendly 2-hour workshop hosted by Befriend (this event is online–Zoom link shared upon RSVP). Have you ever thought about sparking your own social gathering or group? Maybe you’ve dreamed of hosting a casual BBQ for the neighbours… or perhaps you care deeply about climate action and want to bring like-minded folks together to create change. Whatever your passion, this workshop is designed to help you take the first (or next!) step toward bringing people together in a way that feels right for you. For the past 13 years, Befriend has been supporting everyday people to start their own inclusive social groups around hobbies, interests, and ideas they care about. We’ve learnt a lot about what makes gatherings welcoming and meaningful, and we’d love to share what we know with you! ✨ This is perfect for you if you: Feel ready (or just curious!) to bring people together Have an idea to spark connection in your community Want to explore becoming a Host with the Befriend Social Network 🌿 What to expect: A conversation about what makes a social group inclusive and welcoming Ideas and inspiration for different kinds of gatherings you could start A few practical things to consider Friendly faces and good chats Information about Hosting with Befriend and the next steps in the process 🧾 What to bring: Yourself, just as you are (cameras optional, however you feel comfortable to participate) Your fave pen and notebook if you want An open heart and an open mind Whether you’re ready to get started or just exploring ideas, you’re so welcome here. For any questions, reach us at: rsvp@befriend.org.au | 0494 658 486 ——– Befriend is a community building organisation that exists to spark connections to create a connected, more inclusive Perth. Our values are inclusion, fun, authenticity, curiosity and sustainability. Learn more about Befriend through our website: https://befriend.org.au/ Online event View Location More information