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.
Our signature offerings
We run a range of workshops and courses throughout the year. Click on each offering below to find out more and register your interest.
- The Possibility Fellowship
- Core Gift Master Facilitator Training
- Befriending Within
- Kickstart Your Community
What's on
Events in May 2026
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April 27, 2026 | April 28, 2026(1 event) – 🤗 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:
Course dates: Tuesdays, 7 April to 2 June 2026 (10 sessions) 💬 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 | April 29, 2026 | April 30, 2026 | May 1, 2026 | May 2, 2026 | May 3, 2026 |
May 4, 2026(1 event) – Have you ever thought, “I’d love to bring people together, but I’m unsure how to start…”? This is your sign to take that step. Hosting with Heart is a fully funded 4-week workshop series designed to gently support you into hosting meaningful, welcoming and inclusive gatherings through the Befriend Social Network. Across the series, you’ll explore:
Places are free and limited to just 10 spots – so if you’ve been sitting on this, now is the time. If Alkimos feels a little far, you’re still welcome to register your interest for future courses closer to you — it helps shape what’s next. Join us for Hosting with Heart – a free, fully funded 4-week workshop series to help you host meaningful, welcoming and inclusive gatherings. Mondays in May, 10 am–12pm at Halesworth Park Pavilion, Alkimos. Only 10 spots available! To register, follow the link or reach out to Debra at debra@befriend.org.au. Buy Tickets | May 5, 2026(1 event) – 🤗 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:
Course dates: Tuesdays, 7 April to 2 June 2026 (10 sessions) 💬 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 | May 6, 2026 | May 7, 2026 | May 8, 2026 | May 9, 2026(1 event) May 9, 2026 Reimagining new possibilities for how we live as communities, together.What is the Possibility Fellowship?The course aims to offer an embodied understanding of how communing and the quality of our relationships is the foundation of community. It hopes to nourish our individual and collective capacity to adapt to the ever-changing complexities of life, finding new ways of living together that are enlivening for us all. Is this for me?Yes, if you….
What might the benefits be?You are likely to:
You can apply HERE or email Peter or Nicola if you have any questions:
What past participants had to say:“Last weekend I finished the most amazing course I have done so far. Words would never be enough to express my journey throughout The Possibility Fellowship. The course was a story-filled exploration of what’s possible for me and my communities, for reimagining new possibilities for me, others and the world.” “When I started I was in limbo. Do I walk back on the path I was going on, or do I try to find something different, something new? I learned that my community work doesn’t have to be grand, that it can start from the people all around me. The Fellowship experience gave me clarity about my gifts and confidence to give them.” Port Kennedy Community Centre Please apply here Buy Tickets | May 10, 2026 |
May 11, 2026(1 event) – Have you ever thought, “I’d love to bring people together, but I’m unsure how to start…”? This is your sign to take that step. Hosting with Heart is a fully funded 4-week workshop series designed to gently support you into hosting meaningful, welcoming and inclusive gatherings through the Befriend Social Network. Across the series, you’ll explore:
Places are free and limited to just 10 spots – so if you’ve been sitting on this, now is the time. If Alkimos feels a little far, you’re still welcome to register your interest for future courses closer to you — it helps shape what’s next. Join us for Hosting with Heart – a free, fully funded 4-week workshop series to help you host meaningful, welcoming and inclusive gatherings. Mondays in May, 10 am–12pm at Halesworth Park Pavilion, Alkimos. Only 10 spots available! To register, follow the link or reach out to Debra at debra@befriend.org.au. Buy Tickets | May 12, 2026(1 event) – 🤗 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:
Course dates: Tuesdays, 7 April to 2 June 2026 (10 sessions) 💬 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 | May 13, 2026 | May 14, 2026 | May 15, 2026 | May 16, 2026 | May 17, 2026 |
May 18, 2026(1 event) – Have you ever thought, “I’d love to bring people together, but I’m unsure how to start…”? This is your sign to take that step. Hosting with Heart is a fully funded 4-week workshop series designed to gently support you into hosting meaningful, welcoming and inclusive gatherings through the Befriend Social Network. Across the series, you’ll explore:
Places are free and limited to just 10 spots – so if you’ve been sitting on this, now is the time. If Alkimos feels a little far, you’re still welcome to register your interest for future courses closer to you — it helps shape what’s next. Join us for Hosting with Heart – a free, fully funded 4-week workshop series to help you host meaningful, welcoming and inclusive gatherings. Mondays in May, 10 am–12pm at Halesworth Park Pavilion, Alkimos. Only 10 spots available! To register, follow the link or reach out to Debra at debra@befriend.org.au. Buy Tickets | May 19, 2026(1 event) – 🤗 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:
Course dates: Tuesdays, 7 April to 2 June 2026 (10 sessions) 💬 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 | May 20, 2026 | May 21, 2026 | May 22, 2026(1 event) May 22, 2026 Reimagining new possibilities for how we live as communities, together.What is the Possibility Fellowship?The course aims to offer an embodied understanding of how communing and the quality of our relationships is the foundation of community. It hopes to nourish our individual and collective capacity to adapt to the ever-changing complexities of life, finding new ways of living together that are enlivening for us all. Is this for me?Yes, if you….
What might the benefits be?You are likely to:
You can apply HERE or email Peter or Nicola if you have any questions:
What past participants had to say:“Last weekend I finished the most amazing course I have done so far. Words would never be enough to express my journey throughout The Possibility Fellowship. The course was a story-filled exploration of what’s possible for me and my communities, for reimagining new possibilities for me, others and the world.” “When I started I was in limbo. Do I walk back on the path I was going on, or do I try to find something different, something new? I learned that my community work doesn’t have to be grand, that it can start from the people all around me. The Fellowship experience gave me clarity about my gifts and confidence to give them.” Port Kennedy Community Centre Please apply here Buy Tickets | May 23, 2026(1 event) May 23, 2026 Reimagining new possibilities for how we live as communities, together.What is the Possibility Fellowship?The course aims to offer an embodied understanding of how communing and the quality of our relationships is the foundation of community. It hopes to nourish our individual and collective capacity to adapt to the ever-changing complexities of life, finding new ways of living together that are enlivening for us all. Is this for me?Yes, if you….
What might the benefits be?You are likely to:
You can apply HERE or email Peter or Nicola if you have any questions:
What past participants had to say:“Last weekend I finished the most amazing course I have done so far. Words would never be enough to express my journey throughout The Possibility Fellowship. The course was a story-filled exploration of what’s possible for me and my communities, for reimagining new possibilities for me, others and the world.” “When I started I was in limbo. Do I walk back on the path I was going on, or do I try to find something different, something new? I learned that my community work doesn’t have to be grand, that it can start from the people all around me. The Fellowship experience gave me clarity about my gifts and confidence to give them.” Port Kennedy Community Centre Please apply here Buy Tickets | May 24, 2026 |
May 25, 2026(1 event) – Have you ever thought, “I’d love to bring people together, but I’m unsure how to start…”? This is your sign to take that step. Hosting with Heart is a fully funded 4-week workshop series designed to gently support you into hosting meaningful, welcoming and inclusive gatherings through the Befriend Social Network. Across the series, you’ll explore:
Places are free and limited to just 10 spots – so if you’ve been sitting on this, now is the time. If Alkimos feels a little far, you’re still welcome to register your interest for future courses closer to you — it helps shape what’s next. Join us for Hosting with Heart – a free, fully funded 4-week workshop series to help you host meaningful, welcoming and inclusive gatherings. Mondays in May, 10 am–12pm at Halesworth Park Pavilion, Alkimos. Only 10 spots available! To register, follow the link or reach out to Debra at debra@befriend.org.au. Buy Tickets | May 26, 2026(1 event) – 🤗 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:
Course dates: Tuesdays, 7 April to 2 June 2026 (10 sessions) 💬 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 | May 27, 2026 | May 28, 2026 | May 29, 2026(1 event) May 29, 2026 Reimagining new possibilities for how we live as communities, together.What is the Possibility Fellowship?The course aims to offer an embodied understanding of how communing and the quality of our relationships is the foundation of community. It hopes to nourish our individual and collective capacity to adapt to the ever-changing complexities of life, finding new ways of living together that are enlivening for us all. Is this for me?Yes, if you….
What might the benefits be?You are likely to:
You can apply HERE or email Peter or Nicola if you have any questions:
What past participants had to say:“Last weekend I finished the most amazing course I have done so far. Words would never be enough to express my journey throughout The Possibility Fellowship. The course was a story-filled exploration of what’s possible for me and my communities, for reimagining new possibilities for me, others and the world.” “When I started I was in limbo. Do I walk back on the path I was going on, or do I try to find something different, something new? I learned that my community work doesn’t have to be grand, that it can start from the people all around me. The Fellowship experience gave me clarity about my gifts and confidence to give them.” Port Kennedy Community Centre Please apply here Buy Tickets | May 30, 2026(1 event) May 30, 2026 Reimagining new possibilities for how we live as communities, together.What is the Possibility Fellowship?The course aims to offer an embodied understanding of how communing and the quality of our relationships is the foundation of community. It hopes to nourish our individual and collective capacity to adapt to the ever-changing complexities of life, finding new ways of living together that are enlivening for us all. Is this for me?Yes, if you….
What might the benefits be?You are likely to:
You can apply HERE or email Peter or Nicola if you have any questions:
What past participants had to say:“Last weekend I finished the most amazing course I have done so far. Words would never be enough to express my journey throughout The Possibility Fellowship. The course was a story-filled exploration of what’s possible for me and my communities, for reimagining new possibilities for me, others and the world.” “When I started I was in limbo. Do I walk back on the path I was going on, or do I try to find something different, something new? I learned that my community work doesn’t have to be grand, that it can start from the people all around me. The Fellowship experience gave me clarity about my gifts and confidence to give them.” Port Kennedy Community Centre Please apply here Buy Tickets | May 31, 2026 |
Key upcoming opportunities
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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