Belonging Matters Inc.

26/02/2026

Thinking about moving out of home — or supporting someone who is?

Join us in Wonthaggi on 18 March to connect, share ideas and explore what’s possible.

🎟Register now to save your spot!

https://www.belongingmatters.org/event-details/making-moves-peer-group

25/02/2026

https://events.humanitix.com/supporting-every-day-decision-making

23/02/2026

Often we jump in and make decisions for the people we support or offer limited choices. Unfortunately, this does not strengthen a person’s decision making ability and can leave people vulnerable.

Discover strategies to strengthen a person's decision-making capability.

📅6.30 pm to 8.30 pm | 3 and 10 March 2026

🎟Register Now: https://events.humanitix.com/supporting-every-day-decision-making

ℹ️For more information and to download the event flyer, visit:
https://www.belongingmatters.org/.../supporting-every-day-decision-making

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20/02/2026

“Supporters need to engage in regular reflection with decision makers and seek to build their decision-making capability over time” (Dr Michelle Browing)

Learn how to strengthen a person's decision-making capability.

📅 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm | 3 and 10 March 2026

🎟 Register Now: https://events.humanitix.com/supporting-every-day-decision-making

ℹ️ For more information and to download the event flyer, visit:
https://www.belongingmatters.org/.../supporting-every-day-decision-making

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20/02/2026

If you live in Wonthaggi, Victoria or nearby and you’re a person with disability - or a family member supporting someone who is - the Making Moves Peer Group is a welcoming space to share ideas and connect with others exploring the option of moving out of home.

🗓 Wednesday 18 March 2026
⏰ 10:00–11:45 am
📍 Wonthaggi Centennial Centre – Art Space

Led by experienced facilitator Joanne Walters, this free session is all about exploring individualised living options beyond traditional housing models.

Come along, ask questions, and be part of supportive conversations with other people on a similar journey.

Register now: https://www.belongingmatters.org/event-details/making-moves-peer-group

Image of two males standing back-to-back excited about the opportunity of moving out of home.

19/02/2026

“When people make impulsive decisions it can move decision supporters into a highly reactive position” (Dr Michelle Browning)

Discover how to improve the decision-making environment and build a person's decision-making capability.

📅 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm | 3 and 10 March 2026

🎟 Register Now: https://events.humanitix.com/supporting-every-day-decision-making

ℹ️ For more information and to download the event flyer, visit:
https://www.belongingmatters.org/event-details/supporting-every-day-decision-making

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18/02/2026

Nathan Basha - Vision

View Nathan's full speech at

www.talksthatmatter.net

17/02/2026

Service Transformation

17/02/2026

This NEW, free guide, Pursuing Job Leads and the Role of the Employment mentor is the second in our series of Finding and Keeping a Job!

It will assist you to become more familiar with finding the right employment mentor, following job leads, contacting and negotiating with employers and getting started in a new job. It should be read in conjunction with Part 1.

Download your free copy of both guides at our website. https://www.belongingmatters.org/category/all-products

Image Description: Photo of Emily at work. She is sitting at her desk. Patricia, Emily's employment mentor, is standing beside her.

16/02/2026

Are you interested in supporting people to make decisions? Don't miss our our 2 part supported decision making series with Dr Michelle Browning on the 3rd and 10th of March!

Join us for this online series: Supporting Every Day Decision-Making

Do you feel confident in your skills as a decision supporter?

Do you know how to build the decision-making ability of the person you support?

If you are unsure about your answers to these questions, then our 2-part series focused on providing decision support is for you!

Often, decisions are made for people with intellectual disability. However, practicing on low-stake, daily decisions prepares an individual for bigger decisions, life transitions and can assist a person to build their confidence to say "no" to harm or exploitation.

👥 Attend this 2-part online series
📅 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm | 3 and 10 March 2026
🔗 Register Now: https://events.humanitix.com/supporting-every-day-decision-making

ℹ️ For more information and to download the event flyer, visit:
https://www.belongingmatters.org/event-details/supporting-every-day-decision-making

Image of a supporter assisting someone to make a decision, they are using paper to write down the pros and cons of the decision needing to be made. Text, Supporting Every Day Decision Making. 2 part online series on 3 and 10 March 2026. Bookings Open. Image logo for Belonging Matters.

16/02/2026

Inclusive Employment

14/11/2025

Join us in person at this free event to celebrate International Day of People with Disability!

We will celebrate and share stories of how people with disabilities have become included in their communities by contributing their interests, passions, and gifts - leading to rich and diverse connections and friendships!

👥 Attend this FREE Workshop in the City of Knox, Victoria
📅 10 am to 1 pm - 26 November 2025 (light lunch provided)

🔗 Register Now: https://events.humanitix.com/we-belong

ℹ️ For more information and to download the event flyer, visit: https://www.belongingmatters.org/event-details/we-belong-stories-that-strengthen-community-connection

Image of friends at a music event. Text, Celebrating International Day of People with Disability. Free Workshop called We Belong! Stories that Strengthen Community Connection on Wednesday, 26 November. Image logos for International Day of People with Disability, Knox City Council and Belonging Matters.