Come as You Are
Learn, connect and take action
What happens at a workshop?
Each workshop has three parts.
Listen
Hear everyday stories from across our community.
Connect
Meet and talk with people of all backgrounds, with respect and ease.
Act
Take home small, practical ways to help everyone belong.
FAQs
Everyone is welcome, whether you live in Woollahra or further away.
Workshops are free.
Workshops run four times a year in different locations. To see the next date and venue and book your place, visit our events page.
Book your free place through our event page. If you need help booking, call Angie Vriens, Head of Community Programs and Inclusion, on 1300 882 962.
Come As You Are is for anyone who wants to learn more about respect, culture and belonging. You don’t need any experience or prior knowledge. Just come as you are.
In a friendly, small-group session, you’ll talk about respect and belonging and learn what racism can look like in everyday life. You’ll leave with practical ways to respond with care and help others feel welcome.
Yes, we’d love to hear from you. We work with local community organisations and educators to deliver the workshops. If you’d like to present, share your experience or partner with us, contact Angie Vriens, Head of Community Programs and Inclusion, on 1300 882 962 or at ourplaceourwoollahra@holdsworth.org.au.
Yes. Everyone is welcome, so feel free to bring a friend, partner or family member.
Yes. Our venues are accessible, and workshop materials are available in different languages. If you need extra access support, translation or anything else, please contact Angie Vriens, Head of Community Programs and Inclusion, on 1300 882 962 or at ourplaceourwoollahra@holdsworth.org.au. We’re happy to help.
Some sessions may be available online. To find out, contact Angie Vriens, Head of Community Programs and Inclusion, on 1300 882 962 or at ourplaceourwoollahra@holdsworth.org.au.
