Charity Groups Melbourne

Get involved with non-profits helping victims of trauma and abuse

This fortnightly meetup is intended for non-profits focused on helping victims of trauma and abuse (primarily in Melbourne/Victoria) to connect with eachother, supporters and the broader movement. If you would like to belong as part of a safe, friendly and caring community united by altruism and goodwill - that's what we are building here. Please join us. Brites is a community for cooperative altruism. We stay connected primarily through Telegram - feel free to join our Melbourne group here (2-week free trial) 👉 [https://www.launchpass.com/brites/melbourne](https://www.launchpass.com/brites/melbourne).

Personal Values & Integrity, The Importance Of.

If you are honest with yourself and with others, you can't help but do well in life. A relationship exists between your own self-respect - how you look at your own personal values - and how successful you are. A person who is honest, outspoken and respects himself will get more done and accomplish his goals far easier than someone who is dishonest, introverted and withdrawn. Now you will learn the underlying reasons why people withdraw from others and life or feel a loss of personal integrity.

Central Chapter Meeting

How To Improve Any Relationship! Free Meetup Class

Have you ever experienced a relationship that has soured into bitter or unresolved conflict? Have you ever attempted to connect with someone and seen your efforts come to nothing? What if you could resolve any upset and restore harmony? What if you could build positive relationships that last? The knowledge you will learn about today relates not just to your intimate relationships but all your relationships IE: Kids. Parents, Siblings, Friends, Boss, Colleagues, Ex Partners etc http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/9/a/b/600_455267531.jpeg You Can The secret to successful relationships depends upon knowing what underlies all human relations, and nothing teaches you that basic foundation better than what is covered in this Meetup! Relationships Determine Your Happiness And Success For some people, creating and sustaining meaningful relationships is effortless, but for many others, it is a complex struggle that poses significant challenges. Whether your focus is on intimate relationships, friendships, or professional business relationships, there are certain fundamentals that make a relationship more meaningful and long-lasting. At the Meetup you will learn about: • How to start new relationships • The 3 basic components of understanding • How to resolve conflicts • How to improve any past relationships that have gone sour • The two rules for happy living • How to build strong and lasting relationships Take control of your relationships! Attend this free Class. FREE entry, Free Parking. This free class is open to all people of goodwill and is held at the Life Improvement Center. Our meetup classes contain knowledge that is universal and apply to all the worlds people. They contain TOOLS for life.

Southern Chapter Meeting

Being of Service

The mission of the Theosophical Society is “to serve humanity by cultivating an ever-deepening understanding and realization of the Ageless Wisdom, spiritual self-transformation and unity of all life.” How, therefore, can we cultivate a deeper understanding and appreciation of our spiritual selves in relationship to our day-to-day work in this world? When we take time to consider what or who we are serving from a spiritual perspective as we travel to work each day, what light might that shine on our lives and our sense of individual purpose? Join us as we delve further into this notion of ‘service’ and what it means for each other in relation to seeking a greater sense of meaning in the work we are employed to do, the services we provide and the life we are called to live. A panel comprised of Theosophical staff and those within its community shall be gathered and each person given the opportunity to speak to their notion of service, what it is they do, what it means for them and how they perceive their life’s work from this larger spiritual perspective as service to humanity. Time for the audience to ask questions shall be included. *‘Theosophy is about meaning in our everyday experiences, feeling more and more connected to people and serving them.* *It generates compassion, empathy, love and kindness within us.’* Deepa Padhi from **Spirituality & Service: Foundations for a Better World** **The MTS is committed to providing events that align with and further The three objects of The Theosophical Society:** * To form a nucleus of the universal brotherhood of humanity, without distinction of race, creed, sex, caste or colour. * To encourage the study of comparative religion, philosophy and science. * To investigate unexplained laws of nature and the powers latent in the human being. However this being stated, the MTS does not endorse any health, spiritual, science-related, philosophical or theological /other assertions or claims made by any facilitator we host.

💕B'NAI B'RITH FELLOWSHIP CONCERT🎶🎵 🎶🥰BRENDAN SCOTT 💕

Spread the love to our homeless Melbournians - Mission for a Cause

Maribyrnong River Bank Clean Up

Join us for a relaxed morning of community connection, light activity, and caring for the Maribyrnong River. **What to Expect:** We will walk along the riverbank and surrounds collecting litter, enjoying fresh air, gentle exercise, and friendly conversation. After the clean-up, we will head to Myrtle Café together for a coffee and chat. This is an optional part of the event, and all are welcome to join. **What to Bring:** * Drinking water * Sunscreen * Closed shoes * Gloves (optional – we also provide gloves if needed) We will supply rubbish bags, and have gloves, extra sunscreen, and hand sanitiser available. **Meeting Point:** We meet at Footscray Wharf, near Waterside Metal Art in Footscray. This location offers shelter and free parking on nearby streets. **Important Information:** Please check the exact meeting point before attending. If you need help finding us on the day, call 0418 184 457 or 0415 635 063. Our clean-ups take place once a month and continue in all weather, unless conditions are extreme. Please check the event page on the morning of the clean-up for any last-minute updates.

Let’s grab a Coffee, Walk and Chat.

Hi Everyone, Let’s grab a coffee, go for a walk around The Tan and enjoy being in the presence, meeting new people, exploring this social event in a relaxed and open environment. The Tan walk, jog or run around is a 3.827km track around the Botanic Gardens. We could do 1 lap, or 2 laps or 3 laps, see how we feel being in the moment. There are cafes on Domain Road right across from the meeting point. Feel free to grab a coffee before the event starts. This event is child and pet friendly. IMPORTANT! *Mind The Walk of this meetup will NOT accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury / accidents for your personal belongings/property at social meetups. *Attending and participating at social meetups you are taking responsibility for your own, self-awareness, well-being and safety. Thank you Mind The Walk

Late lunch + Gratitude Walk

This event combines good plant-based food and time outdoors with good humans - so here we go. We're starting with lunch at **Cockatoo Kitchen, 60 Bridge Road, Richmond** \- Asian / Thai\, 100% vegan \(bonus points if you've been craving a good curry\)\. Come hungry\, come as you are\. It's a small venue so only the first 6-8 people who arrive can order lunch here. Other people can order next door or across the road so we don't overwhelm these small shops with our big crowd. Once you have your take-away, congregate on the footpath with the host. By 2pm we'll start walking to nearby Yarra Park to eat together on the picnic tables / grass - perfect for a sunny day. The tables and benches are next to the playground. See photos for map of where to go. Once we've eaten in the park, we'll wander towards the Royal Botanic Gardens for a **gratitude walk** \- takes about 30 minutes to get there\, easy pace\, no extreme fitness level required\. If you've never done one, here's the shape of it: * Leave the phone in your pocket (or on silent) - just for this bit * Notice 3 things you can see… 3 things you can hear… 2 things you can feel (the breeze, the sun on your skin)… 1 thing you can smell * Appreciate the small stuff - comfy shoes, a nice tree, someone's laugh * Silently reflect, or say your thanks out loud as you go - whatever feels natural Gratitude and stress genuinely can't hold the same space in your brain at once - so this is 30 minutes of your nervous system getting a proper break, dressed up as a nice walk. Feel free to bring a journal (optional) - once we're in the gardens, there'll be a chance to share gratitude for what you're calling in, as if it's already happened. Eg - if you're wanting new friends, you might share that you're grateful you've met some like-minded people who you now catch up with regularly… that you laugh a lot together… that it feels easy. Speak it like it's already yours. Once we reach the gardens, no pressure to stick around as a group - keep chatting with whoever you've clicked with, explore solo, or head off and get on with your Saturday. **Details** 📍 Footpath - Cookatoo Kitchen, 60 Bridge Road, Richmond OR nearby venues. 🕜 Saturday 15th August, 1:30pm 🥗 2pm we walk to park to eat. (see photos for maps) 🚶‍♀️ 2:30pm Gratitude walk (\~30 min to the Botanic Gardens) ☔ If raining - bring umbrella / rain jacket / gumboots. We can sit under cover at MCG to eat. Come as you are - conversation's an invitation here, never an obligation. Can't wait to see who shows up. *** HOST RESOURCES: [https://mastercoaches.net/good-conversation-club-questions.pdf](https://mastercoaches.net/good-conversation-club-questions.pdf) Print double sided. Cut up cards. Hand out at start of event. Guide people to introduce themselves to other guests eg eg talk to someone wearing the same colour or someone who is similar height.

Love - in Thought & Action

🌿 Take a gentle pause this month as we connect, reflect and explore: *"**Love – in Thought and Action**."* **SoulTime** offers a welcoming space for reflection, meaningful conversation and connection in a peaceful setting overlooking nature. Sessions include a reading a selection of short quotations from diverse cultures, faiths, philosophies and perspectives, and open discussion around uplifting themes relevant to everyday life. This month, we'll explore love as more than simply an emotion. How do our thoughts shape the way we see ourselves and others? How does love find expression through compassion, kindness, forgiveness, generosity and service? Together, we'll reflect on how cultivating love in both thought and action can strengthen our relationships, enrich our communities and bring greater meaning to everyday life. 🌱 To help make SoulTime accessible for families, we are continuing our **SoulTime Kids** program! This is a parallel session for primary-aged children that runs while adults attend the main gathering, often exploring similar themes through their own creative, reflective and values-based activities. The kids' session is facilitated by a qualified primary school teacher or youth worker (with current Working with Children Checks). **SoulTime** remains open to everyone, regardless of background, beliefs or life stage. Light refreshments will be served following the group discussion. We hope you can join us! ☕✨