Belonging Matters Inc.

28/01/2026

⁉️ What if work was designed to fit the person ⁉️ it can be with customised employment 👍 Under the NDIS, we can access support to find and maintain employment. But too often, employment pathways are rigid and standardised. People are assessed against job descriptions that were never desig...

27/01/2026

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.

This series is aimed at anyone who supports people with intellectual disability to make decisions.

15/01/2026

We’re Hiring! 🌟 Operational, Communications and Resource Coordinator (Part-Time)

Do you have a heart for social inclusion, an eye for design and a head for organisation?

Belonging Matters is a not for profit organisation looking for a versatile "all-rounder" to serve as our operational support, event organiser and creative communications designer.

This is a unique hybrid role where no two days are the same—you’ll be the person who keeps our Boronia office humming while crafting the creative communications that amplify our mission.

The Role: 📍 Based in Boronia, VIC (some work from home & travel for events) ⏱ 22 hours per week (12-month contract, extension possible) 💰 SCHADS Award (depending on experience)

What you’ll do:
• Create: Design newsletters, event flyers, social media, and educational resources.
• Coordinate: Manage logistics for online and in person events across Melbourne.
• Organise: Handle office admin, IT troubleshooting and digital systems,
• Connect: Be a friendly, professional first point of contact for our community.

If you are a creative problem-solver who thrives in a small team and believes in empowerment for people with disabilities, we want to hear from you!

Please email: deb.rouget@belongingmatters.org for more information and to request a copy of the Position Description.

You can also visit our website for information: https://www.belongingmatters.org/we-are-hiring

Applications close: 30 January 2026

Image of keyboard and drinking mug. Text, We're Hiring! Operational, Communications and Resource Coordinator (Part-Time). Image logo for Belonging Matters.

02/01/2026

23/12/2025

🎄We would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a very safe and happy holiday period.

Thank you to all those who continue to foster welcoming and diverse communities where every person belongs - ensuring all people are recognised for their gifts and valuable contributions. Your efforts make our world a better place.

Belonging Matters will be closed from 23 December 2025 to 12 January 2025.

Image below of green and red leaves and berries with gold stars. Text, We wish you a wonderful holiday season, from all of us at Belonging Matters. Image logo for Belonging Matters.

20/12/2025

28/11/2025

In this video you will meet Mike and the members of the rock band SNUB as they demonstrate how common interests and shared passions can unlock amazing possibilities and forge strong community connections.

Through his combined passions of music and photography, Mike has become an integral part of rock band Snub who describe Mike as, 'the best roadie ever'.

Mike started to go to live music gigs and it wasn’t long before Mike established himself as Snub's roadie, attending all of their gigs including a tour in Queensland.

The band members of Snub love Mike's passion for music, highly value his friendship, and recognise the valued role Mike plays as their number one supporter.

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In this video you will meet Mike and the members of the rock band Snub as they demonstrate how common interests and shared passions can unlock amazing possib...

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.

14/11/2025

Read our latest newsletter update for November 2025.

CLICK HERE: 👉 https://mailchi.mp/611c5f5bb21a/last-chance-to-attend-we-belong-in-knox

10/11/2025

✨ Join us at our AGM and hear from guest presenter, Fiona Read, who will speak on Top Tips for Sustaining Individualised Support Arrangements.

Anyone can attend but only members can vote.

✅ Attend our AGM and guest presentation via Zoom on Wednesday, 12 November 2025 at 7 pm (via Zoom)

👉 Register Now: https://events.humanitix.com/belonging-matters-annual-general-meeting-2025

Image below of guest presenter Fiona Read. Text, Belonging Matters Notice of Annual General Meeting 2025. Featuring guest presenter Fiona Read presenting on top tips for sustaining individualised support arrangements. Wednesday, 12 November 2025 via Zoom at 7pm until 8.30 pm.

20/10/2025

Making friends can be hard!

This free, interactive, face-to-face course is designed for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their supporters.

It will take place in October and November 2025 in Ferntree Gully, Victoria. Places are limited!

👉 For more information, visit: https://events.humanitix.com/friendship-matters-course-2025

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18/10/2025

🌻A friend is a gift you give yourself! - Robert Louis Stevenson

LAST 10 DAYS TO REGISTER!

Building Bridges: The Art of Friendship Course (commencing 30 October 2025) will bring people with disabilities and their supporters together to workshop how we can all work towards creating more friendships and help them last.

🎫 GET TICKETS: https://events.humanitix.com/friendship-matters-course-2025

Registrations close on 28 October.

Image is Text only: Free Course - Building Bridges, The Art of Friendship, quote "a friend is a gift you give yourself" by Robert Louis Stevenson.