Workshops

Our workshops weave storytelling, creativity, and wellbeing into transformative experiences that inspire self-discovery, foster connection, and nurture resilience.

Young People

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Creative workshops that give young people space to express themselves, share experiences, and build resilience.

Participants will explore who they are and learn practical ways to handle academic pressure, social media, identity, and mental wellbeing.

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Tertiary Students

Immersive workshops that empower students to deepen their sense of belonging and develop resilience.

We support tertiary students as they navigate academic pressures, cultural transitions, and personal growth—helping them better understand themselves and their place in the world.

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Local Organisations

Helping organisations respond with care and strength to individuals facing trauma, discrimination, or social isolation.

Our workshops and resources are designed to support people navigating challenges like caregiving, financial stress, and mental health — with holistic, strengths-based approaches that foster dignity, resilience, and connection.

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Inner Essence Women’s Circle

The Inner Essence Women’s Circle meets quarterly to offer women a nurturing, culturally attuned space to share stories, practice creative self-expression, and engage in gentle self-healing rituals

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Testimonials

  • "She facilitated a powerful group session where five of us from refugee and migrant backgrounds came together to share our stories, and the environment Hawanatu created was filled with trust, openness, and deep listening, leaving me feeling seen, empowered, and excited for our upcoming day of filming."

    Lalitha

  • "She has a calming voice and gentle disposition that makes participants feel comfortable, and her delivery of information and self-care techniques was clear and easy to follow, with everyone feeling they had learned new coping tools to take into their everyday life."

    Lesley

  • "What really helped me pull through was knowing I had a list of self-care routines and soothing practices I could fall back upon to look after myself, giving me a sense of control in unsettling times and showing that the more complete our self-soothing box is, the better we are at bouncing back."

    Mary

  • "Despite a quick pivot to the digital format, Hawanatu presented a well formulated and engaging workshop filled with practical mindfulness techniques, creating a strong foundation for young people to go forth and tell their stories on their own terms."

    Izaebella Antoniou (Staff, Projects Officer – Multicultural Youth Affairs Network)

  • "Despite being an online workshop due to the lockdown situation, Hawanatu genuinely engaged with participants, making everyone feel safe and welcome while providing valuable ways to practice self care and mindfulness."

    Yamane Fayed (Staff, Multicultural Women's Hub Producer, Arts & Cultural Exchange)