We support and
advocate for the rights of people seeking asylum
and refugees
A welcoming, respectful & empowering community for all.
House of Welcome provides personalised support for people seeking asylum and refugees. Through transitional housing, trauma-informed casework, employment assistance, emergency support, and advocacy, we address fundamental human needs and empower our clients to rebuild their lives.
One year of impact
We provide housing, casework, advocacy and career pathways to people seeking asylum and refugees. Between FY 2023 - 2024, we have supported:
people housed nightly across 17 properties
85
clients received intensive casework support, including 74 clients experiencing DFV
278
casework appointments were delivered
3,858
new clients assisted with employment
49
$87,819
invested in rent and tenancy support
35+
meetings with
political representatives
Safe and secure housing is essential for all to thrive. At House of Welcome, we provide people seeking asylum and refugees with transitional housing to provide stability.
We provide personalised, co-designed support tailored to the unique and individual needs and goals of people seeking asylum and refugees. We link clients to essential services and activities that promote wellbeing and integration. Our services are delivered in a culturally sensitive environment.
We support employment confidence to empower clients to enter the Australian job market by providing job readiness skills and work experience opportunities through our employment programs.
We campaign for long-lasting policy change and to address the inadequacies of past and present asylum systems. Campaigns are led by lived experience and built on government relations expertise.
Get support
You are welcome here. If you are a person seeking asylum or a refugee, our dedicated team are committed to supporting you. We will work with you to understand your needs and provide the support you require as you navigate your journey towards safety and stability. Please contact us to connect with our dedicated casework team.
Kind Words from our Community
“When I came here, I didn’t find myself a community: I found myself a home”
- Hamed*
“One of the most important things I’ve gained from House of Welcome is the confidence to navigate life in a new country.”
- Aisha*
“The warmth and empathy from the community helped me realise that I am not alone, and that we are all working for a better future together.”
- Anh*
“You made us feel welcome, valued, and part of a community, and for that, we thank you from the bottom of our heart.”
- Suni*
Join us in our mission
Your contribution helps build safe communities for people seeking asylum and refugees to thrive and belong. Here are some ways to help:
Donations
Donating today will help House of Welcome deliver positive solutions that overcome barriers faced by people seeking asylum and refugees. We achieve this through providing transitional housing, trauma-informed casework, employment support, emergency assistance, and advocacy.
Partnerships
Our collaborative opportunities are designed to align with your organisation's values and goals. We offer a range of engagement options, including strategic partnerships, volunteering, sponsorships, advocacy, and sharing your expertise pro bono.
Engagement
Whether you're passionate about volunteering, advocating for the rights of people seeking asylum and refugees, supporting our foodbank, organising fundraising events, or leaving a lasting legacy through a bequest, there are countless ways to contribute to our mission.
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office@houseofwelcome.org.au
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House of Welcome acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners of this land throughout Australia. We value their cultures, identities and continuing connection to country, waters, kin and community. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
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