Creating safe communities for people seeking asylum and refugees to thrive and belong.
A welcoming, respectful & empowering community for all.
House of Welcome provides personalised support for people seeking asylum and refugees, transforming lives through transitional housing, trauma-informed casework, employment, emergency support and advocacy that address fundamental human needs for forcibly displaced individuals.
One Year of Impact
We provide housing, casework, advocacy and career pathways to people seeking asylum and refugees, striving to shape how we all treat those in need. Between FY 2023 - 2024, we have supported:
86
people housed nightly across 17 properties
278
clients received intensive casework support, including 74 clients experiencing DFV
3,858
casework appointments were delivered
$87,819
invested in rent and tenancy support
49
new clients assisted with employment
35+
meetings with
political representatives
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.
Advocacy
We support employment confidence to empower clients to enter the labour market by providing skills development, foundational support, and work experience opportunities through our employment programs.
Employment
Transitional
Housing
Safe and secure housing is essential for all to thrive. At House of Welcome, we provide refugees and people seeking asylum with the support they need to secure stable housing.
Casework
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.
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.
When I came here, I didn’t find myself a community: I found myself a home
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You made us feel welcome, valued, and part of a community, and for that, we thank you from the bottom of our heart.
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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.
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One of the most important things I’ve gained from House of Welcome is the confidence to navigate life in a new country.
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Join us in our mission
Your contribution builds safe communities for people seeking people asylum and refugees to thrive and belong. Here are some ways to help:
Donations
Making a donation today will support House of Welcome to deliver positive solutions to overcoming barriers for people seeking asylum and refugees by delivering transitional housing, trauma-informed casework, employment, emergency support and advocacy.
Partnerships
Our collaborative opportunities are designed to align with your organisation's values and goals, offering 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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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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