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Hot House insights
Welcome to the Hot House web log. Here you can stay updated with insights from our talented community leadership and development practitioners.
victoriamathison98
- Aug 7
- 2 min
The Power of Collaboration in Community-led Practice
One of the key practices that have contributed to the Tunnel Project's success is the spirit of collaboration that permeates every aspect...
victoriamathison98
- Jul 18
- 2 min
First Nations Collaboration In Community Work: Building Culturally Safe Spaces
Today I wanted to dive into a vital aspect of community work: First Nations collaboration and the crucial role of a Cultural Safety...
victoriamathison98
- Jul 4
- 2 min
The Consultations and Collaborations Behind the West Leads the Way Project
Building on what we shared last week reflecting on our project 'Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay Lead the Way' in partnership with Network...
victoriamathison98
- Jun 24
- 1 min
Summit Reflections
On the 8th of June, we hosted the 2023 Community Leadership Summit alongside Network West at the beautiful Newport Substation. The Summit...
victoriamathison98
- Apr 18
- 1 min
Allies in Community Leadership - Session Two Highlights
Following up with some special moments we captured during our second session of the Building Blocks – Allies in community, where we...
victoriamathison98
- Apr 12
- 1 min
Allies in Community Leadership - Session One Highlights
Over the past few weeks, we’ve welcomed our 2023 ‘Allies in Community Leadership’ cohort into a very special version of Wyndham’s...
victoriamathison98
- Feb 14
- 1 min
Last week to apply for Wyndham Building Blocks 2023
LAST WEEK to apply!!! The Building Blocks Community Leadership Program builds the confidence and skills of local community so they can...
Helen Rodd
- Feb 2
- 1 min
Go SLOW - 'rest' is resistance!
My focus for this year is “SLOW”. I’m hoping this focus supports my health and wellbeing, my colleagues and community’s wellbeing, but...
victoriamathison98
- Jan 31
- 1 min
Applications closing soon for Wyndham Building Blocks Allies in Community Leadership 2023
Applications close for the Allies in Community Leadership 2023 program on the 19th of February! As many of you who have participated in...
victoriamathison98
- Jan 24
- 1 min
Change The Date
Content Warning – post mentions colonial violence. Photo credit: Tamara Watt For First Nation’s community and an increasing number of...
victoriamathison98
- Jan 15
- 1 min
Applications are Open for Wyndham Building Blocks 2023 !!
Getting excited for the return of Building Blocks in 2023, with a community leadership program that includes a newly developed First...
victoriamathison98
- Jan 15
- 1 min
Ngarra-djarra Gurri Bunmarra Healing and Wellness Gathering for Women
A very special and exciting opportunity from Avaivilla Group coming up on the 18th of March – the Ngarra-djarra Gurri Bunmarra healing...
victoriamathison98
- Dec 21, 2022
- 2 min
A Reflective Post for the Turn of the Year
How intense has 2023 been? I know I’m not the only one to think that. By intense I mean both in a good way and in a challenging way....
victoriamathison98
- Dec 20, 2022
- 1 min
First Nations Knowledge Building and Cultural Allies Program 2023
We're excited to announce the Wyndham Building Blocks community leadership program will be returning in 2023 with our new First Nations...
victoriamathison98
- Dec 6, 2022
- 2 min
Yarning Up about navigating 'two worlds' – Reflections from the Working in Two Worlds Forum 2022
Words from guest author Victoria Mathison In November I had the pleasure of attending the Working in Two Worlds Forum, a beautiful and...
victoriamathison98
- Sep 28, 2022
- 1 min
Working In Two Worlds Forum 2022
Coming up November 15th my wonderful friend and colleague Terori from Avaivilla Group will be hosting the Working In Two Worlds Forum...
victoriamathison98
- Jul 22, 2022
- 1 min
Deadline extended!!
Applications close 25th of July, so now is the time! We’re so excited about our two upcoming Community Connector programs, running in...
victoriamathison98
- Jun 21, 2022
- 1 min
Maribyrnong Community Connector Program 2022
Hot House Projects is VERY PROUD to share information about TWO NEW COMMUNITY CONNECTOR LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS... *One for Hobsons Bay...
victoriamathison98
- Jun 21, 2022
- 1 min
Hobsons Bay Community Connector Program 2022
Hot House Projects is VERY PROUD to share information about TWO NEW COMMUNITY CONNECTOR LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS... *One for Hobsons Bay...
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