Manaya Pride Program
Supporting the LGBTIQAP+ forcibly displaced communities
Manaya is Sanskrit for Celebration and To Celebrate.
At Manaya, we believe in witnessing, acknowledging, and celebrating the lived and living experiences of LGBTIQAP+ forcibly displaced people living on the unceded lands of First Nations peoples in so-called Australia. This includes refugees and asylum seekers who face unique challenges in accessing support.
We recognise the significant barriers LGBTIQAP+ forcibly displaced communities face in accessing mental health care and social support, and we are deeply committed to addressing these barriers wherever possible.
We walk alongside these communities, offering therapeutic support and social inclusion programs designed to nurture mental health and wellbeing.
Our Services
Free Counselling
Online and in person options available
This free clinic is available with either Emma, Lauren or Anirudh who are qualified and compassionate counsellors ready to support you on your journey.
Reach out to start working with our team today.
Supporting you to access the right services
A database of information about services, supports, housing services, mental health organisations, crisis support and family violence services.
Monthly Community
Our monthly community dinners are open to all LGBTIQAP+ forcibly displaced folks and allies. This is a potluck style dinner that is a space where folks can connect, build relationships and find community.
The next dinners are on: Aug 12, Sept 11, Oct 14, Nov 6 and Dec 16
Monthly Community of Practice
A Com-Op every last Thu of the month for people who directly support LGBTIQAP+ forcibly displaced people such as case managers, therapists, and social workers
Future Meetings 12pm - 1:30pm: Aug 27, Sept 24, Oct 29, Nov 26 and Dec 10