Alike WA
Insights from decades working within the Peer Support Space.
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End of Year Debrief
End of year debrief to review our own practice from the year, and to plan for 2026
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This special speaker and networking event will shine a light on the unique insights of peer workers in the homelessness sector. Together, we’ll explore the challenges of entering the workforce, the strengths of lived wisdom, and how cross-sector collaborations can drive real-world change. A light lunch will be included.
The speaker presentations will be from Ryan Hood (Homeless Health Care) and Pauline Boscato (St Patrick’s Community Support Centre).
📅 Date: Thursday, 16 October 2025, 11am to 2pm.
📍 Location: Sullivan Hall, 2 Nannine Avenue, White Gum Valley WA 6162
Please note that while attendance is free, registration is required beforehand.
Aimee Sinclair
Embedding Peer Work within Primary Care
Join us on Tuesday the 23rd of September for our online monthly WAPSN meeting!
This month we are joined by Aimee Sinclair as our key speaker.
Aimee (she/her) is a peer worker specialising in LE research and training, who draws predominantly from a Mad/psy-survivor perspective in her work. Aimee will present the findings of a literature review commissioned by CoMHWA to investigate embedding mental health peer workers within GP clinics, sharing what initiatives currently exist and what the potential benefits, barriers and enablers are. There will also be opportunity for sharing of one's own experience, knowledge and/or opinions about peer workers in primary health care settings like GPs.
Peer Practice is a new Lived Experience Organisation that champions the power of lived experience to build authenticity, connection, and empowerment.
Through accessible peer support, education, and advocacy Peer Practice are creating spaces where individuals, workplaces, and communities can grow, heal, and thrive—together.
Peer Practice may be a new organisation within the ever-growing WA Lived Experience Space but its leadership team are not new to Lived Experience roles or the community services industry. Peer Practice is already showing strong promise with new programs, staff and opportunities that are bringing new approaches and insights to a sector that can always benefit from more Lived Experience voices leading it. Peer Practice and it’s team are building from a strong foundation of experience and passion from years of working within the WA Lived Experience Space. From previous works establishing unique practices, to working within and alongside pre-established organisations, the leadership of Peer Practice draw from this knowledge in creating new works. For those Lived Experience individuals looking to create new pathways to wellbeing and community, organisations like Peer Practice can provide a guide on how these goals can be achieved.
If you are Peer Worker looking for more grassroots insights, new opportunities, and ways of working, or looking to one day support your own community through your own practice, we welcome you to join us for next months online meeting.
Every month WAPSN brings together Peer Workers from all across WA to share in learning and experience. Every session WAPSN hosts a Peer Worker working in a unique area of Peer Work to share from their own experiences for other Peer Workers to learn from as they develop their own Peer Work skills.
WAPSN speakers share from their own opinions and perspectives.
Australia is the only country in the world where psychedelic drugs can be prescribed alongside psychotherapy as a medicine. This represents a shifting recognition of the healing potential of psychedelics; something that indigenous cultures have known and that Western society has begun to discover. Despite the possession and use of psychedelic drugs remaining illegal in non-clinical settings, more and more members of our community are seeking 'underground' psychedelics for healing, yet stigma remains a heavy burden and often prevents them from seeking wrap-around support.
It's important that, as a community, we have the knowledge and skills to discuss psychedelics without perpetuating shame and isolation. It's important we stay curious about why someone wants to use, or has used, psychedelics and welcome both transformative and challenging experiences with compassion and a desire to understand.
By the end of this presentation, you'll know...
how history has contributed to stigma
the truth behind common myths
how psychedelics work
the importance of 'set' and 'setting' and how they influence safety
why peer skills are perfect for supporting someone who has used, or is going to use, psychedelics
the answers to your individual questions
The 2025 WA Peer Supporters Network Conference has been scheduled!
Date: 9th-10th June 2025
Location: Optus Stadium
Join us in June of this year for a brilliant two day event jam-packed full of:
Networking opportunities
Lived experience speakers
Peer-led workshops
Panel discussions
Co-reflection opportunities
Interstate keynote speakers
This year we will be offering regional scholarships to empower regional Peers to attend the event - more information to come soon!
If you have any questions please contact:info@peersupportwa.org.au
Click Here to Read the Latest Details about the 2025 WAPSN Conference
Join us on 17th October to celebrate and acknowledge the work done by wonderful Peers in and around our sectors. More information to come later in the year.
We are excited to announce the third annual WAPSN Conference will be taking place on 23rd and 24th of May - more details to follow!
We are excited to announce the third annual WAPSN Conference will be taking place on 23rd and 24th of May - more details to follow!
We are pleased to announce that the Guest Speaker for the March 2024 WAPSN Meeting is Noor Azooz.
She is currently a Project Officer at Ishar Multicultural Women’s Health Services, is dedicated to supporting women from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CaLD) communities. Her previous role as a Bilingual Health Educator at Ishar highlighted her commitment to women's welfare. Despite her background in civil engineering and project management, Noor's true passion is working with women and children.
With prior experience at organisations like the YMCA and Outcare, she showcased her commitment to community service, particularly in working with young children. Having migrated from Iraq in 2014 and being a mother of three boys, Noor brings a unique perspective to promoting the health and well-being of women and children. Her diverse professional background and personal experiences enrich her ability to make a positive impact in her current role and future endeavors.
Add this Zoom link to your calendar, to join us on the 21st March: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85816491729
WA Peer Supporters' Network invites you to come together with a community of Peer Workers, where we will discuss what's happening in the sector in Western Australia and interstate, along with what the future of WAPSN looks like.
Topic: Casper Sela (Topic: Peer Work Wage Negotiation; Rainbow Door, VIC)
RSVP at info@peersupportwa.org.au
Join us to celebrate Global Peer Supporters’ Celebration Day for 2023!
This year we are excited to announce a special hybrid event with Peer Workers and Leaders joining us from around the country to discuss “Peer Work Around Australia”.
This networking and learning opportunity is not to be missed!
Click here to download the flyer for more info.
Thursday 19th October
10am - 1pm
Blacklot Theatre, West Perth
RSVP essential to info@peersupportwa.org.au for catering purposes.
LIMITED SPACES!
WA Peer Supporters' Network invites you to come together with a community of Peer Workers, where we will discuss what's happening in the sector in Western Australia and interstate, along with what the future of WAPSN looks like.
Topic:
WAPSN Conference Reflection and Discussion
Online via Zoom
RSVP at info@peersupportwa.org.au
CoMHWA is proud to support the 2023 WAPSN Conference, being held on Friday 4th August at Technology Park, Bentley.
FREE education and group reflection to build skills, sustain and thrive in your peer support role For anyone with an interest in learning about peer support and developing peer work practice skills.
Venue: Meeting will be held ONLINE via ZOOM Link
RSVP: info@peersupportwa.org.au or (08) 9258 8911
Topics: Announced prior to each meeting via our newsletter - are you subscribed?
View our 2022 Meeting Calendar and overview here
FREE education and group reflection to build skills, sustain and thrive in your peer support role For anyone with an interest in learning about peer support and developing peer work practice skills.
Venue: Meeting will be held ONLINE via ZOOM Link
RSVP: info@peersupportwa.org.au or (08) 9258 8911
Topics: Announced prior to each meeting via our newsletter - are you subscribed?
View our 2022 Meeting Calendar and overview here
WA Peer Network Conference
Date: Thursday, July 28th, 2022
Time: 10am - 4pm
Location: Aloft Hotel, 27 Rowe Ave, Rivervale WA 6103
Register for your FREE ticket at wapsn.eventbrite.com
FREE education and group reflection to build skills, sustain and thrive in your peer support role For anyone with an interest in learning about peer support and developing peer work practice skills.
Venue: Meeting will be held ONLINE via ZOOM Link
RSVP: info@peersupportwa.org.au or (08) 9258 8911
Topics: Announced prior to each meeting via our newsletter - are you subscribed?
View our 2022 Meeting Calendar and overview here
FREE education and group reflection to build skills, sustain and thrive in your peer support role For anyone with an interest in learning about peer support and developing peer work practice skills.
Venue: Meeting will be held ONLINE via ZOOM Link
RSVP: info@peersupportwa.org.au or (08) 9258 8911
Topics: Announced prior to each meeting via our newsletter - are you subscribed?
View our 2022 Meeting Calendar and overview here
FREE education and group reflection to build skills, sustain and thrive in your peer support role For anyone with an interest in learning about peer support and developing peer work practice skills.
Venue: This meeting will be held ONLINE!
RSVP: info@peersupportwa.org.au or (08) 9258 8911
Topic: WAPSN Strategic Plan Presentation.
View our 2022 Meeting Calendar and overview here.
FREE education and group reflection to build skills, sustain and thrive in your peer support role For anyone with an interest in learning about peer support and developing peer work practice skills.
Venue: Online via Zoom!
RSVP: online or email info@peersupportwa.org.au or (08) 9258 8911
Topics: Strategic Planning
View our 2022 Meeting Calendar and overview here.
For Peer Supporters, Peer Workers and anyone with an interest in finding out more.
More information to be released soon.
Join us in celebrating Global Peer Supporter’s Celebration Day on October 21st 2021.
We will provide a free lunch, guest speakers, a few small stalls and opportunities to acknowledge the fabulous work (paid, volunteer and informal) done by WA Peer Supporters!
Global Peer Support Celebration Day (GPSCD), an annual celebration of peer supporters, peer support, and our work This annual, worldwide event takes place annually on the third Thursday in October.
Click here to download the flyer
Date: Thursday October 21st 2021
Time: 11.00am - 2.00pm
Place: Holyrood Pavilion, 8 Holyrood St, West Leederville
RSVP: Email admin@comhwa.org.au or phone 08 9258 8911to RSVP
If you or your organisation is celebrating GPSCD we encourage you to share information, pictures, or social media posts with us!
For Peer Supporters, Peer Workers and anyone with an interest in finding out more.
More information to be released soon.
For Peer Supporters, Peer Workers and anyone with an interest in finding out more.
More information to be released soon.
For Peer Supporters, Peer Workers and anyone with an interest in finding out more.
More information to be released soon.
For Peer Supporters, Peer Workers and anyone with an interest in finding out more.
More information to be released soon.
