Art Playgroup creates space for connection (2025)

Our recent partnership with The Support Network for International Students brought together families affected by recent visa changes in a day of creativity and community. Children made colorful artwork sharing their stories and hopes, while parents connected and discussed how policy changes have impacted their lives. The day ended with a moving exhibition of the children's art, putting real faces and stories to what are often just seen as policy numbers. As one parent shared, "These children's artwork shows what statistics can't - these are real families with deep connections to Australia." Both kids and adults left with new friends and a stronger sense of community support.