We were truly honoured to be joined by Harchana today. Her story was nothing short of extraordinary. Having migrated to Australia as a refugee, she sought not just safety, but also the opportunity to rebuild her life. Her journey was a testament to incredible resilience, as she navigated the complexities of displacement and underwent a profound personal transformation.Harchana’s past was filled with immense difficulty and trauma, but it didn’t define her. Her path to Naarm (Melbourne) marked the beginning of a new chapter—one focused on healing, empowerment, and renewal. She spoke with deep gratitude for the safe and welcoming environment she found in Australia, which became a nurturing ground for her dreams.Today, Harchana stands as a beacon of strength and perseverance, a living example of what it means to overcome the darkest of circumstances. By sharing her story, she has inspired so many, showing that no matter how challenging the past may be, it’s possible to create a future filled with hope and possibility. It was a privilege to hear her speak and witness the light she brings to the world. The show was aired in bilingual Tamil and English. Songs Played: Break my soul by Beyonce & Honey DijonLamis Kan by MeystaraSingapenne by Ar Rahman & Sashaa TripathiGreedy by Tate Mcrae Christmas Events Updates:Organisers have announced tickets are running low. Please book in asap!Christmas for the Queer Community : Free Christmas morning breakfast by Queerspace.The Provincial Hotel, 299 Brunswick St, Fitzroy, 9:00 am to 11:30 am.Tickets are via Eventbrite.Free Queerspace Breakfast on Christmas Morning Tickets, Wed 25/12/2024 at 9:00 am | EventbriteTraditional Christmas day lunch by Positive Incorporated.Bookings by 20th December are essential. 18+ event.Free alcohol drinks sponsored by Sircuit Club. Book by messaging via email posattitude13@hotmail.com , or messaging them via their FaceBook page, https://www.facebook.com/positiveattitude13 Upcoming Community Project Updates:Forcibly displaced people network (FDPN) Forcibly displaced people network (FDPN) is a not-for-profit organisation, run by and for queer people of displacements background.They are looking for abstract and scholarship submissions for their annual queer displacement conference.Held in Naarm in September 2025, the focus is Asia Pacific, the FDPN explores complex issues within the region within the region that lead to displacement for queer people, and explores the struggles people face when being displacedAbstract submission is due by 09.01.2025For further information please visit the FDPN website:Forcibly Displaced People Network Organisations to reach out during Christmas and New Year break:Domestic ViolenceSafe Steps24 hours help and support with family and domestic violence for women and children survivors.Phone: 1800 015 188Housing VictoriaDirect you to local access point if need of immediate accommodation because of domestic violence.Monday-Friday Hours : 5.00 pm to 9.00amWeekends and Public Holidays: Always 24 hoursPhone: 1800 825 955Telehealth ServicesVictorian Virtual Emergency Department24/7 online and phone health servicesWebsite: vved.org.au/patients/Phone: 03 94859070Mental Health ServicesLifeline Services24/7 confidential crisis and suicide counselling Phone: 13 11 14Suicide Callback ServicesPhone: 1300 659 467Emergency ReliefWebsite: askizzy.org.auHomeless SupportSt Kilda Crisis CentreImmediate accommodation needsLocation: 29 Grey Street, St. Kilda , Vic 3182Phone: 03 9536 777724/7 phone services: 1800 627 727