# Event Details - **Event Name**: Impact Cafe: LGBTQIA+ support sector - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 am – Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join Lotterywest to discover how to make more of an impact with your future initiatives and grant applications.About this EventA (FREE!) Full‑Day, Practical Workshop for WA’s LGBTQIA+ Support Sector ?️‍?? Date: Wednesday 8 July 2026? Location: City West Lotteries House⏰ Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm☕ Refreshments providedSupported by Living Proud, Rainbow Futures and Pride WACalling all organisations supporting LGBTQIA+ communities across WAJoin us for a full‑day, hands‑on session, tailored specifically for the LGBTQIA+ support sector. It will help you strengthen your project ideas, sharpen your funding story, and build confidence in demonstrating meaningful impact for the communities you serve.Whether you’re running peer programs, delivering inclusive services, creating safe and affirming spaces, supporting mental health initiatives, or advocating for equality — you’ll gain practical tools to clearly articulate and evidence your impact.What we’ll dive into?️‍? Good project design – shape initiatives that are inclusive, responsive and community‑led? Defining need and impact – articulate the unique needs of LGBTQIA+ communities and how your work responds? Outcomes measurement – capture meaningful change (e.g. safety, belonging, wellbeing, participation, visibility)? Collecting data & evidence – ethical, respectful and practical approaches to gathering insights? Acquittal planning – simplify reporting to funders while keeping it meaningful? Telling your impact story – communicate your outcomes with clarity, authenticity and confidence? Collaboration & connection – build relationships across WA’s LGBTQIA+ sector? Sustaining impact – design initiatives that create lasting, positive change for diverse communitiesThis is not a dry, academic workshopIt’s interactive, practical and grounded in real projects you bring on the day. You’ll actively work on your own ideas and leave with tools you can apply straight away.Who is it for?LGBTQIA+ support organisations • Pride and advocacy groups • Peer support networks • Youth services • Mental health and wellbeing providers • Community health organisations • Inclusion and diversity practitioners • Local government staff • Volunteer‑led LGBTQIA+ initiativesYou’ll walk away with✔ A stronger, clearer project concept✔ A simple, reusable logic model and outcomes plan✔ Tools to support grant applications (Lotterywest, Healthway and others)✔ Confidence to demonstrate impact with meaningful, respectful evidence✔ New connections and shared momentum across the sectorBring your passion, your project ideas (big or small), and your commitment to supporting LGBTQIA+ communities — and leave with the tools to turn intention into impact.? BYO laptop to make the most of practical tools from the Community Impact Hub.Facilitator: Melanie BainbridgeMelanie Bainbridge is a social impact, arts and sustainability professional with over 20 years’ experience in strategy, policy, and community engagement. As Senior Manager, Impact Design and Capability at Lotterywest, she helps organisations design for measurable, meaningful impact. Mel has worked extensively with local governments and community groups to develop strategies focused on sustainability, equity, wellbeing, and culture. She’s passionate about turning big ideas into practical action and helping groups define their goals, plan their path, and share their story with clarity and heart. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/86582a10-7a60-11f1-9c5f-b15bd5656509-rimg-w1200-h450-dc222835-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/868c3260-7a60-11f1-b048-852e1fd2d67a-rimg-w740-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/86b935d0-7a60-11f1-9c5f-b15bd5656509-rimg-w1117-h740-dc010101-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-perth/impact-cafe-lgbtqia-support-sector/100001989365644194 - **Event Categories**: fitness, health-wellness, Workshops, Art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 8 hours - Location: City West Lotteries House - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: West Perth - **state**: WA - **country**: Australia - **location**: City West Lotteries House - **lat**: -31.9455769 - **long**: 115.8463223 - **full address**: City West Lotteries House, 2 Delhi Street, West Perth, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Impact Cafe: LGBTQIA+ support sector - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/835170b6a93638798275ed66c157f9cfb7c00dbc566962a9d6d2aaa247a2bb14-rimg-w1200-h600-dc0475bc-gmir.jpg?v=1781074682 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Impact Cafe: LGBTQIA+ support sector being held? - **A:** Impact Cafe: LGBTQIA+ support sector takes place on Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 am to Wed, 08 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm at City West Lotteries House, 2 Delhi Street, West Perth, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Impact Cafe: LGBTQIA+ support sector? - **A:** Impact Cafe: LGBTQIA+ support sector is organized by Lotterywest. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Impact Cafe: LGBTQIA+ support sector is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in West Perth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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