Charity Groups Sydney

Coffee at Art Gallery of NSW

**Event Summary:** We're holding our monthly social event at the NSW Art Gallery. Interested to meet new people ? Or refresh existing friendships with members of our human hearted community ? Or just curious about what it means to be [Human Hearted?](https://linktr.ee/humanheartedsydney) Or perhaps you just want a cup of coffee with new people in a relaxing atmosphere. Then come along to meet us at the NSW Art Gallery. We'll meet at the steps out front (of the original gallery) at 10:30 am. (Unless its raining in which case we'll move up a bit to get some shelter). Then we'll head down to the cafe for coffee and conversation. After that some of us will stroll the gallery. You're welcome to join us or take your own path through the gallery. **Venue:** The venue is The Art Gallery of NSW in Art gallery road, The Domain. We'll be meeting at the Naala Nura Building (the older building) with the columns and steps at the main entrance. We'll meet at the steps. **Connecting to our values:** This event is part of living out Human Hearted Sydney's values of positive social connection and building community in Sydney. So lets meet and connect with those we already know, and those we haven't met before. All are welcome to socialise, meet new people, and build friendships.

Inner West Writers Group - Write Club

Saturday 14 November is an in-person event at Marrickville Library. RSVP to secure a place! This group started in January 2020 in a beautiful private room granted by Marrickville Library. We have continued to meet in person fortnightly at the Library, with alternate weeks via Zoom. To keep up to date - sign up and receive our notifications. The group is flourishing! You will need to RSVP each week for the following Saturday so we can organise the right number of Zoom rooms and Library space to ensure good quality feedback. RSVP's will receive the link. The intention is to give a supportive environment to get traction on your writing project, gain useful feedback, and exchange writing and publishing information with each other. Please note that if you are attending for the first time - you are welcome to observe and listen to how we work. Your turn to read and be critiqued will be invited in the second session. So come along, bring up to 1500 words of your latest writing - fiction writers of all types, memoirists, biographers, graphic novelists, bloggists, poets - all writers welcome. You will have up to eight minutes to read out your work, an equal time of constructive critique and feedback from the rest of the group. If you want a tribe of fellow writers to be with you as you finish your writing project, build your author profile, want to get inspired by other writers, or want to just listen and give constructive feedback (we all need beta readers), you are very welcome. This is a free event, but membership is essential to attend. Many thanks to Marrickville Library! For more information, contact Maria, mariaissaris@icloud.com, or Jamie Ramjan (jamie.ramjan@gmail.com) or Sunnie Mosphilis via DM.

Extreme Positivity 2.0 - Overflowing Generosity

We live in a world where bad news travels fast, fear grabs our attention, and negativity has had decades to occupy our mental real estate. What if, for once, we turned the tables? What if we flooded our surroundings with so much goodness that it became impossible not to know it, feel it, and be it? Welcome to "Extreme Positivity 2.0 - Overflowing Generosity" where we take our best finds and see what happens when we broadcast it on everyone around us. This isn't about pretending life is perfect or forcing ourselves to be happy. It's about deliberately creating hope for hope's sake, then seeing what happens when this new energy gives people permission to flourish, heal, and become positivity beacons themselves. Expect more expressions of goodness than you've ever experienced packed into 3 hours. Some of you will immediately know you need this right now as you read this invitation. Others might not realise how much they've needed it until afterwards because sometimes, the busyness of life gets in the way of noticing, appreciating and sharing good news. Because positivity isn't just something we can cultivate within ourselves. It's something we can give and multiply... **Who is this for?** * anyone surrounded by toxic environments or negative people * those who need to communicate optimism and convince others to embrace positivity, whether professionally or as a business owner * people who would benefit from connecting with a diverse network of humans working to make the world a better place in different fields **What will happen?** * exercises to discover what brings people to life and learn what makes each other tick * team challenges that turn feelings of joy, awe and ecstasy into expressions of goodness for others to experience * simulations to explore and practice the power of words, thus honing in awareness of how the way we communicate matters a lot **What will you get out of it?** * leave very, very, very positive about yourself and others * learn techniques and tools to make positivity feel more natural and become your new default * gain a greater appreciation of your own influence in the world 🎟️ This is a ticketed event. Register to attend using this link: [https://www.trybooking.com/au/event/1663936](https://www.trybooking.com/au/event/1663936) Ticket includes drinks, snacks and a vegetarian meal. \*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^ ***Utopia Rising*** delivers unconventional social experiences for self-improvement seekers looking to broaden their network or simply be inspired by life again. It’s a party reimagined - alcohol-free, featuring healthy plant-based food. [www.utopiarising.com.au](https://www.utopiarising.com.au) \*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^\*^

Shut up & Write Bondi Junction (Silent Writing Group)

Join us at the Bonnibel cafe in Bondi Junction every Monday at 7pm for an hour of solid writing. Whether you’re making the finishing touches to your manuscript or staring at a blank first page, this is the place to get some words down. Don’t worry, no one will ask you to share your work. There are no critiques or prompts, no unsolicited advice and definitely no reading aloud to a room of people. Just the chance to meet fellow writers and get some work done in a friendly environment. Writing can be a solitary hobby. Everyone feels like they’re writing a bestseller on Monday and a nonsensical fiasco on Friday. Come and hang out with fellow writers who understand the highs, the lows and the absolute slog of act 2. The structure: • 7pm: Arrive, settle in, chat to those around you • 7:15: Write in silence for an hour • 8:15: Stop writing, chat about how the session went, mark down your word count etc… • 8:30: The session ends but feel free to stick around and chat more if you like 😊 The cafe stays open till 10. Don’t worry if you’re not writing a novel. We've had people writing short stories, screenplays, blog posts, poems, jokes, academic papers and more besides! Our writers come from all over: Bondi, Randwick, Paddington, Woollahra, the city and further afield. Bonnibel is a short walk from Bondi Junction station, so wherever you're coming from, it's an easy trip. Look out for our sign on the table when you get here. I made it myself. So if any of this appeals to you, hit that attending button, shut up, and write!

WSTI Festi 2026: AI for Not-for-Profits & Community

WSTI Festi 2026: AI for Not-for-Profits & Community Curious about using AI agents to augment and automate everyday work, but not sure what that would actually look like in your organisation, or whether your team could do it? This night is for you. A well-established local not-for-profit brings a genuine everyday challenge, the kind almost every not-for-profit will recognise. Over a few short sessions before the night, WSTI has coached their team to set up an agentic AI system and build their own AI solution. On stage, they'll show you how they did it: the questions they asked, the decisions they made and the challenges they faced. Then they'll showcase the initial results live, using sample data only, so no real client or volunteer information is shared. We don't build it for you. We build it with you. That's how WSTI works with organisations every week, because the skills should stay with your team long after we leave. And we believe the team should always be in the driver's seat. After all, responsible AI starts with your organisation, the people you serve and the problem worth solving, not with the technology. You'll leave knowing how to take that first step in your own organisation. How the night runs • Doors open from 5:30 PM, with light refreshments • Welcome from WSTI and Cr Hayley French, City of Parramatta • Meet the case study: what the organisation does and where the pressure points are • The journey: what the AI transformation sessions looked like, from the first discovery questions to choosing one safe, contained use case • The live showcase: the not-for-profit team shows what they built and the initial results, on stage • The honest reflection: in their own words, what works, what the challenges are, and what they decided must stay human • Your turn: in teams, run the discovery questions on your own organisation and pick your first use case. Then discuss how your team's roles could change when AI agents work alongside people. • Q&A and networking until 8:00 PM What you get • A real look at how a not-for-profit team, not just a tech expert, moves from a problem to a working AI tool; the experience speaks for itself. • Hands-on time with the discovery questions on your own organisation, with resources to help • Your own first use case, chosen and written down before you leave • A plain-English view of the risks: privacy, accuracy and human oversight • A take-home starter kit with the questions, a simple safety checklist and ready-to-use templates for everyday admin • Connections with other local not-for-profits facing the same challenges and opportunities, and with WSTI's mentors and members, Parramatta and Western Sydney's largest grassroots AI community Who should come You do not need any tech background. That's the point. • Directors and managers at charities and not-for-profits curious about boosting organisation capacity with AI that goes beyond ChatGPT • Volunteer coordinators, program leads and social workers • Board and committee members • Community, faith and cultural organisations • Social enterprises and community service providers Coming with a colleague? Even better. You can work through your own organisation together in the hands-on part. Free to attend: register your interest first Places are limited, and we want them to go to the people who will get the most from the night. So there are two simple steps: 1\. Register your interest by Wednesiday 11 November\, with a few quick questions about you and your organisation 2\. We'll confirm your free ticket on a rolling basis\, and no later than Wednesday 11 November\. We aim to welcome people from as many local organisations as possible If your plans change after you're confirmed, please let us know so someone else can take your place. Register your interest here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wsti-festi-2026-ai-for-not-for-profits-community-tickets-2003273717616 Getting there Western Sydney Startup Hub, 5 Fleet Street, North Parramatta, near the Ngara light rail stop. We're in the Event Space. With WSTI · City of Parramatta · Western Sydney Startup Hub Part of WSTI Festi 2026, Western Sydney's first grassroots AI festival, 5 to 21 November in Parramatta. See more: https://wsti.org.au/wsti-festi Notice of Photography and Filming By entering this event, you acknowledge that photography, audio, and video recording may occur. Your attendance constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of such media for promotional purposes by Western Sydney Tech Innovators (WSTI). If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please inform a WSTI team member upon arrival. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Everyone is welcome, from in and around Parramatta and beyond. When you RSVP, we ask for the postcode where you live, work or study, only for our statistics. If you have one in the City of Parramatta, please use it.

Rooftop Chats, City Views & Cocktails 🌆✨ 💕🌍Language Exchange + New Friends

✨🍹 new in sydney? want to learn a new language? 🍹✨ welcome to **aloha sydney** 🇧🇷 🇨🇳 🇦🇺 🇫🇷 🇯🇵 🇩🇪 🇪🇸 🇰🇷 🇮🇹 🇷🇺 — sydney's biggest social group for locals & internationals! 🌸💕 Every wednesday, join us at **golden hour**, **cozy conversations** with people from all over the world, **cocktails on a rooftop** overlooking darling harbour 🌅✨ every wednesday, **100+ people** come together to practice languages, make friends, and share stories 💫 📆 when & where 🗓️ **every wednesday** – 6pm to 11pm 📍 **rooftop** at pyrmont bridge hotel 🏙️ 🎟️ **Get your ticket** 🎫 https://luma.com/calendar/cal-Hv0K9CY6XDz9xqZ $7 online $10 door 💬 how it works 🌟 ✨ grab **flag stickers** for where you're from and languages you speak — perfect conversation starters 🏷️ ✨ our **lovely hosts** make sure no one stands alone — come solo or with friends, either way you'll meet amazing people 💕 ✨ expect a gorgeous mix of aussies 🐨 and internationals 🌏, games, chats, and lots of laughs in a **dreamy rooftop setting** 🌸 💖 faq 🦋 ▶️ **is this speed dating?** nope! this is a **genuine community space** for making friends & meaningful connections. we're here for the conversations, not the come-ons 🌈 ▶️ **lgbtq+ friendly?** absolutely! **everyone is welcome** here 🏳️‍🌈💕 **▶️ i only speak english, can i join?** yes! many people come just to socialise in a cozy, welcoming setting 🥰 **▶️ age range?** 18+, mostly **20s & 30s** 💫 **▶️ can i come alone?** yes! **most people do** and leave with new friends 🌷 **▶️ feeling shy?** find us at the front desk — we'll introduce you to friendly faces 💕 **▶️ can i arrive late?** yes, join anytime! ✨ 🗣️ **beginner english welcome!** 🌸 英语练习,欢迎初级水平 여기서 영어를 연습하세요, 초급 레벨 환영 ここで英語を練習してください。初心者レベルも歓迎です practica tu inglés aquí, nivel principiante es bienvenido pratique seu inglês aqui, nível iniciante é bem-vindo 🛡️ **safe space** 💕 this is a space for **respectful friendships**, not a dating scene. anyone making others uncomfortable or hitting on people aggressively will be removed immediately. ✨ if someone makes you uneasy, tell us at the front desk — we've got you 🌸 📌 instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/alohasydney/](https://www.instagram.com/alohasydney/) 🦋 📌 facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/alohasydney1](https://www.facebook.com/alohasydney1) 💫 see you at golden hour! 🌆✨🌸

Lifeblood Donation Week - Project Management Warriors & Warrioresses

Heal Your Life with Pranic Healing

Stay healthy, be happy and find peace using the science and art of Pranic Healing. Join us for a transformative session designed to introduce you to the powerful science of Pranic Healing, an internationally practiced, no-touch energy healing. In this interactive experience, you'll learn the basics of energy healing and how prana (life force) affects your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. The session includes a one-on-one Pranic Healing with aura scanning before and after the session, allowing you to see and feel the changes in your energy field firsthand. Whether you're new to energy healing or seeking deeper clarity and vitality, this session offers a practical and inspiring way to begin your journey toward inner balance and self-healing. Agenda: 💫10:30-12:00 Individual Aura Scanning and Pranic Healing Session 💫12-12:30 am: Talk on Pranic Healing & Meditation on Twin Hearts 💫12:30-1:00 Meditation & Closing Date: Sun, 15 Nov 2026 Time: 10:30am-1pm Venue: Pranic Healing NSW, 86A Pacific Highway, Roseville, NSW 2069 Free Admission, RSVP at 0415777820 Limited seats available. Please confirm your attendance. [https://pranaworld.au/](https://pranaworld.au/)

BIG BUCKS TRIVIA WITH JENNI FOR THE ANIMAL WELFARE LEAGUE

Unhurried Conversations at the Pub

In an unhurried conversation, there is time to think differently and connect with people in a refreshing way. Unhurried isn't always slow. It offers a pace where people find it easy to join in and not feel crowded out. And listening can be as satisfying as talking. We use a simple meeting format to make this happen. https://www.unhurried.org/ This newly created event is at a new venue, the Keg & Bew Hotel at Surry Hills. We meet on the 2nd floor around 6:15pm. Food and drinks are available, before and after, on the ground floor and roof top.

Walk ’n’ Talk

***Walk ’n’ Talk*** is the practice of mindful walking with peers – so this is not about silent reflection, but rather about taking a walk and clearing the chatter in our heads! Joyful walking has many benefits. Not only are there physical benefits of walking in itself but the mindful discussion which has been known to help reduce blood pressure, lower heart rate, create feelings of well-being, improve your mood, and help to manage stress… All of this will provide you with better sleep, which in turn gives you all the benefits of good sleep such as immune strength, weight management benefits, improved moods, and increased productivity science tells us so much more! Walk ‘n’ Talk meets at the square on the corner of Yurong and Stanley Street Darlinghurst at 7:15 pm and starts to walk to Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair no later than 7:30 pm. We complete a full circle as such and the investment of time averages around 45 minutes. Please wear comfortable clothes, and running shoes and stretch before you arrive at the start point. **IMPORTANT NOTICE ON WELLBEING:** * All participants are reminded that they are participating under no duress, hence the hosts will action an all care no responsibility approach. * If you are feeling unwell, we ask that you do not attend. * You are the manager of your body and the extent to which you push yourself, although this is a gentle exercise approach only extend yourself as far as you feel comfortable doing so. * Although this group is moderated it is not counselled. * Please do not use this forum to seek clinical support, but rather as a safe space for peer support. **IMPORTANT NOTICE ON WEATHER:** In times of bad weather such as heavy rain, dangerous winds, or rolling storms – the group will not walk for safety reasons.

Unhurried Conversations - Sunday

In an unhurried conversation, there is time to think differently and connect with people in a refreshing way. Unhurried isn't always slow. It offers a pace where people find it easy to join in and not feel crowded out. And listening can be as satisfying as talking. We use a simple meeting format to make this happen. [https://www.unhurried.org/](https://www.unhurried.org/) We meet in and around Table 05 of the Art Gallery Cafe, one level down from ground level, within the old South Building of the NSW Art Gallery.