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Maitrī is a community initiative supporting refugee and asylum-seeker women and their children through trauma-informed movement, connection, and community.

We welcome collaboration with organisations, community groups, and services working alongside refugee families in Perth.

By working together, we can help create safe and compassionate spaces where women and children can reconnect with their bodies, experience moments of calm, and build meaningful connections within their communities.

elevating community wellness, together

Maitrī supports refugee and asylum-seeker women and their children through trauma-informed, gentle movement, connection, and community. Programs are grounded in trauma-informed principles that prioritise safety, choice, and cultural respect.

This includes:

• invitational language and personal autonomy
• culturally sensitive environments
• gentle, accessible practices suitable for all abilities and bodies
• collaboration with trusted community organisations

Everything offered through Maitrī is designed to create a calm and welcoming space where individuals can engage at their own pace.

We welcome conversations with organisations interested in supporting refugee women and their families.

  • Maitrī programs are designed to be welcoming, accessible, and suitable for those with no prior experience of movement or wellbeing practices.

    Organisations supporting refugee and asylum-seeker families are warmly encouraged to refer women and children who may benefit from gentle movement and relaxation practices, and the opportunity to connect with a welcoming community.

  • We welcome opportunities to deliver Maitrī programs in community spaces where refugee families already gather.

    This may include:

    • community centres
    • multicultural organisations
    • family support services
    • local community venues

    Hosting programs in familiar spaces with easy access to public transport helps participants feel safe and comfortable.

  • Maitrī welcomes opportunities to collaborate with organisations offering complementary support services for refugee families.

    This may include:

    • maternal and family wellbeing initiatives
    • settlement and community integration programs
    • trauma-informed support services
    • community wellbeing projects

    Working together strengthens the network of care available to refugee women and their children.

  • Maitrī warmly welcomes practical support from individuals and organisations who would like to contribute to the creation of safe and welcoming program spaces.

    At this early stage, support may include the donation of simple items used during classes, such as:

    • yoga mats
    • cushions or meditation pillows
    • blankets
    • children's play mats or soft toys

    These items help create a comfortable and nurturing environment where women and children can relax and feel at ease.

    If you would like to support Maitrī in this way, please feel free to get in touch.

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