Your Community.
Your Programs.
Your Place.
Free programs for culturally diverse communities across Perth's northern suburbs. You belong here.
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Programs Designed for Your Community
Free programs run by people who understand your background. No referral needed to start.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Culturally safe spaces to talk about mental health. Available in Arabic, Dari & Swahili.
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Senior & Women Empowerment
Social groups, wellness mornings, and skills workshops for older members and women.
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Youth Development & Leadership
Programs helping young people from diverse backgrounds build confidence and find their voice.
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Cultural Engagement & Inclusion
Events and workshops that celebrate different cultures and build community connections.
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Community Support & Assistance
Practical help navigating health, housing, and government services for new arrivals.
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Want to Get Involved?
Volunteer, partner, or refer someone you know.
Get InvolvedReal Change in Our Community
Every number represents a real person. A conversation. A connection made.
Every Community Has a Place Here
Our programs are built with and for the communities we serve — not designed for you from the outside in.
Six Values
Belonging Without Barriers
Everyone welcome. No paperwork, no waiting lists, no judgment.
Community Led
Our programs are shaped by the communities they serve.
Language Is a Right
Arabic, Dari, Swahili, and English. No one is left behind.
Strengths, Not Deficits
We see the experience and resilience you bring.
Safe Spaces Always
Your culture and faith are respected here. Always.
Open Doors
All programs are free. Seeking support is a sign of strength.
Voices from Our Community
"The workshop was informative, engaging, and practical. I learned valuable techniques for managing stress and improving mental well-being."
"The Multicultural Disability Expo was an excellent event that showcased inclusive services and resources in a culturally diverse and accessible environment. It was informative, engaging, and a great opportunity to connect with community organizations and support networks. Highly recommended."
"The art session was engaging, inclusive, and enjoyable. The facilitators created a supportive environment where everyone felt comfortable expressing their creativity. It was a great opportunity to build confidence, develop new skills, and connect with others. Highly recommended."
Upcoming Events
CALD Connections Official Launch
Multicultural Disability Expo 2026
Stay Connected
Updates in English, Arabic, Dari & Swahili.
Community-Led. Community-Built.
CALD Connections is a not-for-profit organisation born from the community it serves.
A WA where every person from every background feels at home, connected, and supported.
Free, culturally safe programs that help diverse communities in Perth's northern suburbs connect, grow, and thrive.
We Started at a Kitchen Table
CALD Connections was started by community members who had lived the experience of arriving somewhere new. They knew what it felt like to not know where to go, who to trust, or how to ask for help.
We registered as a not-for-profit and built our first programs in Balcatta in 2022. We started small and grew because the community told us what they needed.
Today we serve 500+ community members across Perth's northern suburbs, running free community programs in four languages.
What We Believe In
Belonging Without Barriers
Everyone is welcome. No referral, no means-testing, no paperwork.
Community Led
The people in our programs shape our programs. We listen more than we talk.
Language Is a Right
Arabic, Dari, Swahili, English. No one left behind.
Strengths First
We build on what you bring — experience, resilience, community knowledge.
Safe Spaces Always
Your culture, faith, and identity are respected in every program.
Open Doors
All programs are free. Seeking support is a sign of strength.
People Who Share Your Background
Amina Hassan
12 years in multicultural community development. Speaks Arabic, Somali, and English.
Mohammad Rahimi
Former refugee turned community advocate. Leads our mental health and youth programs. Speaks Dari and English.
Grace Nkosi
Connects East African communities with services. Speaks Swahili and English.
You Always Have the Right to Choose
You can join or leave any program at any time. You have the right to be treated with respect, to receive information in your language, and to give feedback.
Free Programs for Every Community
No referral needed. No cost. Programs run across Balcatta and Perth's northern suburbs in four languages.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Safe, culturally aware spaces in Arabic, Dari & Swahili.
View Full ProgramSenior & Women Empowerment
Social gatherings, wellness mornings, and skills workshops.
View Full ProgramYouth Development & Leadership
Confidence, identity, and leadership for young people 12–25.
View Full ProgramCultural Engagement & Inclusion
Events and workshops celebrating different cultures.
View Full ProgramCommunity Support & Assistance
Practical help for new arrivals navigating Australian systems.
View Full ProgramMental Health & Wellbeing
Mental health looks different in different cultures. Our workshops are designed with that in mind — safe, non-clinical spaces where you can talk, listen, and connect with people who understand your background.
We run group sessions and one-on-one conversations in Arabic, Dari, Swahili, and English. No clinical jargon. No judgment. Seeking support is a sign of strength.
Sessions are led by trained facilitators from Muslim and CALD backgrounds who understand the cultural and religious dimensions of mental wellbeing. We respect the role of faith, family, and community in your healing.
What's Included
Senior & Women Empowerment
Older community members and women from diverse backgrounds often face isolation, language barriers, and limited social networks. Our programs change that.
Monthly social gatherings, skills workshops, and community outings designed for multicultural seniors and women. All activities are culturally respectful, halal catered, and held in community languages.
Our women's programs are women-only spaces, respecting the needs of Muslim women to have safe, gender-segregated environments.
What's Included
Youth Development & Leadership
Growing up between cultures is complex. Our youth programs support young people from diverse backgrounds to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and connect with each other.
From public speaking workshops to community projects, we help young CALD Australians step into their potential while staying grounded in their cultural identity and faith.
Programs are mixed-gender with separate activities available on request. We work with community leaders and youth workers from Muslim backgrounds.
What's Included
Cultural Engagement & Inclusion
Our cultural programs bring communities together through shared activities, celebrations, and conversations. We mark significant cultural events and create spaces where different traditions meet and are respected.
We celebrate Islamic events including Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha, as well as cultural celebrations from East African, Afghan, and other CALD communities.
What's Included
Community Support & Assistance
Navigating Australian systems — health, housing, education, Centrelink — can be overwhelming, especially in a new language and new country. We help you understand your options and connect you to the right services.
Our community support is practical and respectful. We don't do things for you — we do them with you. Our workers speak Arabic, Dari, Swahili, and English.
What's Included
How to Access Support in Your Community
Plain-language guide available in English, Arabic, Dari & Swahili.
Programs Designed With Your Community
CALD stands for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse. In Australia it refers to people from backgrounds other than English-speaking countries — including migrants, refugees, and people who speak another language at home.
CALD programs are community programs designed for people from diverse cultural backgrounds — delivered in community languages, run by people with lived experience.
Our community programs are free. You don't need a referral. You don't need to prove anything. Just come.
Understanding Program Funding
Our programs are free because they are funded by government grants, philanthropic donations, and community support.
Government Grants
Funded by state and federal programs. Available to all eligible community members at no cost.
Free to All
All programs free for community members. No means-testing. Every person welcome.
Join a Program — 4 Simple Steps
Find a Program
Browse our programs or call us to ask. We'll match you in your language.
Get in Touch
Call 0425 136 651 or email us. We respond in Arabic, Dari, Swahili, and English.
Come to Your First Session
Turn up at the listed time. No forms, no appointments needed for most programs.
Stay as Long as You Like
One session or a hundred. You're always welcome. Contact us to get started.
We Speak Your Language
Our team communicates in four languages. All program materials available in your language on request.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's Happening in Your Community
Free events across Perth's northern suburbs. All welcome.
Get Event Updates
Receive reminders in your language.
Guides and Information for Your Community
Free downloadable guides in English, Arabic, Dari & Swahili. Click any resource to read it.
Mental Health Resources
Understanding Mental Health in Your Culture
Plain-language guide to mental health, stigma, and how to seek help safely.
Talking to Someone You Trust
A guide for starting mental health conversations with family members.
Crisis Contacts in WA
Who to call if you or someone you know needs urgent mental health support.
Faith & Mental Wellbeing — Islamic Perspectives
How Islam approaches mental health, seeking help, and community support.
Settlement & Housing
Finding Housing in Perth — New Arrivals Guide
Step-by-step guide to renting, rights, and affordable housing options in WA.
Working in Australia — Know Your Rights
Employment rights, fair work information, and how to get help.
Centrelink Guide for New Arrivals
How to register, what payments you may be eligible for, and how to use myGov.
Education Pathways in WA
Schools, TAFE, English language courses, and university pathways explained.
Health Services
Navigating the Australian Health System
How to find a GP, Medicare, bulk billing, and specialist services.
Maternity & Family Health in WA
Maternal health services, Child and Family Health, and parenting support.
For Professionals — Referral Guides
How to Refer to CALD Connections
Referral pathway and what information to provide for professionals.
Make a ReferralProgram Overview — For Case Managers
Summary of all programs, eligibility criteria, and languages.
Translated Resources
Useful Community Services
Settlement, family, and community services for migrants and refugees
Multicultural community services and settlement support across WA
24/7 crisis support and mental health assistance
Mental health support, available in multiple languages
Community support and welfare services for the Muslim community in WA
Your Community Needs You
Volunteer, partner, refer, or become a member. Many ways to make a difference.
Volunteer With Us
Share your time, skills, and cultural knowledge with your community. No qualifications needed — just a willingness to show up.
- Program facilitation support
- Translation and language support
- Event planning and coordination
- Administration and communications
- Youth mentoring
Partner With Us
Organisations, businesses, and councils can partner to co-deliver programs, share resources, or fund new initiatives.
- Co-deliver community programs
- Provide venues or resources
- Fund new programs or events
- Pro-bono professional services
Make a Referral
Case managers, social workers, GPs, and community members can refer people to our programs.
- Mental health referrals
- Senior and women's program referrals
- Youth program referrals
- Community support referrals
Become a Member
Join CALD Connections as a community member. Stay informed and have a say in our programs.
- Program updates in your language
- Input into program planning
- Access member-only workshops
- Connect with community network
We're Here. Get in Touch.
Reach us in English, Arabic, Dari, or Swahili. We respond within one business day.
Address
45 Delawney St, Balcatta WA 6021
How Can We Help?
Whether you want to join a program, refer someone, volunteer, or find out more — fill in the form and we'll get back to you in your preferred language.
How Referrals Work
Contact Us
Call or email with the person's name and what support they need.
We Match Them
We identify the right program and reach out in their language.
They Join
They attend at their own pace, in their own language.
Send Us a Message
Community Programs in Balcatta
CALD Connections is based in Balcatta. Free programs running every week. No referral needed.
Your Local Community Hub
Balcatta is one of Perth's most diverse communities. We're based here at 45 Delawney St and run most programs in and around Balcatta.
Browse our community programs or contact us to join.
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Available Programs
Mental Health
Wednesdays 10am · Balcatta Community Centre
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Monthly Sat · Balcatta Community Hub
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Mon–Fri by appointment · 45 Delawney St
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Youth leadership and women's programs in Stirling. Free. No referral needed.
Programs Across the City of Stirling
We run youth workshops at Stirling Library and women's programs across the City of Stirling. Our community programs are free. Contact us to join.
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Community Programs in Joondalup
Outreach programs and cultural events for CALD communities in Joondalup.
We run quarterly outreach workshops in Joondalup and monthly cultural events. Contact us to find out what's running near you.
Also serving and . Learn how community program funding works.
Programs for Multicultural Seniors
Free social programs for older people from culturally diverse backgrounds in Perth's northern suburbs.
What Support Is Available for Multicultural Seniors in Perth, WA?
Multicultural seniors in Perth can access free community programs through CALD Connections. These programs address social isolation, mental wellbeing, and community connection for older people from CALD backgrounds. Programs are delivered in Arabic, Dari, Swahili, and English. Monthly social gatherings, wellness mornings, and community outings are available in Balcatta and across Perth's northern suburbs. No referral needed. See all senior programs or call 0425 136 651.
☕ Monthly Senior Gatherings
Halal lunch, music, conversation. All welcome.
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🧘 Senior Wellness Mornings
Gentle movement, health info, and peer connection.
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💻 Digital Literacy
Smartphones and myGov taught in your language.
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CALD Connections Limited (ABN 74 693 622 187) complies with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles. We collect personal information only to deliver programs and services. We never sell or share your information for commercial purposes. You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. Contact us at info@caldconnections.org.au for privacy enquiries.