Peer Connection, Social Groups and Peer Support
2026

​Karumah Inc. will introduce updated peer connection group structures from early 2026, alongside the planned launch of our Peer Support Program. Further information about group schedules, locations, and activities will be shared with service users ahead of commencement.

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All peer connection groups and peer support activities will be delivered in a safe, respectful, and confidential environment. Participation is voluntary, and service users are encouraged to engage in the programs that feel most appropriate and supportive for them.

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Peer Connection Groups in 2026

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Peer Connection groups will continue to run bi-monthly throughout 2026, with a detailed schedule to be published in January 2026. To best meet the needs of our community, we will be offering tailored Peer Connection groups:

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• Peer Connection for women and heterosexual men

• Peer Connection for gay and bisexual men

• Social events and activities open to all service users

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These groups have been designed to create supportive, respectful, and affirming spaces where participants can connect with others who share similar lived experiences. Karumah Inc. is an inclusive service. If you feel that you do not neatly fit into the groups described, you are welcome to attend the group where you feel most comfortable and supported.

We also encourage you to reach out to us directly to discuss your needs and preferences. Your feedback helps us continue to improve and strengthen our service delivery and ensure our programs remain responsive to our community.

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Guests of members (partner, family, carer etc) are welcome to attend most our groups and events. We ask that you please notify Karumah Inc. staff prior to attendance if you would like to bring a guest.

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Inclusivity and Ongoing Review

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Karumah Inc. is a small organisation, and our peer connection groups are designed to be sustainable, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of our community.

Service users are encouraged to attend the group that feels most comfortable and supportive for them. As participation grows and community needs evolve, we will continue to review and adapt group structures to ensure peer connection opportunities remain meaningful and accessible.

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Why We’re Making These Changes

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Over the past six months, Karumah Inc. sought feedback from service users about our peer connection groups, social activities, and overall service delivery. We carefully reviewed every response received and considered how we can best strengthen peer-to-peer connection and engagement moving forward.

Feedback highlighted the importance of shared lived experience, comfort, and accessibility. 

Responses also highlighted differing preferences around practical considerations such as suitable price points for activities, a variety of locations, and flexibility around meeting times, including evenings and weekends. This feedback has directly informed how individual programs will be delivered in 2026.

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Launch of Karumah Inc. Peer Support Program – 2026

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Karumah Inc. is also looking forward to launching our Peer Support Program in 2026.

The Peer Support Program will provide structured, one-to-one and small group peer support, delivered by trained peer supporters with relevant lived experience. Peer support at Karumah Inc. will focus on connection, understanding, shared experience, and practical support, and will complement our existing services.

We will soon be seeking expressions of interest from individuals who may be interested in becoming peer supporters. Eligibility, role requirements, training, supervision, and ongoing support will form part of the program and will be discussed directly with interested parties.

If you are interested in learning more about the Peer Support Program—either as a participant or a potential peer supporter—please contact Karumah Inc. directly to discuss suitability, requirements, and next steps.

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