Three new groups have joined the Alike WA community this month, bringing lived experience, connection and advocacy across different communities.

From peer support for people living with a rare condition, to connection for older people living with HIV and disability advocacy grounded in lived experience, we’re pleased to introduce our newest members.

HIVE

HIVE is a peer-led social and support group for people living with HIV (PLHIV) aged 55+.

The group provides opportunities to connect with others, share experiences and reduce isolation, while also advocating for positive change around ageing and HIV.

Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) WA Support Group

The Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) WA Support Group is run by people with lived experience of PBC and an understanding of the challenges that can come with living with a rare condition.

Based in Perth, the group provides a safe and welcoming space where people can share their experiences, raise concerns and seek support from others who understand.

Kin Disability Advocacy Inc

Kin Disability Advocacy Inc’s Community Ambassador Program supports people with lived experience of disability from culturally and linguistically diverse or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds to become disability ambassadors within their communities.

The program focuses on empowering people to draw on their lived experience and contribute within their communities.

Connecting through peer support

The experiences that bring people to peer support are different, but having opportunities to connect with people who understand can make a meaningful difference.

We’re pleased to welcome HIVE, Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) WA Support Group and Kin Disability Advocacy Inc to the Alike WA community.