There’s something so powerful about listening to someone’s story. A story, filled with insight and experience, may be hope filled, engaging, raw, or spark interest in a perspective you have not considered before. We learn so much when we listen, ask questions and allow our hearts to be open to different perspectives.

ECLC is excited to launch the Hidden Voices Project where members of the Lilydale community share their stories in a safe and engaging environment. It is an opportunity to engage with story tellers, to ask questions and to learn from their powerful lived experience.

Story Topics

Balancing early motherhood and building a community

Family Violence, Suicide and My Experience

Winter always turns into Spring – A Carer’s Story

Total Blindness vs Visual Impairment

Overcoming Sexual Assault and Advocating for Change

There are a wide range of topics and themes being shared by the Story Tellers, and we understand some of the stories and themes may be potentially impactful or triggering for some people and so strongly encourage people review the topics listed above, prior to attending.

All Story Tellers are being supported to share their stories - their vulnerability, bravery and willingness is simply stunning.