Mortal Conversations

Pull up a chair for an open, thoughtful conversation about death, dying, and what really matters in life.

Mortal Conversations is a gathering inspired by the global Death Café movement. There's no agenda or lecture, just a welcoming space where people can share stories, listen deeply, and explore what living and dying mean to them. You'll also have access to helpful resources about advance care planning, making your wishes known, and exploring options that honour your values and beliefs.

Whether you're curious, grieving, or simply reflective, you'll find warmth, honesty, connection over tea and biscuits, and practical tools to take the conversation home.

Come as you are. Everyone is welcome. Let's make it a space where talking about death brings us closer to life.

This event forms part of our 2026 IC Open Access program.

Date/time: Tuesday 24 March, 11am-12.30pm

Location: Darebin Intercultural Centre - 350 High St, Preston 3072

Cost: FREE, registration essential.

Registration and Access

This is a free event, however, registration is encouraged.

There is a quiet reflection room available in the IC.

If you have any access requirements to support your attendance at this event, please get in touch on (03) 8470 8440 or intercultural@darebin.vic.gov.au.

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Acknowledgement of Country

Darebin City Council acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woiwurrung people who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which Darebin stands. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and future leaders.