Speechie Connect
Making friends and finding your people isn't always straightforward. For some, social situations can feel unpredictable or overwhelming, and it can take a lot of energy just to feel comfortable in a new group.
Everyone deserves the chance to feel connected, to share their interests with people who get it, to try new things alongside others, and to build confidence at their own pace.
Speechie Connect provides a supported, welcoming space where you can turn up as yourself, meet people who share your interests, and build skills and confidence along the way.
Oz Comic-Con Xmas Edition
Sunday 16th of August
12:00pm to 1:30pm
Geelong Library
A relaxed session to meet each other, share the things we love, and start planning costume ideas together.
Sunday 11th of October
12:00pm to 1:30pm
Geelong Library
Make our costumes side by side. Bring any materials you have and help each other along the way.
Sunday 8th of November
12:00pm to 1:30pm
Geelong Library
We will finish costumes, talk through the plan, and sort out anything you need to feel ready.
Saturday 5th of December
11:00am to 2:00pm
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
Travel with Speechie or meet us there. Enjoy Comic-Con at your own pace, supported by the group every step of the way.
Op Shopping Scavenger Hunt
Date TBC
Join us for a fun treasure hunt through our favourite local op shops. You will get a playful list of things to track down, then explore, browse and chat your way through the shelves as a group. It is a relaxed, low pressure way to enjoy the thrill of the search, swap your best finds, and see what hidden gems you can uncover along the way.
Anime and Pop Culture Shopping Trip
Date TBC
Spend the day exploring Melbourne's best anime and pop culture stores, from Minotaur to One Stop Anime. We will wander the CBD together, hunting for figures, manga, merch and hidden gems along the way. Whether you are chasing a specific find or just love browsing with people who get it, come along and enjoy it however suits you.
Reconnect with your body and mind as you escape the noise of everyday life.
Day OneArrive & Meet
As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day TwoSet Intentions & Reflect
Together, we pause to consider our goals, hopes, and direction. This is about aligning with ourselves and with the journey ahead. This is a chance to reconnect with what brought you here—your questions, your hopes, your turning points—and consider how they’ve shifted or deepened.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day ThreeLook Forward & Wrap Up
We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
How It Works-
Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.
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Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.
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After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.
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We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.
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Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.