Ramadan
Ramadan Iftar
Breaking fast together as one extended family.
Est. 2014 · 12+ years connecting familiesA community of families,
A community of families,
connected by love and tradition.
Western Happy Families Group is a non-profit gathering of relatives and friends in Melbourne West. What started with a handful of families in 2012 is today home to 40+ families and 180+ members — celebrating four signature events every year.
40+
Families
180+
Members
4
Events / year
~45%
Youth members
Our story
From seven families to a community of more than 180.
Our journey began informally in 2012, when no more than seven families would meet to share meals and milestones. In 2014, we officially became the Western Happy Families Group — a volunteer-led, non-profit community built on kinship and care.
Today, twelve years on, we have grown into a vibrant network of relatives and close friends. We celebrate the seasons of the year together, support each other through life's events, and welcome every new family as one of our own.
Timeline
- 2012Quiet beginnings
A handful of families start meeting informally.
- 2014Officially founded
Western Happy Families Group is established as a non-profit community.
- Today40+ families, 180+ members
Four annual events and a thriving youth initiative.
What we stand for
Values that hold us together.
1
Family First
We are relatives, neighbours, and friends — connected in more ways than one.
2
Generations Together
Elders, parents, and youth all have a seat at our table.
3
Non-profit & Volunteer-led
Run by families, for families — no fees, no titles, just service.
4
Youth Empowered
Almost half of us are young. We invest in their leadership.
Our year together
Four gatherings, every single year.
The rhythm of our community is set by the four moments we never miss — sacred, joyful, and full of food.
After Ramadan
Eid al-Fitr Gathering
Celebrating Eid with the children, the elders, and everyone in between.
Dhul Hijjah
Eid al-Adha Gathering
A second Eid together — food, laughter, and shared traditions.
Once a year
Annual Camp
Our flagship weekend in nature — families, youth, and unforgettable memories.
Youth Leadership Initiative
The next generation, already leading.
Nearly half of our community is young — and we believe in giving them the room to lead. Our Youth Leadership Initiative brings together around 20 young people who plan activities, mentor each other, and shape the future of our group.
WorkshopsMentorshipCamp leadersCommunity serviceSportsCreative projects
Youth
~45%
of our community
Leaders
20
in the initiative
Moments together
Gallery
Snapshots from our gatherings, camps, and celebrations — a window into the warmth of our community.
Community gathering
Our extended family together in one place.
Youth
Our young ones supporting each other.
Community BBQ
Sharing a meal, sharing stories.
Elders
Wisdom and guidance from our seniors.
Sports day
Active afternoons by the bay.
Get in touch
Become part of the family.
Whether you're a relative looking to reconnect, a family wanting to join, or a young person curious about our youth initiative — we'd love to hear from you.