The Door Bells – Migrant Women’s Network

Migrant women building visibility, leadership, and connection in our community

We are a volunteer-led network supporting migrant women in the Shepparton region to participate, lead, and connect.
80+ members from 15+ cultural backgrounds and growing.

The Door Bells – Migrant Women’s Network

Migrant women building visibility, leadership, and connection in our community.

We are a volunteer-led network supporting migrant women in the Shepparton region to participate, lead, and connect.
80+ members from 15+ cultural backgrounds and growing.

What We Do

Supporting migrant women to participate, lead, and thrive in the Shepparton Region.

Leadership & Civic Engagement

Supporting migrant women to participate confidently in leadership and community decision-making.

Skills & Confidence Building

Creating opportunities for personal growth, confidence, and community participation.

Networking & Mentoring

Building meaningful connections through shared experiences, support, and mentoring.

Advocacy & Representation

Amplifying the voices of migrant women across community and civic spaces.

Why It Matters

Building Stronger Community Participation

Migrant women contribute across every part of the community. Yet their presence in leadership and civic spaces remains limited. The issue is not capability. It is access, information, and opportunity.

Women of The Door Bells

Real voices from within the network

Farah (India)

Founding Member, General Secretary

What started as a small idea has grown into a space where women feel confident to step forward and be part of the community.

Herath

Dr Herath (Sri Lanka)

Founding Member

This network brings together women from different backgrounds and creates a sense of belonging that is hard to find elsewhere.

Rudo

Rudo

African community

I found connection here. It gave me a place where I feel seen and included.

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Seema Abdullah

Founder and President

A dedicated community leader empowering migrant women through inclusive leadership, advocacy, and practical experience grounded in real community engagement.

Hafiza

Hafiza

Afghanistan

t’s not just about meeting people. It’s about feeling supported and encouraged to grow.

Meena

African community)

Through The Door Bells, I have met strong women and found opportunities to be more involved in the community.

Our Work in Action

Building Connection Through Action

The Door Bells Launch Event (2022)

Official launch bringing together migrant women and community stakeholders.

State Election Candidate Forum (2022)

Public forum connecting community members with election candidates.

The Voice Referendum Community Forum (2023)

Q&A session supporting informed community discussion.

Local Council Candidate Forum

Platform for engaging with local candidates and community issues.

Her Story. Our Celebration (2024)

Signature event highlighting stories, leadership, and community connection.

OUR IMPACT

Building Connections, Creating Impact

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Migrant women part of the network

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Cultural & language backgrounds represented

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leadership placements

Multiple partnerships

Get Involved

Connect, Support & Participate

Partners / Allies

Organisations and individuals who support and walk alongside our work.