Welcome to The Door Bells – Migrant Women’s Network

Empowered women, empowering community.

We are a volunteer-led network supporting migrant women in the Shepparton Region to participate, lead, and thrive. Whether you’re new to the region or looking to build deeper community connections, this is a place where migrant women can be seen, heard and supported.

Welcome to The Door Bells – Migrant Women’s Network

Empowered women, empowering community.

We are a volunteer-led network supporting migrant women in the Shepparton Region to participate, lead, and thrive. Whether you’re new to the region or looking to build deeper community connections, this is a place where migrant women can be seen, heard and supported.

Empowered Women, Stronger Communities

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

Join Our Network

Become part of a supportive community where migrant women are seen, heard, and represented.

Support Our Mission

Your support helps create pathways for migrant women to step into leadership and community roles.

Get Involved

Be part of the change by volunteering, collaborating, or supporting our work as a community ally.

Why Us

Creating pathways for migrant women to be seen, heard, and represented

While the Shepparton Region is proudly multicultural, migrant women have historically been underrepresented in civic forums, advisory bodies, and leadership spaces. The Door Bells exists to change that by building access, confidence, networks, and opportunities.

Our Work

Programs & Services

Civic & Leadership Engagement

We support migrant women to engage confidently in civic forums, advisory bodies, and leadership spaces within the community.

Skills Building & Mentoring

Through workshops, mentoring, and networking opportunities, we help women build skills, confidence, and connections to participate fully in community life.

Networking & Mentoring

We create opportunities for migrant women to connect, share experiences, and learn from mentors and peers within a supportive network.

Personal Development Programs

Programs designed to build confidence, self-awareness, and readiness to engage in leadership and community roles.

Advocacy & Representation

We advocate for migrant women’s voices to be included in community discussions, decision-making processes, and leadership pathways.

Media Participation Pathways

We support women to engage with media opportunities including radio, television, and online platforms to share perspectives and experiences.

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Migrant women part of the network

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Cultural & language backgrounds represented

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Members placed in board internships / observerships

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Public launch of The Door Bells

Our Purpose

Our Mission, Vision & Values

Mission / Purpose

To empower migrant women to be seen, heard, represented, and connected in the community sphere.

Vision

The representation and inclusion of migrant women in the community sphere.

Our Team

Founding Members & Leadership

Seema Abdullah

Founder & President

Khadija Fatima

Vice President & Founding Member

Farah Shaikh

Founding Member & Former General Secretary

Fauzia Islam

Founder & President

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Leadership Forums, Workshops & Community Events

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The Door Bells – Migrant Women’s Network

Skills-Building Workshop for Migrant Women
Johnny Thomas

“The Door Bells has given me a sense of belonging and confidence to participate in my community. I feel seen, supported, and encouraged to grow.”

Program Participant — Program Participant

“Through The Door Bells, I’ve connected with other migrant women and learned how to engage more confidently in community and leadership spaces.”

Johnny Thomas Community Member

“The Door Bells creates a welcoming space where migrant women can share experiences, build connections, and feel empowered to take the next step.”

BLOGS

News & Happenings

Building Inclusive Communities Through Advocacy and Participation
18Dec

Building Inclusive Communities Through Advocacy and Participation

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From Connection to Confidence: How Community Networks Support Migrant Women
18Dec

From Connection to Confidence: How Community Networks Support Migrant Women

From Connection to Confidence: How Community Networks Support Migrant Women Moving into new…

Empowered Women, Stronger Communities: Why Migrant Women’s Leadership Matters
18Dec

Empowered Women, Stronger Communities: Why Migrant Women’s Leadership Matters

Across the Shepparton Region, migrant women contribute every day to families, workplaces, schools,…