Chay Khana Men’s Group

The SMRC Chay Khana (Tea House) is a social wellbeing program for Dari and Persian speaking men and their families that provides a comfortable and culturally appropriate space to make new connections, share food, enjoy music and access support.

Chay Khana provides a safe space for men to speak about issues and challenges they are experiencing, while encouraging them to use relevant support networks to enhance their quality of life.

The Chay Khana Program encourages the discussion of different matters within the community, such as:

helping someone in need – financially and emotionally
needs of the community
happy and sad events
assisting each other to find a job
inviting community leaders for talks
addressing social isolation
positivity within the community.

Sessions take place every Friday 3:00pm-6:00pm at SMRC Level 1.

Chay Khana provides a safe space to engage with other members of their community experiencing similar challenges in a warm and friendly environment with the flow on effect showing growth in positive mental fitness. It is an introductory program that allows men to create a community environment that generates enthusiasm, so they can participate in other culturally appropriate activities and programs being offered in the community.