About us
Welcome to Belong Oz! 💛
A welcoming space for fun, friendship, belonging and personal growth.
This group was set up by two migrant women Veerle & Olga who wanted to connect with other like minded people.
Belong Oz is a welcoming community for people living in Australia who value friendship, meaningful conversations and shared experiences and connections across all cultures.
This is a free, inclusive space for personal growth, wellbeing, and support through life transitions.
Whether you’re new to Australia or simply seeking deeper connection you’re welcome here.
Come as you are — you belong! 💛
✅ Build real friendships and collaborations across cultures
✅ Feel supported and seen
✅ Grow confidence and clarity
✅ Enjoy a friendly, inclusive environment
✅ Attend both in-person and online events for connection & growth
This group is where updates, conversations and event details will be shared as things unfold.
As we continue to grow, we’d love to expand our network and create opportunities that cater to a wide range of interests, life stages, and age groups.
Photo & Video Disclaimer:
Please note that photos and videos will be taken throughout the event and may be used on our social media channels or other platforms. If you prefer not to be photographed or filmed, please inform one of the hosts at the beginning of the event.
Upcoming events
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Picnic & Connect - Sydney
Royal Botanical Gardens, Circular Quay, Sydney, AUJoin us for a relaxing afternoon picnic and connection circle in the Botanical Gardens.
This is a beautiful opportunity to connect with creatively curious and open-minded people while enjoying a shared experience together.
If you’d enjoy meeting new people and having meaningful conversations, come along. We’d love to meet you and grow this community together.
Contribution: $10 AUD (secure your spot here)
What to bring: Your favourite dish or snack to share (BYO) & something comfortable to sit on
Location: The exact location in the Botanical Gardens will be shared closer to the date.This event is weather dependent. In case of rain, we’ll notify you in advance with an update.
Note: This event is designed to foster genuine connections and friendships. We aim to create a safe, respectful environment for everyone. Inappropriate communication or behaviour will not be tolerated.
Photo & Video Disclaimer:
Please note that photos and videos will be taken throughout the event and may be used on our social media channels or other platforms. If you prefer not to be photographed or filmed, please inform one of the hosts at the beginning of the event.WHO ARE THE ORGANIZERS?
BelongOz is a friendly, supportive community for people living in Australia who want to connect, belong, and grow. This is a safe, inclusive space to make friends, share experiences, and explore personal and professional growth.BelongOz has been founded by Olga Berkovsky & Veerle Beelen Da Costa David.
Olga is a certified Life Coach and NLP Practitioner, and the heart behind Samsara Life Coaching & NLP. Originally from Belarus, her journey has taken her across 50 countries before finding home in Australia.
Veerle is a certified Travel Coach & Life Coach, experienced meditation teacher, author, host of Beyonder - The Podcast, and founder of Unpackbyveer. She's originally from the Netherlands, but has lived in many different places and now calls Australia home.
What we offer:
- Meaningful conversations and connection
- Personal growth tips and tools
- Fun social events, workshops, and meet-ups
- A warm, inclusive, and supportive environment
Whether you’re new to Australia or simply looking for deeper connection, you’re welcome here. Come as you are — you belong! ✨
3 attendees
Vivid Walk & Talk - Sydney
Circular Quay, 2 Phillip Street,, Sydney, AUJoin us for an evening light walk through Sydney’s Vivid, followed by a sharing circle to connect more deeply.
We’ll explore the light installations together at a relaxed pace, taking in the atmosphere while allowing space for organic conversations along the way.
After the Light Walk (about 6.5 kms), we’ll gather for a sharing circle and have a drink.
This is a beautiful opportunity to meet creatively curious, open-minded people and experience Vivid in a more intentional and connected way.
If you’re craving meaningful conversations and genuine connection, you’re warmly invited to join us. We’d love to meet you and grow this community together.
Contribution: $10 AUD (secure your spot here)
What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes (we’ll cover approximately 6.5 km)
Meeting Point: Circular Quay (exact location shared closer to the date)This event is weather dependent. In case of rain, we’ll notify you in advance with an update.
Note: This event is designed to foster genuine connections and friendships. We aim to create a safe, respectful environment for everyone. Inappropriate communication or behaviour will not be tolerated.
Photo & Video Disclaimer:
Please note that photos and videos will be taken throughout the event and may be used on our social media channels or other platforms. If you prefer not to be photographed or filmed, please inform one of the hosts at the beginning of the event.WHO ARE THE ORGANIZERS?
BelongOz is a friendly, supportive community for people living in Australia who want to connect, belong, and grow. This is a safe, inclusive space to make friends, share experiences, and explore personal and professional growth.BelongOz has been founded by Olga Berkovsky & Veerle Beelen Da Costa David.
Olga is a certified Life Coach and NLP Practitioner, and the heart behind Samsara Life Coaching & NLP. Originally from Belarus, her journey has taken her across 50 countries before finding home in Australia.
Veerle is a certified Travel Coach & Life Coach, experienced meditation teacher, author, host of Beyonder - The Podcast, and founder of Unpackbyveer. She's originally from the Netherlands, but has lived in many different places and now calls Australia home.
What we offer:
- Meaningful conversations and connection
- Personal growth tips and tools
- Fun social events, workshops, and meet-ups
- A warm, inclusive, and supportive environment
Whether you’re new to Australia or simply looking for deeper connection, you’re welcome here. Come as you are — you belong! ✨
2 attendees
Past events
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