Social Impact Book Club - January 2026 meeting

Welcome to our first meetup for 2026, and a new year of our Social Impact Book Club!

This time we’re diving into The Kindness Revolution: How we can restore hope, rebuild trust and inspire optimism by renowned Australian social psychologist Hugh Mackay.

We’ve intentionally chosen an Australian author to bring a more local (and hopeful) perspective to our reading. So far, our book club has explored a diverse range of international voices, and now we’re excited to turn our attention closer to home. I’m really looking forward to unpacking how Hugh Mackay frames kindness as a powerful force for reshaping communities and restoring hope in uncertain times.

In keeping with the community theme for our venue this time, I've chosen my family's local bowlo - which acts as a community hub of sorts. It'll be a casual spot, with live music starting later in the day (and they'll even chuck in some free bowls for those interested!) We'll be able to get some simple food - toasties and coffee or drinks. We'll have a quiet spot out of the way so we can hear each other chat and enjoy the beautiful outlook over Galup, a site of huge significance to the local Noongar people.

When: Sunday, January 11th 2026
Where: Lake Monger Recreation Club
Time: 12:30pm

Whether you're a new face to this book club, or a returning member, we look forward to you joining us for a relaxed chat about how kindness can be a catalyst for impact,