Every caring journey has a story worth carrying.
Behind every carer is a story of love, resilience, sacrifice and strength.
Through Stories We Carry, we're inviting carers across Western Australia to help co-design a community scarf inspired by the lived experiences of caring.
Whether you're a young carer, parent carer, family carer, kinship carer or someone supporting a loved one, your story matters.
Together, we'll create a wearable symbol of connection, recognition and hope.
What is Stories We Carry?
Stories We Carry is Impact Found Here's national community co-design initiative.
Each project invites a community to contribute artwork, symbols, colours, words and messages of hope that are thoughtfully woven into one collaborative scarf.
Every collection becomes a lasting reminder that no one walks their journey alone and every scarf tells the story of the people who helped create it.
How You Can Participate
Join a Community Workshop
Our workshops provide a welcoming space for carers to connect, reflect and contribute to the community scarf.
No artistic experience is needed. Simply bring your experiences, ideas and creativity.
Together we'll explore:
Every contribution helps shape the final design.
Register for a Workshop →Can't Attend?
You can still be part of the project.
Download the design template and submit your artwork or ideas online.
Exhibition & Community Launch
Join us as we unveil the completed Carers WA scarf and celebrate every person who helped create it.
The exhibition will feature:
National Carers Week
Wed 14th October, 6pm – 8pm
Rise, Maylands
The Finished Design
Following the exhibition launch, the Carers Week scarf will become part of our Giving Back Scarves collection.
Every purchase gives back. 100% of proceeds from these collections go directly to the featured organisations, helping raise awareness, strengthen communities and create lasting impact.
Partner With Us
We're welcoming organisations that share our commitment to supporting carers. Partnership opportunities include:
Together, we can help ensure every caring story is seen, heard and valued.
Become a PartnerOpens email to impactfoundhere@gmail.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate?
Anyone with lived experience of caring, including young carers, parent carers, family carers, kinship carers and former carers.
Do I need artistic experience?
No. Every contribution is welcomed.
Can I attend even if I don't want to draw?
Absolutely. Many participants contribute through conversation, colours, symbols or written reflections.
Will my artwork appear exactly as submitted?
Our designer thoughtfully weaves together contributions from across the community into one cohesive scarf.
What if I can't attend a workshop?
You can still download the template and contribute online.
What happens after the launch?
The scarf becomes available to purchase through Impact Found Here and our partner organisations, raising funds for our partners and helping raise awareness and supporting future Stories We Carry projects.
