Free, confidential support for gay and bi+ guys to help you navigate your migration journey in Australia.
What is Welcome by Emen8?
Welcome by Emen8 is a free service where you can have 1-to-1 chats with guys who understand your culture, language and the challenges of migrating to Australia.
We are here to help you find the right services, understand your options, and settle into the community and life in Australia.
Welcome by Emen8 is available in English, Filipino (Tagalog), Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish, Thai and Vietnamese.
How we can help you
- Connect to community groups
- Meet people within community
- Get settled in Australia
- Navigate the health system
- Access sexual health support
Examples of questions
- I’m new to Australia – can you help me understand how things work here?
- What is Medicare, and am I eligible?
- Where can I get sexual health advice?
- Are there social or support groups I can join?
- Where can I meet people like me?
Is Welcome by Emen8 for you?
Welcome by Emen8 is here for gay and bi+ guys aged 18 and over who:
- are new to Australia
- feel unsure or overwhelmed navigating services in Australia
- face language or cultural barriers
- want to chat with someone who understands their experience
You don’t need to have it all figured out, we’re here to help you take the next step.
Why Welcome by Emen8?
- Confidential and private – we don’t share your information
- Free – you don’t need to pay or have Medicare
- Real person interaction – You will talk to another guy who has similar experiences as you
- Language and cultural understanding – available in English, Filipino (Tagalog), Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish, Thai and Vietnamese.
How it works
- Get in touch via WhatsApp
- Talk with someone who understands your story
- Get support and referrals
Frequenly Asked Questions
Who will I be taking to?
You will be talking to a gay or bi guy who also moved to Australia from another country and shares the same culture and language as you. We’re here to support you, share information and help you settle into community and life in Australia.
Is this service for me?
This service may be for you if you:
- Are a gay or bi man, or a man who has sex with men
- Have migrated to Australia
- Want support from someone who understands your experience
You don’t need a referral, and you don’t need to know exactly what you want; we can work it out together.
Do I need to use my real name?
No. This service is fully confidential, and you do not need to use your real name. You can share only what you feel comfortable sharing.
We only collect the minimum information needed to support you. Your information is kept private and secure. We will never ask you for your personal information, such as your bank details and date of birth.
Why is this service free?
This service is free because it is funded by the Australian Department of Health, Disability and Ageing to support people from multicultural and migrant communities. You will never be asked to pay for using this service.
Disclaimer
Welcome by Emen8 provides information and support only, and is not a substitute for professional advice. We do not provide legal or medical advice. Our team members are not lawyers or health professionals, and cannot give advice about your legal rights or obligations, including migration advice. If you need legal advice, we can help connect you with an appropriate legal service.
Welcome by Emen8 is funded by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
This page is also available in Portugese.