West by Southeast: Finding common ground through a Syrian-Filipino food popup

Guest Blog by Happy Feraren Two weeks ago, I found myself sitting in a dinner table full of strangers. To my right was a Filipina-Australian woman who founded a start-up that focuses on elevating refugee-owned businesses. To my left, a French chef who works in a tech company. In front of me, a Vietnamese researcher … Continue reading West by Southeast: Finding common ground through a Syrian-Filipino food popup

Welcome Merchant Winter Warmers

As we settle into winter and more nights spent inside, Welcome Merchant has rounded up ideas from our directory to help you stay warm in the chilly season, and treat yourself a little bit too while you're at it! Pictured: Beit e’Shai organic herbal tea, great for a warm feeling inside. Bath time pampering There’s … Continue reading Welcome Merchant Winter Warmers

Fashion designer Anjilla Seddeqi

Timeless Elegance that Elevates Women

Fashion designer Anjilla Seddeqi. Welcome Merchant recently featured Anjilla Seddeqi, an Australian designer of Afghan heritage, whose designs shine a light on the elegance and beauty of Afghan culture. Anjilla Seddeqi makes clothing for the sophisticated modern woman, designing pieces that long for a return to a grace-filled era of dressing. Here Anjilla explains her … Continue reading Timeless Elegance that Elevates Women

Breaking the Bias One Design at a Time

Meet palestinian designer gina barjeel Image: Gina Barjeel 'They told me, in a very professional way, that Australians wouldn't understand my accent.' The theme for International Women's Day 2022 is #BreakTheBias. Individually, we can take responsibility for changing our own thoughts and actions. Collectively, we can imagine a world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. At Welcome … Continue reading Breaking the Bias One Design at a Time