Join us at the Marching Forward Hub in Dayboro for a relaxed social afternoon! Participants will enjoy a movie screening together while sharing delicious Indian food and casual conversation. This activity is designed to encourage social connection, confidence-building, and community engagement in a calm, supportive environment.

Indian food and snacks are provided. Participants are welcome to bring additional food or drinks if they like. Pick up & drop off: Petrie Water Mill Meeting Point

Risk Details

• Slips, trips, or falls inside the hub

• Allergic reactions to food (Indian food ingredients or snacks)

• Food-related illness or choking hazards

• Emotional distress or sensory overload from noise, lighting, or social interaction

• Minor injuries from handling utensils, plates, or cleaning up

• Disorientation or temporary distress in group settings

• COVID-19 or other transmissible illnesses if participants are unwell

• Equipment hazards (AV equipment, cords, or furniture)

Potential Repercussions

• Minor injuries (cuts, scrapes, burns from utensils)

• Allergic reactions or food-related illness

• Temporary anxiety, distress, or sensory overwhelm

• Spreading of contagious illnesses

• Trip or fall injuries

Alternative Options

• Provide a quiet space for participants who prefer low-stimulation activities

• Offer alternative food options for dietary restrictions or allergies

• Conduct smaller group sessions if necessary

• Replace movie screening with a seated social activity or craft if required

Strategies to Reduce Risk

• Conduct a pre-session briefing outlining safe behaviour and boundaries

• Maintain 1:1 or 1:2 staff-to-participant ratios based on individual support needs

• Check allergy and dietary information prior to the activity

• Supervise food preparation, serving, and consumption

• Ensure safe, clear walkways to prevent trips and falls

• Provide quiet areas for participants who need a break

• Ensure AV equipment and cords are safely positioned and secure

• Encourage hand hygiene before and after eating

• Monitor participants for emotional or sensory distress

• Keep first-aid kits, emergency contacts, and communication devices accessible

• Clean and sanitize the space before and after the activity

• Debrief after the session to identify any injuries or wellbeing concerns