About us:

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The DFK Community Wellbeing Music & Arts Hub is a community-focused centre dedicated to nurturing the mental, emotional, and social well-being of children, young people, families, and older adults.​

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It offers a safe, inclusive, and creative environment where people of all backgrounds can explore self-expression, connection, and personal growth through art, music, and reflective practices.

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Some activities are donation based to help our community grow.

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Our Mission

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To provide a safe, inclusive and creative environment where people of all ages and backgrounds can explore self expression, build emotional wellbeing and grow together through art, music and mindful practices.

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What We Offer

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We provide a range of wellbeing and creative programmes including art workshops, music sessions, African drumming, mindfulness, reflective circles, creative writing, intergenerational projects and community events. Our sessions support people experiencing stress, anxiety, loneliness or emotional challenges, as well as anyone who simply wants to learn new skills and connect with others.

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Who We Support

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Our hub welcomes

children and young people

families

adults and carers

older adults

neurodivergent individuals

anyone seeking a supportive and creative community

 

Our Team and Collaborators

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Carmelia Mar

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Carmelia Mar is a SENCO professional and singer who leads the music programmes, choir sessions and vocal wellbeing activities. She also develops and delivers specialised work for neurodivergent people, and supports parents through workshops and creative sessions that promote understanding, emotional balance and connection.

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Mara Marques 

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Mara Marques, who studied product design, leads the art and creative workshops. She brings a fresh perspective to visual arts, helping participants explore creativity through design thinking, drawing, painting and hands on artistic expression.

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Professor of Metaphysical Philosophy James Tartaglia

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We are honoured to collaborate with Professor James Tartaglia, an expert in metaphysical philosophy. He leads our project Voices of Logos where participants can freely explore questions about identity, meaning, and who we are as individuals and as a community. This is a space for deep conversation, reflection and open philosophical dialogue. Find his Youtube here: www.youtube.com/@jazzphilosophyjames  and website here: jamestartaglia.com  

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Pedro Duarte

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Pedro Duarte, collaborator  of the UAA Association, brings powerful cultural energy to the hub through African drumming sessions. His work celebrates rhythm, tradition and community spirit, offering a dynamic and uplifting experience for all ages.