If you’re looking to activate an underused space, grow a community, or create gatherings that feel warm, meaningful, and deeply human - I can help you bring that vision to life.

With over two decades in the hospitality and events world, I’ve learned that spaces don’t just hold people - they shape how we connect, heal, create, and grow. My work is grounded in a simple belief: when we design environments that feel welcoming and intentional, community and transformation naturally follow.

Through Spaces for Good, I partner with churches, councils, and property owners to reimagine and revitalise under utilised buildings, especially places of worship. I help leaders uncover the hidden potential in their spaces, develop sustainable models, and create environments that support mission, community impact, and commercial viability.

I also lead At Her Table, a movement that equips and empowers women of faith to gather their communities with confidence and grace. Through gentle training, resources, and a rhythm of hospitality, I support women in creating spaces where belonging feels natural and conversations can go deep.

As the founder of Sanctuary Canberra, I host a light-filled, community-minded venue designed for workshops, celebrations, creative collaborations, and gatherings that matter. I love helping people bring their ideas to life in a setting that feels calm, beautiful, and welcoming.

Across all of my work, my passion is creating and stewarding spaces where people feel seen, connected, and supported. If you’re exploring how to transform a place or cultivate community, I’d love to connect and create something meaningful together.

🌐 laurenharkness.com.au
🌐 sanctuarycanberra.com.au
🌐 athertable.com.au
🌐 spacesforgood.com.au

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