Community Car Care: Introduction to servicing

Note: this event is for transgender, gender diverse, and non-binary people. There are three workshops in this series, if you would like to attend the last workshop on the 26th of July, please sign up for all three.

This is Part 3 in a three part series hosted by Zef (they/them) from Community Car Care. This session will focus on understanding how to service your car!

Part 3: Introduction to servicing 

• Objectives: Step by step guide on how to service vehicles.

• Activities: Worksheets and practical 

• Outcomes: Participants will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to properly maintain their vehicles.

Zef's workshops are an interactive and fun way to learn about your car, what maintenance you can do to prolong the life of your car (and save money), how to talk to a mechanic and what to do in an emergency.

The workshop will provide a safe space for you to: ask questions, let go of any shame of being an uneducated car owner, and become a more confident driver.

These workshops are interactive with no confusing, over-your-head car talk.

Practical and easy tips and lessons like, what is the purpose of coolant? What do the letters on the side of my tire mean? What can I touch under the hood of my car? What should I not touch?

Facilitator Bio:

Zef (they/them) is a qualified Senior Parts Interpreter with over a decade of experience across multiple facets of the automotive industry. After stepping away from the trade, they’ve committed their energy to sharing knowledge, answering questions, and being a reliable point of contact for their community. Through their work, Zef aims to bridge the gap between the automotive and LGBTQIA+ communities — making car care more inclusive, accessible, and empowering for all.

Refundable deposit: There is a $15 refundable deposit for this session, and as long as you either attend the session or cancel more than 2 days in advance, you will be refunded this cost. If you do not cancel with at least two day's notice, or you do not show up, you will be charged the $15. If you are committed to coming to the session but the $15 fee poses a financial barrier, please contact us at groupcordinator@tgv.org.au.

Accessibility & COVID Safety at Affirmation Station: Your comfort and safety are important to us.

• Mask-wearing is strongly encouraged, and we'll have spares if you need one.

• Our space is well-ventilated with two air purifiers, and there's plenty of room to physically distance.

• The venue is wheelchair accessible.

• We offer fidget toys and a separate quiet/calm space if you need some downtime.

Got questions? Feel free to email us at groupcoordinator@tgv.org.au. We can't wait to see you there!