Somerset Community Shed Inc.

Somerset Community Shed Inc. is a community-based organisation located in Somerset, Australia, dedicated to fostering social connection and skill development through practical activities. It provides a welcoming space where members can engage in woodworking, metalworking, and other hands-on projects, promoting wellbeing and camaraderie among participants.

Woodworking and Metalworking Community Projects

Somerset Community Shed Inc.’s flagship activity revolves around woodworking and metalworking, where members use tools like band saws to mill Macrocarpa logs and create custom items. This hands-on workshop environment supports both personal projects and community commissions, encouraging skill sharing and social interaction in a supportive setting.

Mission and Vision

The organisation’s mission is to enhance men’s health and wellbeing by providing a space for meaningful work and social engagement. Its vision is to build a connected community where individuals can develop practical skills, foster friendships, and contribute positively to local projects.

Main Objectives

• Promote mental and physical health through active participation in craft and trade activities
• Encourage social inclusion and reduce isolation among members
• Provide opportunities for skill development and lifelong learning
• Support community needs through commissioned projects and market stalls

Benefiting Groups

The primary beneficiaries are men of all ages seeking social connection and purposeful activity, including retirees and those experiencing social isolation. The shed also serves the wider community by fulfilling commissioned work and participating in local markets.

Types of Services or Activities

• Woodworking and metalworking workshops
• Operation of band saws and milling of Macrocarpa logs
• Personal and community project development
• Participation in local craft markets to sell handmade goods
• Social events and skill-sharing sessions

References

A list of sources used to compile this information includes:

• Australian Men’s Shed Association
• Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission
• Somerset Community Men’s Shed