Alola Australia in Abbotsford, Victoria, Australia | Community organisation

Alola Australia

Locality: Abbotsford, Victoria, Australia

Address: PO Box 382 Abbotsford 3067 Abbotsford, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.alola.org.au/

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25.01.2022 These are challenging times. Sadly our Sensational Seventies Fundraiser has had to be cancelled. We originally planned to postpone however with the current uncertainty around the COVID-19 situation weve decided this is the best course of action. We sincerely thank Alola supporter and event organiser Christine Nolan for her tireless work in organising this event. If you would still like to support the @alolafoundation womens cancer program HALIKU, you can donate via our website.

25.01.2022 Want to learn Tetun or just take your language skills up a notch or two? Now is the time to prepare yourself for your return visit to Timor-Leste! Timorlink’s n...ext term of Beginner to Advanced level language courses start in October and I am proud to be your teacher. I am also teaching a Getting to Know Timor-Leste course which will cover politics, culture, historical milestones, gender relations, reconciliation and living and working cross-culturally. Sign up now! https://learntetun.com/

25.01.2022 If youre looking to be inspired and informed over the weekend, check out the WOW Australia free online live stream! We especially encourage you to tune in at 3.04pm on Sunday 28th June as the CEO of Alola Foundation, Macu Guterres, will be speaking about the impact of COVID-19 on women and girls in Timor-Leste. More info through the link below

25.01.2022 This time last week we were getting ready for our special webinar - A Conversation with Kirsty. You can now catch up by viewing the event recording online: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1UHxtJ6uew Highlight include: Hearing Kirsty speak about the origins of the MILK campaign and the work of Fundasaun Alola's Maternal Child Health team... Tour of Alola's 'Breastfeeding Cafe' in Dili National Hospital with Fundasaun Alola CEO Macu Guterres An update on the current impact of COVID in Timor-Leste Audience questions about the broader work of Fundasaun Alola and ways Australians can continue to support the development of Timor-Leste This event was held in support of Fundasaun Alola's Maternal Child Health Program. You can still support this incredible program by donating via our website!

25.01.2022 'Women belong in all the places where decisions are made'. The late and truly great Ruth Bader Ginsburg - Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States.

24.01.2022 Wouldn’t it be wonderful to be shopping at Fundasaun Alola’s Christmas market today! Sure beats the shopping centre. Wishing our friends all the best for a successful weekend!

24.01.2022 Cooking for baby health in rural villages.

24.01.2022 Check out what the @alolafoundation HALIKU team did for #WorldCancerDay this week: Ran a mini workshop for Senior High School students at Liquica Municipality Spoke to members of The Scout Association of Timor-Leste at Dili Municipality Participated in radio talkshow on Dili Metro FM community radio and Radio Liberdade-Dili ... Screened 2 educational films about breast cancer and their prevention on National TV. Don't forget that you can help support HALIKU by attending an upcoming 70s themed fundraiser on March 21 in St Kilda - tickets at https://www.trybooking.com/BHNCX

23.01.2022 #StrongWomenStrongNation #JacindaArdern

23.01.2022 Get to know how your support impacts the lives of women in Timor-Leste! Did you know that Fundasaun Alola has four key program areas? Over the coming year we'll be sure to share more about each of these programs and how you can support them, so keep up to date with all of our social media platforms! #StrongWomenStrongNation #AlolaAustralia

23.01.2022 Tickets still available for the SENSATIONAL SEVENTIES fundraiser coming up on March 21st! Join us for a night of 70s entertainment and nostalgia as we raise funds for HALIKU, Alola's women's cancer project. Special guests include comedian Richard Stubbs and former First Lady of Timor-Leste and founding director of the Alola Foundation, Kirsty Sword Gusmão AO. WHEN: Saturday March 21st, 7pm... WHERE: West Beach Bathers Pavilion, St Kilda COST: $110 pp includes welcome cocktail and finger food, drinks at bar prices Tables of 10, though not necessary to gather a full table DRESS TO IMPRESS in your best 70's outfit! Costumes prizes, quiz, comedian, dancing, 70s finger food, auction and raffle! More information and booking details through the link below!

22.01.2022 Did you know that it's World Breastfeeding Week? As we come to the close of the global awareness week, we want to highlight the incredible work of Fundasaun Alola's Maternal and Child Health Program. Following the devastating April floods in Timor-Leste, the Alola team set up a new initiative called the 'Nurturing Care - Breastfeeding Rescue Safe Space'. This mobile unit was able to travel to the evacuation centres and provide lifesaving breastfeeding support, including re...lactation to re-establish breastfeeding for mixed formula feeding mothers. The Alola team are now looking at scaling the Nurturing Care concept so that it can be applied in a variety of settings, such as rural villages. If you would like to encourage the continuation of initiatives like this, please make a donation during the month of August to support the Maternal and Child Health Program. To learn more about the Nurturing Care - Breastfeeding Rescue Safe Space, please follow the link: https://www.alola.org.au/pivoting-for-the-good-health-of-m/

22.01.2022 With COVID-19 now firmly taking hold in Timor-Leste (estimated 50,000 cases in Dili alone) and the devastation of the April flooding, there are many avenues to direct your support at the moment. However, this tax time, we ask that you consider supporting the education of young women and girls. Why? Because education is the cornerstone for empowerment of women and girls in Timor-Leste. The challenges of the present day cannot be addressed without the education of the next gen...eration. We have to help ensure young women and girls are not left behind. You can support our Tax Appeal by making a donation to Fundasaun Alola's Scholarship Program. Scholarships provide funding for school fees, transport, school materials, uniforms, and living costs. The Scholarship Program targets disadvantaged girls and families especially in remote areas, single-parent families, orphans, gender-based violence survivors, children from large families or those from other situations of risk. Donate today at www.alola.org.au #StrongWomenStrongNation

21.01.2022 An excellent reason to visit Geelong in November - and celebrate the art of frienship and community that exists between Victoria and Timor-Leste.

21.01.2022 How will you help forge a gender equal world? #ChooseToChallenge #IWD2021 #StrongWomenStrongNation

21.01.2022 By donating to our Tax Appeal this tax time, you will be supporting women like Igilda. Earlier this year we shared Igilda's Bernadette dos Santos' story. Igilda's parents had passed away when she and her siblings were young. When Igilda started High School in 2010, she was the recipient of a Fundasaun Alola Scholarship, which continued until Igilda finished University in Dili. When she heard the scholarship would support her until she completed her tertiary education, her ...response was I feel very happy. Even though I am an orphan, Alola still paid attention to me. I am so grateful that I could finish my education at University and now I can work for my people. Thank you Alola. Igilda now works for the Timor-Leste Government in the Ministry of Public Works. You can you help us continue to make a difference in the lives of the many women and children in Timor, like Igilda, by supporting programs like the Scholarship Program. To support this program, considering donating to our Tax Appeal today at www.alola.org.au. A gentle reminder that this Tax Appeal closes on the 30th June. #StrongWomenStrongNation #AlolaAustralia #FundasaunAlola

20.01.2022 Join the online book launch of Friendship for Development: Stories of a partnership between Suai Timor-Leste and the City of Port Phillip this Thursday. Written by Ann Wigglesworth and to be launched by Kirsty Sword Gusmo, its an event and book not to be missed.

20.01.2022 Be sure to tune in to ABCs Foreign Correspondent tonight.

20.01.2022 #StrongWomenStrongNation #MichelleObama

19.01.2022 Still looking for that perfect Christmas gift? An Alola Gift Certificate could be just what you need! Gift certificate range from $10 - $75 and support each of Fundasaun Alola's key program areas: Maternal and Child Heath Education... Economic Empowerment Advocacy Gift certificates can be purchased from our website: https://www.alola.org.au/shop/ All gift certificates are tax deductible donations. Thank you for supporting women and children in Timor-Leste this Christmas.

19.01.2022 This weeks quote comes from a prominent voice in modern-day feminist literature, Roxanne Gay. Gay is an American writer, professor, editor, and social commentator, author of The New York Times best-selling essay collection Bad Feminist (2014). Much of Gay's written work deals with the analysis and deconstruction of feminist and racial issues through the lens of her personal experiences with race, gender identity, and sexuality. #StrongWomenStrongNation #RoxanneGay

19.01.2022 A final reminder that today is your last chance to donate to our tax appeal! Funds from this years' tax appeal will be directed toward Fundasaun Alola's scholarship program. For more information visit our website: www.alola.org.au

18.01.2022 Were looking forward to virtually connecting with you on Thursday night! Havent booked? Registrations are still open!

18.01.2022 If you're looking to be inspired and informed over the weekend, check out the WOW Australia free online live stream! We especially encourage you to tune in at 3.04pm on Sunday 28th June as the CEO of Alola Foundation, Macu Guterres, will be speaking about the impact of COVID-19 on women and girls in Timor-Leste. More info through the link below

18.01.2022 If you are up late tonight - be sure to catch Alias Ruby Blade on SBS 11.30

18.01.2022 Did you catch this travel piece in The Australian recently? If you havent put Timor-Leste on your bucket list, this is just another reason to visit.

17.01.2022 Message from the heart of Alola - Kirsty Sword Gusmo . . . . Timor-Leste needs Alola more than ever and Alola needs you! Whilst to date Timor-Leste has thankfully been spared the worst possible impacts of the Covid-19 emergency, with zero active cases as of today, women are doing it tougher than ever. Restrictions on movement, threats to income and food security due to closure of many small businesses, in addition to school closures, all mean that women are in greater ne...ed than ever of the sorts of programs and services that Alola provides. Alolas Maternal & Child Health (MCH) team have met an urgent need for grassroots health promotion and risk communication work by getting out into communities to spread the word. Your support at this time will mean that the MCH team can expand this important work whilst they and the 104 other Alola staff members can continue to look forward to a resumption of normal activities and priorities - the women of Timor-Lest are counting on it.

16.01.2022 Welcome and congratulations Ines Almeida, our new Ambassador of Timor-Leste to Australia.

16.01.2022 Farewell and obrigada mana Ema de Sousa; Fundasaun Alolas education program manager, committed educator, inpired leader; and for those lucky enough to hear her read a childrens book - the most delightful story teller. We wish you well mana Ema.

16.01.2022 Normally we would be celebrating World Breast Feeding Week with our MILK campaign that gathers friends and family for a fundraising morning tea Given such events cant go ahead this year, we invite you to come along to a virtual event next Thursday evening, where Alola founder Dr Kirsty Sword Gusmão AO will be joining us live! https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=646025 Free to join, but we encourage you to place a donation when you register which will support Alola Foundations Maternal Child Health Program.

16.01.2022 This week's quote in our #StrongWomen series is from Aida Exposto .... Aida Exposto, director of IWDA partner Rede Feto, recalls women's roles in the struggle for Timor-Leste's independence, and the peace-building they've worked on since. #StrongWomenStrongNation

16.01.2022 Wonderful article in the Fairfax press today about Kirstys work with HALIKU, Fundasaun Alolas womens cancer project. This article was timed to coincide with the Sensational Seventies fundraising event for HALIKU which has sadly had to be postponed. Thank you to all who purchased tickets - we will be in touch with you about plans moving forward as soon as possible. In the meantime, happy reading

16.01.2022 Be sure to tune in to ABC's Foreign Correspondent tonight.

15.01.2022 This promises to be a fascinating friendship forum. Get along if you can.

14.01.2022 Obrigada Zela Carvalho for sharing this celebration of international day of rural women - in Timor-Leste, with us.

14.01.2022 Congratulations Fundasaun Alola on presenting your 2019 Annual Report

12.01.2022 Catch Maubere Timor at WOMADelaide in 2020

12.01.2022 Join the online book launch of 'Friendship for Development: Stories of a partnership between Suai Timor-Leste and the City of Port Phillip' this Thursday. Written by Ann Wigglesworth and to be launched by Kirsty Sword Gusmào, it's an event and book not to be missed.

12.01.2022 Women belong in all the places where decisions are made. The late and truly great Ruth Bader Ginsburg - Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States.

11.01.2022 Did you catch this travel piece in The Australian recently? If you haven't put Timor-Leste on your bucket list, this is just another reason to visit.

11.01.2022 A moving and insightful story of friendship, shared learning and development - highly recommended.

11.01.2022 Did you know that yesterday was #WorldCancerDay? You can help women in Timor Leste access cancer education and support by supporting Fundasaun Alolas HALIKU program. Our fabulous supporter Christine Nolan is hosting a fundraiser on March 21st to raise funds for HALIKU. Come along in your best 70s look for a fabulous night of comedy and fun for a wonderful cause.

11.01.2022 Nine years ago - and thanks to Melanie, Kartini, Kellie, Marita, Bree, and you - the Alola Australia page is still going strong. Obrigada good friends.

10.01.2022 This week's quote in our #StrongWomen series is from Marianne Williamson .... Marianne Williamson is an American Author and Political Activist. Williamson is the founder of Project Angel Food, a volunteer food delivery program that serves home-bound people with HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening illnesses. She is also the co-founder of the Peace Alliance, a nonprofit education and advocacy organisation supporting peace-building project. #StrongWomenStrongNation #MarianneWilliamson

10.01.2022 #StrongWomenStrongNation

10.01.2022 It's with great appreciation that we farewell Christine Perkins from the Alola Australia board. Christine will remain involved with Alola Australia as a trusted Avo. Christine was Alola's first Chairperson in 2008. The history and success of Alola Australia will always be intrinsically linked with Chris. "Thank you for being such a steadfast friend and advocate of the women and children of Timor-Leste and for all the wisdom and insights you have contributed to the often-diff...icult work of keeping the needs of our sisters in Timor-Leste in focus in the Australian community." - Kirsty Sword Gusmao "When I think of Christine, I think of her depth of knowledge and experience of international development, Christine’s leadership on a ‘strengths-based approach’ to friendship, support, community development and nation building has contributed most significantly to Fundasaun Alola and to the work of the Friends of Bacau, and many other Timor initiatives." - Maria Bohan, Co-Chair Alola Australia Obrigada barak Christine!! #StrongWomen #StrongNation

10.01.2022 As we come to the end of August and breastfeeding awareness month in Timor-Leste, we congratulate Fundasaun Alola and the Maternal Child Health team for their fantastic initiatives and advocacy around breastfeeding. The team are working with women and families in cities and villages across Timor-Leste to educate, guide and support the nourishment of babies and mothers. You can show your support for the vision of Strong Women - Strong Nation by making a donation or purchasin...g a $25 Maternity Gift Certificate https://www.alola.org.au/product/maternity-certificate/

09.01.2022 We’re looking forward to virtually connecting with you on Thursday night! Haven’t booked? Registrations are still open!

08.01.2022 Join friends from Dili and Melbourne as they explore the question 'COVID-19: Threat or opportunity in Timor-Leste'? Tuesday October 6.

08.01.2022 Back in the days when you could visit your neighbours, our wonderful friends from Self Worth Beyond Birth held a garage sale with all funds raised (over $400!!) going to Alola. Thank you to Robyn, Jane, Lucy and Immy for choosing to support women and children in Timor-Leste! We are lucky to have such wonderful community supporters like you. If you are part of a local community group and would like to show your support for Alola by raising funds, please get in touch with us at [email protected] .

07.01.2022 Fundasaun Alola and ChildFund partnership to strengthen health and education in Timor-Leste.

07.01.2022 We picked up a little detail in the footage of Victoria’s CHO getting his second COVID jab this week - can you see it? #vivatimorleste

07.01.2022 ANNOUNCEMENT RE SENSATIONAL SEVENTIES FUNDRAISER FROM ORGANIZER CHRISTINE NOLAN: "In light of recent developments regarding the coronavirus it seems wise to postpone the "Sensational 70's" fundraiser in support of the Alola Foundation that was to be held next Saturday 21/3/20 in St Kilda. We are working with Kirsty Sword Gusmão, Richard Stubbs our comedian, and the venue to reschedule at a later date once we are assured that we can safely go ahead.... For those who booked tickets on behalf of others, could you please advise your guests of the postponement as I do not have their names. We are extremely sorry that this has occurred and for any inconvenience to you. Please be assured we will let you know as soon as possible of the alternative date so you can consider your availability." Please feel free to contact us at [email protected] if you gave any questions. We thank you for your understanding.

07.01.2022 Sad news from Timor-Leste.

07.01.2022 Wonderful article in the Fairfax press today about Kirsty's work with HALIKU, Fundasaun Alola's women's cancer project. This article was timed to coincide with the Sensational Seventies fundraising event for HALIKU which has sadly had to be postponed. Thank you to all who purchased tickets - we will be in touch with you about plans moving forward as soon as possible. In the meantime, happy reading

07.01.2022 A poignant read from Tim Costello. "This is a moment in our shared humanity when we dont know what happens next, but I suspect that we will need more than just an economic stimulus; we will need a stimulus in civility, in community and in charity that can only be generated from within, as we lament and then renew ourselves together."

05.01.2022 Get ready for a pink October

05.01.2022 A HAPPY ANNOUNCEMENT With all the depressing statistics we’re being bombarded with from the media right now, we sure could use some happier numbers. This... month we have wrapped up the School Book Project implemented by Fundasaun Alola We are delighted to announce that with the help of all the cheerful givers among you, we have collectively raised $2,488 AUD! That’s the equivalent of 1,244 school books for children in Timor. WOW! Thank you so much for helping us make a difference. Big thanks to Alola for organising the project. Stay tuned for our next fundraising project!

04.01.2022 Fundasaun Alola - protecting and preserving the cultural heritage of Timor-Leste through Tais.

04.01.2022 A mighty effort Timor-Leste

04.01.2022 Thank you to our supporters who have donated to our appeal for funds to keep our partner organisation Fundasaun Alola operational during this difficult time. If you're not on our mailing list and haven't received the latest update from Kirsty Sword Gusmao, please read her letter here: https://bit.ly/3cZwSDz If you are in a position to donate, you will help ensure Fundasaun Alola remain strong and prepared for a post pandemic future. Donations can be made online at www.alola.o...rg.au as well as through bank transfer. All details are available on our website. (Pictured below is Maternal Child Health Worker Justina Pereira who is conducting vital COVID-19 prevention work in the community of Liquica)

03.01.2022 Were delighted to announce that Kirsty Sword Gusmo AO will be speaking at the Sensational Seventies fundraiser on March 21 Dont miss out on the opportunity to hear from the former First Lady of Timor Leste and founder of the Alola Foundation. Tickets at https://www.trybooking.com/BHNCX

03.01.2022 We're delighted to announce that Kirsty Sword Gusmão AO will be speaking at the Sensational Seventies fundraiser on March 21 Don't miss out on the opportunity to hear from the former First Lady of Timor Leste and founder of the Alola Foundation. Tickets at https://www.trybooking.com/BHNCX

03.01.2022 A gentle reminder that our Tax Appeal closes at the end of this month. By making a donation to our Tax Appeal, you will be supporting Fundasaun Alola's Scholarship Program. This program provides funding for school fees, transport, school materials, uniforms, and uniforms. The Scholarship Program targets girls and families from disadvantaged backgrounds, especially in remote areas. Recipients of the Scholarship may be from a single-parent family, orphans, gender-based violenc...e survivors, children from large families or those from other situations of risk. Consider donating today at www.alola.org.au #StrongWomenStrongNation

03.01.2022 #StrongWomenStrongNation Jane Goodall is a primatologist and antropologist. Goodall credits her mother with encouraging her to pursue a career in primatology, a male-dominated field at the time. Goodall has stated that women were not accepted in the field when she started her research in the late 1950s. Today, the field of primatology is made up almost evenly of men and women, in part thanks to the trailblazing of Goodall and her encouragement of young women to join the field.

02.01.2022 Congratulations City of Port Phillip and Suai/Covalima on 20 years of friendship and shared community development within a culture of trust and understanding.

02.01.2022 #StrongWomenStrongNation

02.01.2022 Farewell Paddy Garrity: a great friend to many; committed supporter of the people of East Timor; painter and docker; union activist and one heck of a character.

02.01.2022 #strongwomenstrongnation

02.01.2022 A HAPPY ANNOUNCEMENT With all the depressing statistics were being bombarded with from the media right now, we sure could use some happier numbers. This... month we have wrapped up the School Book Project implemented by Fundasaun Alola We are delighted to announce that with the help of all the cheerful givers among you, we have collectively raised $2,488 AUD! Thats the equivalent of 1,244 school books for children in Timor. WOW! Thank you so much for helping us make a difference. Big thanks to Alola for organising the project. Stay tuned for our next fundraising project!

02.01.2022 Get to know a bit more about our relationship with Fundasuan Alola! Our mission at Alola Australia is to partner with Fundasaun Alola in enabling women and families in Timor-Leste to build a strong future. Projects are initiated and managed by Fundasaun Alola and our goal is to support their initiatives, as our collaboration with Fundasaun Alola involves responding to issues that they identify as important. Our role is to be a responsive and supportive collaborator, committed to building the capacity of our partner. Together we bring and build knowledge, experience and resources to address our shared priorities. #AlolaAustralia #FundasaunAlola

01.01.2022 Farewell and obrigada mana Ema de Sousa; Fundasaun Alola's education program manager, committed educator, inpired leader; and for those lucky enough to hear her read a children's book - the most delightful story teller. We wish you well mana Ema.

01.01.2022 Will you BE THERE OR BE SQUARE?? Join Melbourne comedian Richard Stubbs on March 21 for lots of laughs as he reflects on growing up in the 70s. Have you got your tickets yet? https://www.trybooking.com/BHNCX