Viv Nguyen | Public figure
Viv Nguyen
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23.01.2022 @22/11/2020 - Further changes for Victoria From 11:59pm tonight, the number of visitors to your home will increase from two to 15 per day. Outdoor gatherings in a public place the park, the beach will increase to 50. ... For those couples who’ve had to delay their special day, weddings will increase to 150 people. The same number will apply to funerals and religious ceremonies indoors. For smaller venues, the density limit will change to one person for every two square metres up to 50 customers. QR code record keeping will be mandatory. For bigger venues, the density limit will stay the same, but the cap will increase to 150. Total venue capacity will also rise to 300. Cinemas, galleries and museums will also be able to host up to 150 people indoors. And in good news for community clubs, contact and non-contact sports can begin for adults as well as kids 150 people indoors with a group size of up to 20 and 500 outdoors with groups of up to 50. Masks are still required to be worn when indoors and on public transport and where you can’t keep your distance. But if you’re outdoors and you can keep a safe distance, masks will no longer be mandatory. More in the attached link. https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/statement-premier-82
21.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS - 27/9/2020 The Victorian Government has announced that *metropolitan Melbourne will move to the Second Step in the roadmap for reopening from 11:59pm on Sunday, 27 September. There are some important changes to understand if you live in metropolitan Melbourne:... The 9pm-5am curfew will no longer be in place from 5am, 28 September 2020 Religious gatherings and ceremonies can take place outdoors with five people and one faith leader, next to a place of worship Childcare is open to all children All primary school students, VCE and VCAL students (including Year 10 students in VCE) and specialist school students will return to their schools for learning from October 12 Five people from a maximum of two households can meet outdoors for a social gathering in a public place like a park. *You cannot travel further than 5k. Face coverings must be a fitted face mask that covers nose and mouth - not a face shield, scarf or bandana Additionally, the Victorian Government has announced that metropolitan Melbourne will move to the Third Step as soon as the 14 day daily average of new cases is less than five, with movement between steps spaced at least three weeks apart. The October 26 date no longer applies. For more details on what is allowed under the new restrictions, visit vic.gov.au/roadmap
19.01.2022 As the conversation continues across Victoria on a plan towards opening up and easing the restrictions, many of us are also looking forward to Father’s Day tomorrow, a tradition many embrace as a way to connect with our family, friends and as a social connection. I hope you’ll find this Sunday - Father’s Day 2020 - with a little more hope and optimism towards our ability to manage and get on top of this pandemic. I also hope you’ll find some joy on this occasion. I know many may not find this Sunday a particular occasion for a variety of reasons and please know that you are in my thoughts and in our advocacy work. Here’s my little one’s joy. Perhaps more our joy than his. He was however full of joy from the complements received following hisperformance.
18.01.2022 We are very pleased to be offering these important racism information sessions for communities. We’ve had an overwhelming response, with most sessions already full There is clearly a strong interest from multicultural communities to learn more about their rights and take action against racism. My sincere thanks to the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission, the multicultural legal networks and partner organisations who are supporting the various sessions.
16.01.2022 Today I spoke at RMIT’s Global Leader Experience Worldwide delivered by Common Purpose, where I presented to students alongside other organisations such as Oxfam, Red Cross, Royal Melbourne Hospital and IBM to name a few who are involved in throughout this program series. The Global Leader Experience Online program brings together a diverse group of up to 150 students from RMIT Melbourne and provides them the skills and networks required to work across boundaries and become... global leaders. I shared with the group that a shared Melbourne in the future would have the ability to recognise and listen to the voices especially those who don’t have a voice for a variety of reasons and it isn’t all the time about the loud voices - that to me matters a great deal. The topic got me thinking about how do we develop ‘Leadership’ and it isn’t just about positional leadership it’s also the individuals, about the way in which she or he or they conduct themselves; care about the environment; about the vulnerable people; the people around them. Community leadership is really important, and creating a society that supports, empowers and encourages that is part of what I believe a shared Melbourne and a shared future for us. The questions I was asked by the students were thought provoking and showed a real need for diversity and multiculturalism to be fostered and encouraged in our society. I will leave you with some of the questions that our younger generation are pondering perhaps these are questions that you have asked yourself and are worth noting for those in power. Do you think there is a possibility for a prime minister of Australia of different cultural background and would you think the citizens would accept it? Have we reached that openness to other cultural groups now? What would you recommend for international students to contribute for the Victoria local multicultural environment? What supports exist and how women from different multicultural backgrounds can access with regards to job opportunities, services on family violence, mental health?
15.01.2022 Each year on the 21 September we celebrate the International Day of Peace. Just like International Women’s Day, International Youth Day and the International Day of Older Persons, it is a symbolic day, designed to bring awareness, knowledge and action. The International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by the United Nations General Assembly. Two decades later, in 2001, the General Assembly unanimously voted to designate the day as a period of non-violence and cease-fire. ...For me, however, celebrating peace is not just about the cessation of conflict. It can be something more personal, micro and local. During this pandemic, we have seen how the work of each of us is so critical in containing the spread of the virus. We’ve also seen how critical it is for groups of people to reach out to assist others, whether it’s with food relief, delivering free masks or checking in on people who might need support. To me, these acts are efforts towards peace. Victorians are doing this in droves. If we can build peace for ourselves, our families and the small number of people around us, we can collectively build peace at a greater level. On this day, I’m joining the Calm in the City multifaith virtual event to send a prayer to this collective effort. You can find out more about the event and register here: https://mailchi.mp/7dea634b9be8/unpeaceday2020 Ngày Quc T Hoà Bình 21/9 hàng nm là ngày Liên Hip Quc dành riêng cho ch Hoà Bình. Kính mong mi ngi dành mt phút cu nguyn cho hoà bình th gii. Vi nhng ai ã tng là ngi t nn, xin thêm ôi li cu nguyn cho hoà bình ni quê hng mình. Riêng tôi, s thêm li Kinh cho t Do dân ch tht s ti ni quê Cha t T Vit Nam.
13.01.2022 As we approach this year’s local council elections I’m reminded of how we should never take for granted the opportunities we have to participate in our democracy through civic engagement and political representation. Especially this year. 2020 will go down in history as a year that changed us, fundamentally and in many ways. The tragic loss of life, the collective sacrifices we have made to contain this virus, our vigorous debates about freedoms and indeed the compassion we...’ve shown to one another all these have contributed to how this year will be remembered. 2020 has a personal connection for me. It marks 45 years since the Fall of Saigon and it’s a deep reminder of why I value democratic principles. There are many like me who take these matters with a sense of conviction. That’s why it is so important many people from different cultural backgrounds are standing for seats in the 2020 local council elections. I applaud their commitment, conviction and dedication. Women of different cultural backgrounds, young people from all walks of life, new Aussies, recently arrived Aussies or Aussies with grandparents or parents who settled in Australia some decades ago they are all taking the stage. I join the Ethnic Communities Council of Victoria, Australian Local Government Women’s Association and other organisations to encourage women from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to stand for this council election. https://womensagenda.com.au//women-its-our-time-to-stand-/
13.01.2022 Spring has sprung! With winter behind us, I’d like to reflect on the work of the VMC over the past few weeks. First of all, thank you for your well wishes on my first anniversary in this journey. We enter Spring with coronavirus (COVID-19) case numbers continuing to trend downwards. However, many families are struggling to stay in work, get food on the table, and keep physically and mentally well. So I welcome the establishment of the CALD Communities Taskforce to support ou...r hardest hit communities. With testing rates dropping we need to remind ourselves that getting tested is easier than ever with more than 190 locations offering free testing regardless of visa status. I have been meeting with many of my fellow statutory Commissioners, in the areas of policing, public administration, mental health, disability, fire rescue and human rights, to explore how the VMC can collaborate with them on a range of issues both relating to coronavirus (COVID-19) and recovery. The round tables have been continuing to keep everyone informed. The insights gained have been incredibly useful for the work of the Taskforce. Yes, these are difficult days, but we must not forget to celebrate diversity and multiculturalism! I’m delighted that nominations for the 2020 Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence are open! Please nominate a diversity hero you know: https://www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/multicultura
11.01.2022 We all know someone in our lives who’s made a difference this year in our community whether through paid or volunteer work. Over the past 12 months, it’s been a real privilege and pleasure to meet Victorians from all backgrounds and professions who’ve dedicated their time to supporting and advocating for multicultural communities. That’s why I’m pleased that we’ve introduced 7 new categories in the Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence, including sport, justice, he...alth, emergency services, arts, refugee advocacy and community response and recovery. I encourage you to nominate someone you know. View all categories and nominate now at: https://www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/multicultura
10.01.2022 Great to have joined the Venerable Thich Phuoc Tan OAM, Minister for Prevention of Family Violence, Minister for Women and Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, Venerable Chi Kwang Sunim, Abbess of the Seon Centre and MC Di Cousens a member of Multifaith Advisory Group - for the launch of the project Faith Communities Supporting Healthy Family Relationships. Three Temples have been selected to pilot the project with the support of a Project Officer Jessica. The project includes th...e development of Family Violence Help Cards which contain information on identifying family violence, warning signs, information about the police, legal services and intervention orders as well as contact details for support services for women, children, and men - in English, Chinese and Vietnamese. The Minister emphasised that there's a lot more to do on this issue with multicultural communities, who are NOT the minority but part of the broader society. She is right. On both aspects.
09.01.2022 10 days straight with zero cases. Thank you and thank you for continuing your vigilance as we head towards a covid normal life. Below are more details of the easing of restrictions. Changes are as follows:... Household visits: can have up to 2 different adult visitors per day either together or separately. Masks on please. Religious gatherings & Ceremonies: Up to 50 outdoors and up 20 indoors plus a one faith leader (max 10 per group). No food sharing at this stage. Funerals: Up to 50 mourners outdoor. Indoor funerals up to 20 mourners. Outdoor community sport: Contact and non-contact sport allowed for children (18 & under). Non-contact sport allowed for adults. Fitness: Gyms and fitness studios allowed with groups of up to 10 in a space and 20 per venue. Equipment must be cleaned + covid Marshal. Hospitals & Care facilities: Visits allowed with one household for up to 2 hours per day. Hospitality: Cafes and restaurants allowed up to 40 patrons indoor and up to 70 outdoors. Recreation: Libraries, museums, cinemas, galleries, play centres and community centres open with capacity limits. Last Step also announced if case numbers remain ow, from 11.59pm 22/11/2020. Masks are still required for whenever you leave home. Please get tested immediately and isolate at home until you receive your results. Support available whilst in isolation www.dhhs.vic.gov.au /employee-isolation-payment-covid-19 For more information visit vic.gov.au/roadmap THANK YOU!!
09.01.2022 Talofa Lava (Samoan); Ml e lelei (Tongan); Bula (Fijian); Kia orna (Cook Island Mori); Halo (Vanuatu); Kia ora (Maori NZ); Mal ni (Tokelaun) Very impressed with the work of the The Pasifika Youth Workers Collective and the Pasifika Thrive and the Village Response Plan programs, led by Charis Mentoring. Also very impressed with VMC Youth Commissioner Khayshie Tilak Ramesh with her eloquent and genuine speech. ... We continue to see and be inspired by the work of communities on the ground in support of the people's needs today and their future tomorrow.
09.01.2022 Dear friends near and far This is a song composed by my nephew Mick, a global citizen who put it together to support charity Reach Out Australia, a charity that supports teenagers and young people with mental health issues. As part of the "first wave" of second gen Aussies of Viet background, born from parents who came to Oz in the mid 1980s in their early 20s, Mick, like many in his generation, experienced lots - Stuff in schools, on the streets, in the workplace and also t...he added challenge of different outlooks in life between him and his family, his extended family termed generational conflicts by the experts. This is not new in any community, is completely relatable in every community who are settling into a new and very different home to what they knew or didn't know. I hope by sharing, we can better understand, appreciate and support each other. To Mick with love from auntie Viv. Mong c chia s bài hát ca cháu Mick. Kinh nghim ln lên ni quê hng mi trong nhng nm thp niên 80, nhng nm u hi nhp, là mt kinh nghim tht không d dàng cho c ba m ln con cái. Chân thành cám n các bn ã chia s kinh nghim sng ca mình h tr nhng ngi khác. https://youtu.be/EjVREJjK83g
08.01.2022 Deputy Commissioner Bwe Thay was featured in the news.. I know this is nothing new for Bwe but just a note to express my appreciation for having Bwe to work alongside the VMC in our work for the multicultural communities. https://www.swinburne.edu.au//swinburnes-bwe-thay-appoint/
06.01.2022 Thrilled to open nominations today for the Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence 2020. Each year, the awards provide us with a very special opportunity to honour individuals and organisations who work tirelessly to strengthen our diverse Victorian community. This year, it feels particularly important to acknowledge those working to strengthen multiculturalism and cross-cultural understanding. I encourage you to consider nominating an everyday diversity hero in your life.
03.01.2022 TODAY 11/11 @ the 11th HOUR Whilst we all take a moment to remember the men and women who served in WWI, we also send our wishes to their families and loved ones. Nothing will prevent us from remembering you and your sacrifices. Time does prevent us. Age will not prevent us. And indeed covid 19 will not stop us.... We also remember the men and women who served in all conflicts and peace keeping missions. And I send my prayers to the men and women who fought and died in the Vietnam War. I send my love and gratitude to the Vietnam Veterans and wish them the very best of health. Lest We Forget. Nhân ngày Remembrance Day 2020 xin dành mt phút tng nh n tt c nhng v anh hùng ã tham chin và hy sinh trong nhng cuc chin. Nh n các chin s quân i Hoàng Gia Úc ã hy sinh trong chin tranh Vit Nam, nh n nhng dân quân cán chính Vit Nam Cng Hoà ã hy sinh bo v t do cho min Nam Vit Nam. Và gn ây nht, xin nh n nhng cu quân nhân VNCH ã qua i trong mùa i dch này. Thiu tng Lê Minh o bên Hoa K. Trung tá Trn Vn Qun ti Melbourne, mt ngi mà tôi có dp làm vic trong cng ng trong nhiu nm qua. T Quc Tri Ân
03.01.2022 Congratulations to our new Deputy Chairperson, Bwe Thay. I am looking forward to working closely with Bwe in his new role. For someone who had the opportunity to call Australia home just over 10 years ago from difficult circumstances, his appointment is a testament of multicultural Victoria.
01.01.2022 Today on national R U OK Day, Youth Commissioner Khayshie Tilak Ramesh has a message reminding us that now more than ever it’s important to have conversations a...bout our mental health, and there are many resources available to support us through the challenges we’re experiencing. Start a conversation today with your family, friends, colleagues and peers... and keep the conversation going. For support visit: https://www.ruok.org.au/findhelp #ruokday #theresmoretosay
