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Victorian Multicultural Commission

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 7005 1267

Address: Level 3,1 Macarthur Street 3000 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: https://www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au

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25.01.2022 A celebration of light over darkness Diwali is the biggest event of the year. While we may need to celebrate differently, there has never been a more important time to celebrate the good. This year, it’s safest to celebrate outdoors. Remember, there are restrictions on outdoor gatherings and the number of people allowed in your home. Victoria - enjoy Diwali, you deserve it.... But please remember to stay safe Find out more at coronavirus.vic.gov.au/language See more

24.01.2022 Are you someone from our diverse communities who could be an outstanding media spokesperson or commentator? The Judith Neilson Institute and Media Diversity Australia have launched a new initiative to help give you a voice. Apply now: https://jninstitute.org/news/apply-now-community-voices/ #communityvoices #mediadiversity

22.01.2022 Our Deputy Chairperson Bwe Thay, will be the special guest this Friday afternoon on the Chai, Chat and Community podcast:

22.01.2022 Funding of up to $2,000 is available to multicultural seniors’ groups to support their members and build stronger connections with their communities during coronavirus (COVID-19). Online applications are open to first time applicants (e.g. newly formed multicultural seniors’ groups) or groups that have not received funding from the Department of Premier and Cabinet recently. Applications close 19 November 2020. The Department of Premier and Cabinet (DPC) will send offers of funding directly to existing multicultural seniors’ groups who have recently received funding and have established eligibility under Multicultural Affairs seniors funding programs. To find out more and apply: https://bit.ly/2J4yem5

22.01.2022 Did you know that Services Australia (which includes Centrelink) has a website specifically for migrants, refugees and visitors? You can visit their website and also subscribe to their newsletter to receive regular updates here - https://bit.ly/37OYI5B

19.01.2022 Are you a small business looking to build your digital capability? The $20 million Small Business Digital Adaption Program is now open to help small businesses, sole traders and micro businesses build digital capability in their day-to-day operations. Eligible businesses will be able to trial and then receive access to digital products, tools and training such as website and e-commerce tools. For more information: https://bit.ly/38WGTBU

19.01.2022 Are you doing your 2019/20 tax return yourself? The Australian Taxation Office has developed translated tax time guides in up to 19 languages to help you complete it by 31 October. The resources include help for your first tax time, how to get free help to do your tax return and steps to make doing your tax return easier. Find out more: ato.gov.au/TaxTimeResources

18.01.2022 Today marks the beginning of NAIDOC Week 2020, and this year’s theme is Always Was, Always Will Be. We recognise that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years and are spiritually and culturally connected to this country. Always Was, Always Will Be acknowledges that hundreds of Nations and cultures have covered this continent. ... We encourage all Australians to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the oldest continuing cultures on the planet. Find out how you can get involved this week: www.naidoc.org.au/get-involved/naidoc-week-events #NAIDOC2020

18.01.2022 In a year that has kept us all very close to home, the Melbourne Fringe Festival is crossing national and international borders with a curated program of work from Taiwan, as well as a line-up of shows and artists from diverse backgrounds. The CALD Guide to Fringe is your one-stop shop for the incredible collection of Fringe art being made by and with culturally and linguistically diverse artists, from right across the Festival and in every artform you can imagine. On until the end of November. Explore the program now: https://melbournefringe.com.au/guide-/cald-guide-to-fringe/

17.01.2022 Are you looking to volunteer to provide support to community organisations responding and recovering from emergencies such as coronavirus (COVID-19)? The Victorian Government has invested $800,000 to make it easier and safer for Victorians to volunteer via the weVolunteer portal a new state-wide volunteer portal. Potential volunteers who register their interest via weVolunteer will receive alerts for a range of opportunities to address their interests and local needs, as roles become available. To learn more and apply, visit https://www.wevolunteer.org.au/

17.01.2022 Join Centre for Building Better Community tomorrow 30 October to hear from our Chairperson Viv Nguyen - Victorian Multicultural Commissioner and a number of guest speakers on what recovery and rebuilding means post coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Registrations are free: https://bit.ly/3mCKmcN

13.01.2022 The parliamentary inquiry into Victoria’s COVID-19 contact tracing system will begin taking evidence during November. This is a chance for your voice and experience with Victoria’s contact tracing system to be shared and heard to ensure we have the best possible COVID-19 system so we can all stay COVID safe in the months ahead. Submissions can be made via an online form available at parliament.vic.gov.au/contacttracinginquiry. Submissions need to focus on COVID-19 contact tracing and testing. Hearings to be conducted by the Legislative Council Legal and Social Issues Committee will be held from 16 November.

13.01.2022 Even if your symptoms are mild, of you’ve been tested before, every test helps. If you have any symptoms, get a free test and stay home until you get your results. You don’t have to be an Australian citizen or permanent resident. Support payments are available for workers who need to self-isolate. For translated information, visit coronavirus.vic.gov.au/translations

11.01.2022 Victoria Police is encouraging African Australians to apply for the Victoria Police Diversity Recruitment Program. Victoria Police is seeking to reflect the cultural diversity of the Victorian community as its workforce undergoes significant expansion. To help increase its workforce diversity, Victoria Police is partnering with Africause, Jesuit Social Services, Victoria University Polytechnic, AMES Australia, MatchWorks, and Maurice Blackburn Lawyers to offer the opportunity to participate in the Victoria Police Diversity Recruitment Program. Applications close 23 November for the 15-week course which includes mentoring and support from African-Australian community leaders. www.victoriapolicediversity.org.au

09.01.2022 Join Faith Communities Council of Victoria for a Q&A forum with Professor John Catford, specialist health adviser to the Victorian Government, on 15 November. You’ll hear about the challenges faith communities are facing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the important role they can play during this difficult time. Register now: faithinpandemictimes.eventbrite.com.au

09.01.2022 Victorian Department of Health & Human Services have prepared information sheets for seasonal workers (fruit and vegetable pickers and packers) on coronavirus (COVID-19) testing. The information is available in English, Khmer, Italian, Vietnamese, Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Punjabi and Albanian. Access here: https://bit.ly/33ez5Xk Additional information is available on industry guidelines, COVIDSafe Plans and workplace directions in English. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2UiQsTj

09.01.2022 Small business tenants and landlords can now access the Victorian Small Business Commission’s latest rent relief advice in English, Simplified Chinese, Arabic and Vietnamese. These new fact sheets explain the support provided under the Victorian Government’s Commercial Tenancy Relief Scheme, which aims to ease financial hardship faced by tenants and landlords as a result of the pandemic. Learn more: https://bit.ly/36qxm3n

05.01.2022 Are you aged 1825 and living in Victoria? The CALD Communities Taskforce wants you to complete a short survey about your experiences during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The information you provide will help the Victorian Government understand how young people access, understand and act on coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions, information and support. Survey responses are completely anonymous, and participants will receive a $20 gift card from a retailer of their choice for completing the survey. For more information and to complete the survey: https://bit.ly/36Vp4k4

05.01.2022 If you're in any of these areas, it's important you are alert to symptoms of coronavirus (#COVID19). Do you have a mild fever, cough, sore throat or runny no...se? Are you a little bit short of breath? Has your sense of smell or taste changed? Do you have a slight chill or light sweats? If you said yes to any of these questions, get tested today, then go straight home. Find out more about what to do: https://go.vic.gov.au/R7KcW5

04.01.2022 Small to medium organisations in Melbourne’s West are encouraged to sign up for VolBoost a free training and support program, presented by Volunteer West, to improve volunteer management and adapt to meet coronavirus (COVID-19) safety standards. Expressions of interest are now open and close Friday 6 November. https://bit.ly/2HDzg8A

03.01.2022 Join the Vietnamese Community in Australia: Victorian Chapter next Tuesday for an expert panel discussion about mental health in Asian communities - the stigma, getting support, and empowering yourself and those around you.

03.01.2022 Happy #Diwali to all Victorians celebrating this year’s Festival of Lights! With the easing of restrictions, we hope you find ways to unite and connect while being safe. Thank you to our community leaders for sharing how they’re celebrating Diwali. Have a joyous and peaceful celebration!

03.01.2022 The Victorian Government’s Sole Trader Support Fund provides extra support to eligible non-employing sole trader businesses to cope with the impacts of the coronavirus (COVID-19) shutdown restrictions. Around 30,000 businesses will receive a grant of $3,000. To find out if you are eligible and how to apply, including in-language information, visit www.business.vic.gov.au//business/sole-trader-support-fund

02.01.2022 Eastern Volunteers has established a centralised volunteer bank of both volunteers and paid staff who can no longer work due to coronavirus (COVID-19). They’re helping match willing volunteers with local councils’ emergency management teams and other not-for-profit agencies to help deliver vital services to those who are isolated and vulnerable in our community. To find out more and get involved, visit: ... https://easternvolunteers.org.au/covid19-volunteer-bank/ See more

02.01.2022 The Centre for Multicultural Youth hosts year-round training in culturally responsive practice and youth settlement designed to explore and develop the essential skills and knowledge required for effective work with young people from diverse backgrounds. The next session takes place November 12, for more information and to register head to www.cmy.net.au/training-and-events (Image: Harjono Djoyobisono/CMY)

02.01.2022 Are you between 15-25 and working or studying in a creative field (or hope to one day)? The Victorian Government is developing its next creative industries strategy and wants to hear from you. Help inform the state's creative industries investment and priorities for the next 4 years by completing a short survey. www.engage.vic.gov.au/creative-strategy

02.01.2022 Multicultural Centre for Women's Health has added new translated health resources in several languages to their Multilingual Library Online Catalogue including mental health videos, safe use of medicine fact sheets and cervical screenings booklets. Find the resources here: https://www.mcwh.com.au/multilingual-library-catalogue/