Community Refugee Welcome Centre in Lilyfield, New South Wales, Australia | Community centre

Community Refugee Welcome Centre

Locality: Lilyfield, New South Wales, Australia

Address: 504 Wharf Road 2040 Lilyfield, NSW, Australia

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24.01.2022 Lockdown doesn’t stop creativity. Watch how our participants using their skills at home to make great things! More to come! #communityrefugeewelcomecentre

24.01.2022 So wonderful to see Sophie and other Syrian women- amazing members of our Welcome Centre- creating positive change in Australia and beyond!

24.01.2022 Unleash your creativity with puppetry and filmmaking workshops! Tickets are limited so secure your spot today!

23.01.2022 Were excited to launch our Facebook page! Please feel free to invite your friends to join the page to stay in the loop with upcoming events that will be taking place at the Community Refugee Welcome Centre.

22.01.2022 #storiesofwelcomecentre A Day to Remember... "What a delight and joy it was to be part of the St Columba's Primary School staff group who visited the Centre a couple of weeks ago as part of their staff development. They came along to meet and make friendships with new members of our Inner West Community. With great food (a wonderful morning tea supplied by the School, and Syrian and Persian food prepared by the volunteers for lunch). music, dancing and lots of fun - it was e...asy to join in together and meet new people. One highlight was the craft activity - decorating friendship stones with messages of goodwill. At the end of the day we exchanged our stones. I will always treasure my stone... in both English and Farsi it says "Peace". The day can be summed up by one little boy who implored us, Please dont put away the party." Written by a local participant/ Volunteer- Fay Hair (This beautiful day was also Fays initiative). St. Columbas Catholic Primary School Leichhardt North#communityrefugeewelcomecentre See more

22.01.2022 Dont miss out this amazing exhibition!

22.01.2022 So proud of Elham Marvi one of our main contributor at Welcome Centre! She has been featured as an Inner Wests creative of the month. If you wanna make yourself more familiar with her artistic journey, please read below! https://www.innerwest.nsw.gov.au//local-creati/elham-marvi

21.01.2022 Thank you for coming to the first day of our beautiful Ghahve Khune- Persian Coffee House- It was a great success! We had a full house and very positive feedback! Don't miss out on the last day of our café tomorrow 11 am to 5 pm. Photo by Damon AMB #Edgeinnerwest #communityrefugeewelcomecentre

20.01.2022 The TAFE Statement in Education and Employment course commences this Friday! Learn about vocational training options, workplace practices and improve your English language and communication skills. The course is free and runs on Fridays, 11am-2pm at the CRWC, 504 Wharf Rd, Lilyfield. 9 August - 6 Dec with a 2 week break on 4th and 11th October. Contact Moones Mansoubi for more details: [email protected]

20.01.2022 We are calling on the Champions of Social Justice to support the Community Refugee Welcome Centre continue its vital work in 2020! Could you be a Champion for the Community Refugee Welcome Centre? Sign up via the link below or you can simply donate to the cause.

19.01.2022 We are really thankful of RACS - Refugee Advice and Casework Service and Sarah Dale, the principal solicitor, for coming to the Welcome Centre yesterday! Sarah provided legal advice to our participants- those who were previously detained on Nauru- in regard to US settlement offer. They have been given only ten days to make their decision. After the session, the group got a clearer idea and better understanding of the process, current policies and their options. It relieved their frustration and eased their mind. What a quick and positive response from our friends at RACS! #communityrefugeewelcomecentre

19.01.2022 Want to make your passion your future career? Want to learn how to communicate in an Australian workplace? Then sign up for the TAFE Statement in Education and Employment, running on Fridays 11am-2pm, starting 9 August. In the course you'll be introduced to vocational training options, work place practices, explore creative community projects and develop your English language and communication skills.

17.01.2022 Today marks International Human Rights day and we are so proud and privileged to launch our music video, "The Melody of Humanity" on this day. Let's hope for a world without any inequality and injustice! The Melody of Humanity is beyond skin colour The melody of Humanity traverses imaginary borders Every morning, the sun rises for freedom and peace Every moment, the human heart beats fro dignity and justice... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAtNX_0fW6o Video: Ali Rezvani #communityrefugeewelcomecetre #HumanRightsDay2020 See more

17.01.2022 We are thrilled to announce our Refugee Week event in online now! Check it out here and enjoy stunning and fascinating contributions of our participants! https://www.innerwest.nsw.gov.au//events-in-d/refugee-week In partnership with Inner West CouncilThe Refugee Art Project The Third Space... #Refugeeweek #Refugeeweek2020 #YearOfWelcome

17.01.2022 #storiesofwelcomecentre Feng Shui at the Welcome centre Leaning against mountains and Facing water is considered by Feng shui masters to be auspicious and can bring good luck. I am not a follower of Feng Shui, but I was reminded of this principle a few weeks ago at the Refugee Welcome Centre in Callan Park. One of the regular creative people who attend the centre has a name that sounds like magic, which is how I remember his name. And he creates magical things. He is an e...ngineering wizard. With his broad smile he is always eager to share stories and show photos of his latest creations. He most certainly thinks outside the box. A few weeks ago, he was sharing with me his regret at not having access to the necessary machinery to complete his current masterpiece project. I asked him if he knew about Mens Sheds, they are magical places where men gather to create, mend things and support other community groups. My husband belongs to one, so I suggested that my new friend should check it out the next time they are open. He wondered if they would have the have the right equipment. Oh, they are bound to' I replied,' Im sure 2 widows a week turn up asking for help in emptying their garages! I suggested that he pay them a visit and ask for my husband who would show him around & explain membership. The next Saturday my husband came home from the shed and told me how thrilled was this potential new member upon visiting the Mens shed. Later I heard from a member of the Centre that my wizard friend had mentioned our conversation saying whenever I come here something magical happens, this place is magic That was when I recalled the Feng Shui principle about Mountain and Water. There isnt exactly a mountain behind the Centre, but walking home on a hot summers day, its a pretty steep hill. And the waters of the harbour in Iron Cove hold a special attraction for runners, cyclists, walkers, and our Friday members who love to walk beside the water, take in the view, the trees. They absorb the sense of the place with joy & pleasure. We are all happier people for being at the Welcome Centre! Elizabeth Mulrennan 2019 #communityrefugeewelcomecentre See more

15.01.2022 What a wonderful celebration of all the mothers! A great day of feasting, dancing and pampering at the Community Refugee Welcome Centre. Many thanks to all our wonderful volunteers who cooked, served and decorated, and to the mums and friends who made the day such a success.

14.01.2022 Wanna explore Iranian and Afghan culture in Sydney Inner West? Come and enjoy Pesian food, poetry, music, tea and lots of more! This family friendly event showcases the artistic contribution of newcomers to their new home. The project is in partnership with our firends at The Refugee Art Project and supported by Inner West Council Look forward to see you all!

13.01.2022 My Plate Your Plate Keen to learn new food from other cultures and share your favourite recipe? This project is designed for you! Mondays 11am to 2 pm at CRWC starting next week (24th Feb). Bring along your favourite recipe that has a connection to your life, or your culture. You will be asked to share a short story about the recipe (e.g your name, a little bit about yourself, how the recipe relates to your life, who taught you the recipe, when you make it what does it make ...you think of, who do you make the food for, any stories you have about the food, whats special about it and any special methods or ingredients). You will also be asked to provide a list of ingredients needed and also asked to show the group how to make the plate of food you have chosen. At the first session we will look at all the recipes and decide what week they will be made. Please choose a recipe that you feel comfortable cooking and that is easy! The stories will be collected on a recording device and shared for people to enjoy once the workshops are completed. The stories may be published online or used at events for people to listen to. #communityrefugeewelcomecentre To register please email: [email protected] [email protected]

12.01.2022 Highly recommended! Damon is a contemporary and great artist! His artworks reflect the depth of his thoughts and the uniqueness of his artistic spirit. So proud that he is a part of our community, he facilitates workshops, documents our programs and is a good friend of all our participants. #communityrefugeewelcomecentre

11.01.2022 We can't wait to see you all at our beautiful Ghahve Khune in the heart of the stunning scenery of Callan park! The Cafe is operating from 11am to 8 pm on Satur...day, and 11 am to 5pm on Sunday with lots of delicious food, coffee and tea! Saturday and Sunday: 11am-12 noon: Zumba for children 12 noon - 3 pm: Performances and workshops for everyone! Saturday 5:30 pm- 8:30 pm: An assortment of Persian short film by Persian Film Festival more details: https://www.innerwest.nsw.gov.au//edge-balmain-21-to-24-no Photo credit: @damonamb

11.01.2022 Shrug off the winter blues with some free family fun at tomorrows New Beginnings Festival at the Community Refugee Welcome Centre!

09.01.2022 Thanks to our friends at SSI for being a part of our Mother's Day event - a first in Australia for some of our guests, and the first Mother's Day for the Community Refugee Welcome Centre! https://www.ssi.org.au//1485-newly-arrived-refugees-celebr #mothersday #CommunityRefugeeWelcomeCente #community #refugees

08.01.2022 Among the dogwalkers and cyclists on Sydney's Bay Walk, youll find groups of newly arrived refugees enjoying the sunshine in a part of the city not typically a...ssociated with refugee settlement. Theyre here to visit the Community Refugee Welcome Centre, a community space provided by Inner West Council that is underpinned by a partnership with SSI. Read more about it in the latest issue of Federation of Ethnic Communities' Councils of Australia - FECCA's Mosaic: https://bit.ly/2x9ZC9n

08.01.2022 A flashback to last year, our incredible pop-up installation of Ghahve Khune in Nov 2019 as part of the IW Edge Festival, where the community got together and enjoyed a multimedia, multi-sensory art, sound and performance installation over three days. So grateful of our contributors and participants! Check it out here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkOqXXjB81M... Videography: Damon Amb In partnership with The Refugee Art Project and The Third Space #communityrefugeewelcomecetre #community #persian

07.01.2022 Don’t miss out this amazing exhibition!

07.01.2022 A wonderful celebration of music, dance, food and art at todays New Beginnings festival at the Community Refugee Welcome Centre. #newbeginningsfestival #refugee week

07.01.2022 Want to know more about the origins and activities of the Community Refugee Welcome Centre? Find out in this lovely article, The value of welcome. http://fecca.org.au//20/06/FECCA-mosaic-ISSUE-51_WEB-1.pdf

06.01.2022 Lockdown doesnt stop creativity. Watch how our participants using their skills at home to make great things! More to come! #communityrefugeewelcomecentre

02.01.2022 You're invited to come to a special day at the Community Refugee Welcome Centre on Friday 16th August. Staff from St Columba's Primary School will be coming - and they would love to meet you! There'll be lots to do - belly dancing, a craft activity painting friendship rocks, as well as a chance to sit together and enjoy special Aussie homemade cakes. We'll be eating Persian and Syrian for lunch. Come along, meet some new friends and have fun at the Community Refugee Welcome Centre. Children are welcome.

02.01.2022 Don’t miss out visiting Peacock gallery and enjoy fabulous artworks by Mary. She has been an active member of our community at #communityrefugeewelcomecentre since she came to Sydney and participated and contributed to our workshops and events. So proud to see her flourishing! To see more artworks created by her, please visit our Refugee Week virtual exhibition curated by Damon Art Studio https://www.innerwest.nsw.gov.au//r/virtual-art-exhibition

01.01.2022 The Community Refugee Welcome Centre is excited to celebrate Refugee Week on Saturday 22nd June. Come and enjoy beautiful art, workshops, great food and live performances at lovely Callan Park. Don't forget to stop by from 11am-5pm for this free family event! #CommunityRefugeeWelcomeCente, #RefugeeWeek2019 #WithRefugees