Thank you everyone for the outpouring of love, condolences, visits and messages of comfort from all over Australia and around the world since the passing of our CEO Cornelia Babbage OAM. Beloved wife, mother and grandmother. A pioneer, leader in action, passionate advocate for multiculturalism. She stands as a true definition of positive change. Thank you to all who were able to make her unique farewell service centering around her family and her community. Forever cherished, always in our hearts. |
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Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Cornelia Babbage OAM. I had the opportunity to spend time with Cornelia earlier this year when I visited Multicultural Families Organisation Inc. and was blown away by her passion for improving the lives of migrants, refugees and particularly CALD women experiencing domestic & family violence. Her dedication and contribution to promoting diversity and belonging have left a lasting impact - she will greatly missed and I offer my condolences to all who knew and loved her. Charis Mullen MP |
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Multicultural Queensland Month kicks off 1 August, it is a month of learning, action and celebration, supporting and inspiring efforts to continue building a more inclusive multicultural Queensland From Cape York to the south-east corner, Queenslanders are encouraged to embrace diversity and build belonging during Multicultural Queensland Month. Multicultural Queensland Awards ceremony will be held on 23 August to recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements and contributions of Queenslanders who support and promote unity, harmony and inclusion. Minister for Multicultural Affairs Charis Mullen:
“Multicultural Queensland Month is a wonderful way to embrace our diversity. “The next four weeks will be full of activities, festivals and performances that showcase Queensland’s rich cultural diversity and demonstrate how we celebrate and welcome all people. “The month is an important part of our commitment to promoting unity, harmony and inclusion. “Our diversity makes us stronger, and all of us have an active role in ensuring Queensland continues to be a welcoming and inclusive community for everyone” |
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WAYFINDERS Choir performing at “First Light” to open BLEACH 2024 at Ed Hardy Park, The Esplanade, North Burleigh Aug 1st. Support Partner: Multicultural Families Organisation (MFO) Inc |
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August 2nd WAYFINDERS concert Broadbeach Cultural Precinct Throw a picnic rug down on the banks of Nerang River and let the soulful voices and enchanting sounds of the Pacific transport you on a musical journey across the water. Featuring a vibrant community choir composed of Pasifika members, converging together for the first time, BLEACH* presents a unique performance on a custom-built floating stage. This talented group includes participants from Samoa, the Cook Islands, Fiji, and Māori communities from across the Gold Coast and South East Queensland. Led by their gifted music leaders and featuring some of the most beloved and significant songs of their culture, this 60-minute concert will also showcase new works by Rubina Kimiia. Her compositions intricately weave contemporary and traditional language and sounds, paying homage to the rich culture and enduring belief systems of Pacific peoples. The Speakeasy Band/Bar from 5.00pm Us and All of This – at 5.30pm Wayfinders: A Pacific Journey at 6.30pm Playbook – 7.45pm Thanks to Rosie and team from PlaceMakers and BLEACH. Support Partner: Multicultural Families Organisation (MFO) Inc |
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Expression of Interest for multicultural stalls, community information stall and food stalls click on MFO website in "Events" Huge THANK YOU to Cassie for your tireless work over the last few years with GCMF and many other MFO events This event is supported by Queensland Government |
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Come along and celebrate with us in September the life and memory of our dearest Cornelia Babbage OAM at this community event for the whole family which was very dear to her heart. Our friends from Gold Coast Police will be there, they have launched their new Facebook page too. Click on pic below for link. |
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Our NDIS team attended a couple of exciting activities this month. Our Support Coordinators Sharee and Monica attended a Creative arts workshop with Heart2Art who deliver an excellent Art therapy program in Southport. If you are interested in undertaking any arts therapy, please feel free to contact us and we will happily introduce you to Todd and the team at Heart2Art. We also had another fantastic Big Night Activity and this time the MFO team along with 18 NDIS clients and carers of all ages attended Top Golf for an evening of hitting golf balls and socialising. It was an incredible evening of fun with everyone participating and having a go. If you would like to engage in any of our social activities, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will include you in our activity emailing list. If you or anyone you know would like more information on the NDIS or need to access NDIS supports, please do not hesitate to contact us any time. |
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It was a beautiful Saturday afternoon for the Queensland Multicultural Month (August) “Diversity Together” AFL function before the sellout QClash Gold Coast Suns v Brisbane Lions. |
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The late Cornelia Babbage OAM was acknowledged at the event and as one of the original Multicultural AFL Ambassadors she would have been proud that sports continues to be a leader for positive change. Always good to see our amazing Kizuna Taiko, Kusuma Indonesia Community Australia KICA, Paiti Entertainment and Brazilia Dance Group sharing culture with our wider community. |
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Thanks to Wendy, Jarrod and team from GC Suns and Abdullah for the work you do with AFL QLD, all the best in your new role. Wonderful to hear young Hadeel’s inspiring story and AFL career pathway so far. Representation from our Gold Coast CALD community, MFO, MCCGC, Multicultural Australia and Multicultural Affairs QLD enjoyed the reception and great networking opportunity. Lions came out on top this year, looking forward to AFLW this month kick off. Let's GO SUNS! |
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Multicultural Queensland Month 2024 - Diversity TogetherMulticultural Queensland Month is an opportunity for everyone across the state to connect, share, listen, learn and acknowledge that, while we may come from different communities and cultures, we all love living in Queensland. |
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Hosted by Multicultural Australia with support from MCCGC, the City of Gold Coast, Te Rangiaroha Incorporated, and GCMAGIC, this festival will light up the sky with stunning handmade lanterns. Saturday, August 24 at 2 - 7pm at HOTA, Home of the Arts (135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise) Experience a magical evening around the HOTA lake celebrating cultural diversity with breathtaking lantern displays, live music, and performances from across the globe. The festival will also feature a lantern-making workshop for children from 3pm to 5pm. Let’s unite in celebration and honour the rich cultural tapestry of our Gold Coast community. |
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2024 Gold Coast Titans NAIDOC Community Day run in partnership with Kalwun Health Corporation and Deadly Choices was celebrated through family, food, footy, musical and dance performances by local cultural groups and Indigenous cultural activities for kids and adults. The day featured local community, corporate and government organisations, cultural, educational, health focused stalls and players meeting with fans. Happy 30th anniversary Kalwun. This year's event marks a decade of cultural immersion by the Gold Coast Titans, with the club first holding a NAIDOC community day in 2015. www.naidoc.org.au |
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More Fantastic Opportunities |
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SQW is busy this month preparing for the following upcoming courses: Certificate III in Individual Support – Starts 16 September Certificate II in Business – Starts 2 September Certificate III in Driving Operations – Starts 28 August 2024 Paid Traineeship - Certificate I in Construction – Starts 16 September Certificate III in Pathology Collection – Starts 14 October
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After School Soccer Program on Mondays The Team at MFO’s Youth At Promise program have been excited to see the development of the free After School Soccer Program on Mondays during School Term. The program is run collaboratively by MFO, MCCGC & Ashmore PCYC and has had up to a dozen young people between 12 to 18 years of age from 3 different schools come along and play soccer between 3.30 & 5pm on Monday afternoons. For more information scan the QR code on the attached flyer. |
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Congrats to former Youth At Promise worker Prabhjot on your recent graduation, fantastic news, all the best in your future career pathways. Pictured with Steve and Sharee from MFO. |
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Wednesday, 07 August 2024 | 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM An event for everyone in our community who is doing it tough right now to meet their immediate needs and connect with ongoing support services. If you're struggling to pay rent or bills, need to move house, couch surfing, living in your car or experience homelessness, join us for hot food, live entertainment, activities and connecting with support services. Connect 2 Home | Homeless Connect brings together local Council, State Government, businesses, community groups and volunteers, to provide free services to a range of vulnerable community members, especially those experiencing homelessness. The day starts with a breakfast roll at 8am, with hot lunch served from 11:30am to 1pm, with by a one-stop venue of professional providers offering health and human support services including: All services are free of charge and provided within a caring and safe environment. |
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FEAR establishes the boundaries of our FREEDOM |
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MFO acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Custodians of this land, the Kombumerri People of the Yugambeh Language Region, and pay our respect to Elders past, present and emerging on this land we work and provide services. We extend respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture, community and country. | | |
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Crisis support In case of an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) for Police, Fire or Ambulance. |
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