Welcome to February MFO Newsletter 2024 Happy Lunar New Year. THANK YOU to City of Gold Coast Council, both sides of State / Federal Government and all the amazing emergency services and organisations all over the Gold Coast and beyond who continue to support our communities affected by the devastating weather experienced since Christmas Day and into the new year. Please stay connected, keep informed through the various channels of communication - radio - tv - online. We are in this TOGETHER. |
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Multicultural Families Organisation Inc (MFO) would like to acknowledge and thank everyone who has been involved with our amazing Global Village Store on the ground level of our offices in Southport which closed late January 2024. Thank you to every single person who came through to purchase something, donate and volunteer. |
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Global Village Store was more than a charity shop. It was a source of refuge, a meeting place to assist families and give a hand up during trying times, a venture that provided opportunities for our amazing volunteers to connect with customers from all walks of life especially during the very tough pandemic times. The store stocked unique brand new and almost new items, exotic global clothing and handicrafts all kindly donated with all proceeds used to support community. Needed to make a fashion statement at the next multicultural event? this store was the perfect stop. Watch this space for the next exciting phase that MFO will be providing service for in our community. |
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August 2019 we opened the store, it was so beautiful just watching it all come together and the amazing donations we received from customers and friends. So special. Big thanks to all the Volunteers, far too many to mention, special thanks to Pia for her volunteering and helping me pack the shop up. Thanks MFO for trusting me with the shop. We had fun times. Eileen Backhouse |
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When Numbers Matter A snapshot of the SARA support in 2023 This February SARA Program celebrates the seventh Birthday. As we remember our humble beginnings, we cannot thank enough the women who trusted us to support them, who shared with us the most intimate details from their lives, whom we cried and laughed with. Women, victim-survivors of domestic, family and sexual abuse continue to be our biggest teachers. They are holding a unique power, wisdom and expertise. As Women’s Advocate we listen to them, we make sure to tell them that we believe what they are saying. And we let them tell us what they need. Statistic is important to show us the sheer volume of the need for support and the small part that we played in assisting women and children towards safety. |
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The numbers from 2023 13092 is the number of our client contacts 1846 is the number of Safety plans 1195 is the number of Risk and safety assessments 900 is the number counselling contacts 1866 is the number of Referrals to external services How to get help: In an emergency phone the police Triple Zero (000) DV Connect: 1800 811 811 1800Respect (1800 737 732) During business hours: SARA on 0405 065 544 |
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More Fantastic Opportunities |
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I’m Vagner Nascimento and I have dedicated my career to the field of accounting. My professional journey began in Brazil, where I took on the role of a junior accountant in a small accounting firm. In 2011, I completed my bachelor’s degree in accounting. Driven by a desire for new challenges and adventures, I relocated to Australia to further enrich my accounting career. I pursued a master’s degree in accounting and business administration at Holmes Institute in Gold Coast, solidifying my commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. Beyond realm numbers and financial statements, I am a quiet achiever who finds immense joy in the serenity of the ocean. My passion for surfing adds an extra dimension to my life, reflecting my appreciation for both professional excellence and personal fulfilment. MFO welcomes Vagner to our Acountancy team. |
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Look at this amazing selection of original paintings kindly gifted by talented artist Fatima, one of our NDIS participants. |
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MFO congratulates Wisam on his graduation with Bachelor in Engineering (Honours) / Business. Beautiful occasion for his parents, siblings, friends, families and his community to celebrate, honoured to attend and wish you all the best for the future. Read his family’s courageous and inspirational journey to Australia in the booklet “Finding Home” available from MFO. |
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MFO hosted a group of youngsters near the end of the school holidays for intensive swimming lessons. A huge thank you to Mudgeeraba Aquatic Centre for all the fun in the pool and for helping to give our kids the skills and confidence to swim safely! Welcome back to all students and teachers for the first school term. |
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Monday: Primary Homework Support at Southport Library Tuesday: Primary and High School Homework Support at Southport Library NOTE: Limited spaces only, please contact homework@mfor.org.au |
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Women’s Office Update 2024 is shaping up to be another exciting year of programs that are focused on empowering CALD women by teaching them new skills, preparing them for the Australian workplace, supporting them with their English literacy and computer skills, helping them to expand their social support network and a providing a safe space for them to explore their creativity. |
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The Multicultural Women’s Friendship Group will be starting again from Wednesday 7 February and sewing group beginning from Monday 12 February. We have also commenced the WE EARN women’s employment program that provides support with practical skills to gain employment in the Australian workplace. For any enquiries or registrations please email Rana on rana@mfo.org.au. |
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MFO is looking forward to hosting 2024 Gold Coast Multicultural Festival in September with amazing local community performers like the amazing BRASILEIRINHAS dance group, alongside our local community services and organisations. Thanks to Queensland Government for continued support. Watch this space! |
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Esuarve are giving away a Tiny Home valued just under $100,000 to a youth service that helps youth struggling with homelessness. This home will be built by the participants of the current Big Brother Program and will be a huge positive for the community. Esuarve will announce the winner on the 22nd March and deliver the home on the 25th March! Everything Suarve Inc is a Not For Profit Organisation offering Alternative Learning Programs for young people referrals@esuarve.com.au |
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LibrariesWelcome to City of Gold Coast Libraries, which operates 13 branch libraries and a mobile library service. |
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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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