ECCQ Newsletter May 2023 No images? Click here ![]() Aspire to be a voice of change
Welcome to the May edition of the ECCQ newsletter. In this edition you’ll find:
![]() Message from the CEONational Reconciliation Week is from 27 May to 3 June. This important week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. Reconciliation week is an opportunity to for all ... keep reading. ![]() Are you in a high-risk group? Get vaccinated for Mpox (Monkeypox)Since 1 January 2022, Mpox outbreak has affected 111 counties with 87, 301 confirmed cases and 130 deaths as of 2 May 2023...Keep reading Want to know more about Mpox in different languages? Click here. ![]() Conversations with a PsychologistIn May, our Hepatitis, HIV and Sexual Health Program Team held their second “Conversations with a Psychologist” with the Vietnamese community. With Brisbane South Primary Health Network, 60 people... keep reading Giving mum the gift of health on her special day and every day!Our Chronic Diseases team celebrated Mothers day with the Taiwanese Women League of Queensland for the Chinese community in... Keep reading. 10th Multicultural Seniors ExpoIn May our Multicultural Seniors Expo celebrated its 10-year milestone! Successfully organised by ECCQ's Multicultural Advisor, Thana Roysmith we welcomed... keep reading. ![]() IWAA's Annual Iftar 2023IWAA held its annual iftar dinner on Monday 17th April. It was a wonderful opportunity to come together and breakfast over a delicious and excellently prepared meal... keep reading ![]() BASE program“ECCQ BASE Program is the only and a unique traineeship program in QLD which helps university qualified migrants/refugees from CALD communities with Australian work experience and employment. ... keep reading ![]() Have your say, changeThe federal Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights is currently holding an Inquiry into Australia’s Human Rights Framework. Join us at one of the online consultations below, or complete our survey to have your say. ![]() 10th Diversity and Inclusion ForumWhen: 8 June 2023, 8:30am-2:30pm For more information, email Marcela Fischer or call 0432 322 154 Explore the event program here. Upcoming events and programs2023 Mabo OrationWhen: 2 June 2023 ![]() FREE Carers retreat for CALD CarersWhen: 7 June 2023, 9.30am-4.30 pm Songs of Hope 2023 with Casey DonovanWhen: 6 June 2023, 7:30pm ![]() Masquerade Gala Presented by Friends with DignityWhen: 3 June 2023 Opportunities to have your saySeeking migrants who own or work in small businessesEthnolink, a multicultural communications agency, is seeking migrants who own or work in small businesses (<20 employees) or are planning to start one to take part in an important research project. Your participation will provide valuable insights into CALD small business owners and intenders' experiences and needs in Queensland. This will help develop targeted support and resources for CALD communities. Participate in a 45-minute interview via Teams, Telephone or Zoom in English and receive a $150 digital Coles gift voucher sent via email. Email to join the study or complete this form if you know someone who fits the criteria. Resources and information for community![]() Translated resourcesR U OK? encourages people to stay connected and have conversations that can help others through difficult times in their lives. R U OK? is something everyone can get involved in, click here for translated resources. Multilingual Glossary of School-Based TerminologyThe Queensland University of Technology have developed an online ‘Multilingual Glossary of School-Based Terminology’, available here. This website provides a multilingual glossary of school-based terminology in English and four key community languages: Arabic, Kurdish Kurmanji, Portuguese, and Swahili. This website presents the multilingual glossary as well as an overview of the research study and the processes of developing the glossary. In addition, a list of online resources is provided which will be useful for the Queensland Department of Education, school systems, schools, and community organisations in their communication with multilingual students and their families. ![]() |