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Welcome to the June edition of the ECCQ newsletter. In this edition you’ll find:
![]() Message from the CEOThe world is currently grappling with a multitude of global crises and conflicts, and Australia is no exception. This past month we have seen more than 500 migrants from Syria who are presumed to have drowned after their ship sank, the fragile peace in Sudan has erupted into violence with more than...Keep reading BASE Traineeships now openWe're seeking expressions of interest for the Building Australian Skills for Employment (BASE) Traineeships which offers Cert I in Workplace Skills. The BASE Program commences in August will includes a paid internship for 19 weeks. Click here for more information or email us to register your interest Volunteer Management and Community EngagementWhen: Saturday 22nd July 9am – 12pm Click here to register your interest If you would like to hear and share ideas for attracting and retaining community members to contribute their knowledge, time, energy and skills to their organisation, join us for this practical workshop. ![]() Strengthening Home Care through Cultural Diversity‘’Caring for our Seniors is perhaps the greatest responsibility we have. Those who walked before us have given so much and made possible the life we all enjoy" - John Hoeven In June we partnered with Council on the Ageing Queensland on a forum... keep reading ![]() Upcoming members meetingWe hope you can join us for our next members meeting. When Thursday 17th August 5:30pm ![]() We’re at your service - all across the stateDo you deliver Commonwealth Home Support (CHSP) in Queensland? Do you want to increase your reach into diverse communities? If this is you, then our Multicultural Advisory Service is what you need! Click here for full details on what our Multicultural Advisory Service can offer or email us to see how we can work with you
![]() 10th Diversity and Inclusion Forum in CairnsCongratulations to Multicultural Advisor Marcela Fischer from ECCQ's Multicultural Advisory Service (MAS) who organised the recent Forum in Cairns for its 10th year running! The forum was a buzz of open dialogue and information, bringing together attendees...keep reading
![]() A Culture of Care SymposiumMetro South Health’s Health and Equity team delivered the symposium ‘A Culture of Care’ late last month. The Symposium showcased the amazing work within the multicultural health sector across Queensland and gave opportunity to learn from each other and explore... keep reading Opportunities to have your sayEducators, have your say about racism in your schoolRacism is prevalent in Queensland schools and significantly impacts people, families and communities. Staff, students, parents and the wider school community are often unaware that race discrimination and vilification is unlawful and are seeking information and guidance about how best to manage and prevent racism. The Queensland Human Rights Commission has developed an online survey to gather information from educators in Queensland. This survey is anonymous and will help to shape the content of the resource that aim to develop to support educators and support staff in schools. Click here to access the survey. Domestic Violence SentencingThe Queensland Sentencing Advisory Council gives advice to the Attorney-General of Queensland Government, when asked to, about sentencing. They have been asked to review some aspects of sexual and domestic violence and sexual violence sentencing in Queensland. They will also review two important changes that were made to the law in 2015 and 2016 affecting sentencing for domestic violence offences in Queensland. This is your opportunity to have your say in sentencing in Queensland for perpetrators of domestic violence. The Queensland Mental Health Commission's 2023 Taking the Pulse surveyThe purpose of this survey is to gather your feedback to explore the views of people and organisations that influence and/or are affected by the Commission's work. Your input will assist in improving the Commission's operations, approaches and communications as it works to support better outcomes for all Queenslanders. To take part in the survey please click on this link, the survey will take approximately 7 minutes to complete and is anonymous. The combined results will be outlined in the annual report and your answers will not be linked to you personally. Participation is completely voluntary. For further information or enquiries please visit: Queensland Mental Health Commission; or stay connected via their Facebook page. Community NewsQueensland Community Impact Awards returning for 2023!Nominations close 14 July 2023 The Voice Referendum portal by SBS![]() SBS have created information and multilingual resources about the Voice Referendum - scroll down to access languages. The portal is a dedicated destination for all Australians to access news, information and multilingual resources about the Voice Referendum from across the SBS network, including National Indigenous Television (NITV). New Health Guide LaunchedA new Health Guide developed by Mater Refugee Health with support from Brisbane South PHN, reviews by multicultural communities and clinicians via the Refugee Health Network Queensland, in consultation with Queensland Health has been launched. Registrations are now open! This highly anticipated event will bring together advocates, policy-makers, leaders and community members to explore challenges and opportunities for advancement in multicultural health and wellbeing. There is NO evidence that HIV travel restrictions protect public health. In fact, they create barriers to access to services for people living with HIV and people at higher risk of HIV. Find out more Register to attend hepatitis C post-cure report launchThe Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society (ARCSHS) and the Gender, Law and Drugs (GLaD) research program at La Trobe University invites you to attend a forum where they will share findings from a three-year study, funded by the Australian Research Council, on people’s experiences following hepatitis C treatment, and the laws, policies and practices that shape stigma and discrimination after cure. The forum will bring together policymakers, lawyers, researchers, service providers and people with lived experience of hepatitis C. In-language tax time resourceTo help you prepare and lodge your tax return the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) have translated resources available. You can download the resources from the ATO publications ordering service here. Your tax return covers the income year from 1 July to 30 June and must be lodged by 31 October. Resources for Employers and Employees (in-language)The Fair Work Ombudsman offers free in-language webinars tailored for small business operators. Upcoming webinars is available here, in addition to useful tools. The Care WorkerWritten by Zoe Porter I wake them up, I get them dressed, ![]() |