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Victorian Multicultural Commission E-news19 November 2009

Welcome to the VMC E-newsletter. The VMCe-newsletter is a fortnightly service and is sent the first and third Thursdayof every month. All material is due by 5pm the day before and is best suppliedas a short paragraph containing name, date, venue, cost and short de_script_ionof the event. Please send information as text only. No flyers, pdfs orimages please.

GENERAL

Victorian Multicultural Commission communitygrants
The VMC's community grants program for 2010is now open. Grants are available in several categories including OrganisationalSupport, Strengthening Multicultural Communities, Buildings & Facilities,Education Programs and Multifaith & Interfaith Initiatives. Grant formsare available as a word document on our website and completed forms canbe sent to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Applications close: Thursday 18 December,2009.
Contact: For further information visitwww.multicultural.vic.gov.auor call the grant information line on 1300 558 181.

Viva Victoria 2010 ��� call for stallholderapplications
The VMC is currently seeking applicationsfrom Victorian-_base_d art and craft stallholders and food business-ownerswho are interested in participating in Viva Victoria on Sunday 14 Marchas part of Cultural Diversity Week 2010. Stalls and cuisine should representthe multicultural theme of the festival. This is a great opportunity topromote your business and share your culture at a large public event.
Applications Close: Monday 23 November2009, 5pm. A selection process will take place and applicants will be notifiedof the outcome by 11 December 2009.
Further information: For more informationand to download an application form, visit www.multicultural.vic.gov.auor email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

_expression_s of Interest Sought from SettlementService Providers
The Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA) isnow seeking _expression_s of interest from settlement service workers andservice providers interested in participating in a two-way exchange withAustralian Cultural Orientation trainers in early 2010. Throughout November,RCOA will be holding briefings for settlement service providers on theAUSCO program. The briefings will include presentations by participantsin the 2008-09 AUSCO Visiting Settlement Adviser Program and discussionson the role of cultural orientation in refugee settlement.
Further information: (02) 9211 9333or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Have your say about Australia���s Refugeeand Humanitarian Program
The Refugee Council of Australia is holdingnational consultations on the future of Australia���s refugee and humanitarianprogram. The consultations will explore a range of issues relating to thefunctioning of the program. The RCOA would also like to hear about positivecommunity initiatives developed to address challenges confronting refugeesestablishing their new home in Australia. Feedback will contribute to theRCOA���s submission to the Minister and Department of Immigration. Detailsare as follows:

Dandenong Consultation
When: Tuesday 24 November, 2009. Consultationwith service providers ��� 2:00pm-4:00pm. Consultation with refugee communitymembers ��� 6pm-8pm.
Where: Function Room, South EasternRegion Migrant Resource Centre, Level 1, 314 Thomas St, Dandenong.

Footscray Consultation
When: Wednesday 2 December, 2009.Consultation with service providers ��� 2:30pm-4:30pm. Consultation withrefugee community members ��� 6:00pm-8:00pm.
Where: AMES Rooms 3 & 5, 289 BarklySt, Footscray.

Geelong Consultation
When: Thursday 3 December, 2009. 12:30pm-3:00pm.
Where: Supper Room, Geelong West TownHall. 153 Pakington St, Geelong West.

RSVP: email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

If you cannot make it to the consultationmeetings, but would like to contribute your views, please contact the RCOAto arrange a phone interview. You can also email your thoughts to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Women���s leadership program grants
Non-profit community organisations can benefitfrom a new women's leadership grants program with grants between $2000and $20,000 available to build women's leadership skills and increase diversityamong Victoria's female leaders.
Contact: For more information or grantapplication forms, visit www.women.vic.gov.auor phone the Departmentof Planning and Community Development���s Grants information line 1300 366356 (cost of a local call) on any weekday between 8.30am and 10.00pm (exceptpublic holidays).
Applications close: November 30, 2009.

Multifaith Future Leaders Program
Applications are now open for the B'nai B'rithAnti-Defamation Commission's Multifaith Future Leaders Program. The Programis designed to engage young people (aged 18 to 26) of different faith backgroundsin learning news skills, exploring commonalities and making meaningfulconnections. The three day residential leadership workshop is scheduledfrom February 22-24, 2010 and is aimed at young people who view themselvesas future community leaders.
Contact: visit the website at www.antidef.org.auor phone 9572 5770

Interpreter Scholarships available (Dari,Dinka, Hazaragi and Tamil)
The Victorian Multicultural Commission isoffering scholarships to study emerging languages to students enrolledin the RMIT Diploma of Interpreting. In 2010, scholarships of $2,000 arebeing offered to speakers of the following languages: Dari, Dinka, Hazaragiand Tamil. This amount will cover the cost of course fees for a Government-fundedplace in the Diploma of Interpreting. NAATI paraprofessional accreditationcosts will also be covered for students who complete the course with agrade of 70% or higher.

How to apply: Visit www.multicultural.vic.gov.auand download an Interpreter Scholarship Program Application Form.Applicants must also complete an RMIT Direct Application Form whichcan be downloaded from www.rmit.edu.au/programs/applications/forms.
Applications close: The deadline forsubmission of both application forms is 7 January, 2010
Contact: For more information pleasecall Leah Bramhill (03) 9651 0675.

Monash University Professional Development& Internship Program (Translation and Interpreting)
Monash University is offering new professionalpractice modules for interpreters and translators from 2010, includingspecialised legal and health modules. Applications for the January/Februaryprogram are currently open. VITS Language_link_ is sponsoring a limited numberof bursaries for legal interpreting modules.
How to apply: Please refer to www.arts.monash.edu.au/translation-interpreting/prof-development.phpfor an Information Booklet and Application Form.
Applications close: Applications mustbe received no later than 15 December 2009.
Contact: Contact Shani Tobias This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it details.

Train as an interpreter and translator in2010
RMIT is currently recruiting for its NationalAccreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) approvedcourses. If you are fluent in any of the following languages and Englishyou may be eligible to apply: Diploma of Interpreting ��� languages offeredin 2010: Auslan, Dari, Dinka, Hazaragi, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Tamil.Advanced Diploma of Translating and Interpreting ��� languages offered in2010: Arabic, Auslan, Cantonese, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin,Vietnamese.
Contact: For further information call9925 2328 or visit www.rmit.edu.au/translatinginterpret
Direct applications: visit www.rmit.edu.au/programs/applications/forms

2010 Karen Home Lands Project seeking participants
The Centre for Multicultural Youth is staginga three year project called Home Lands. This is an internet project whereyoung people (ages 18-25) from refugee backgrounds in Melbourne have theopportunity to learn multimedia skills and communicate with other youngpeople overseas from their ���homelands���. The 2010 Karen Home Lands projectis open to new and past participants, and training will begin in November/December2009.
Project web page: http://www.culturaldevelopment.net.au/homelands/index.htm
Contact: Bree McKilligan, ProjectManager, 9340 3726 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Meet Fisheries Victoria
Come along on Sunday 6 December to Port MelbourneYacht Club from 1 pm until 3pm and meet Fisheries Victoria staff. Thisis a great opportunity to learn about Victoria's fisheries and have yoursay on how Fisheries Victoria can work with your communities to look afterour precious coastal and freshwater resources. Children are welcome. Interpretersand transport can be organised upon request.
When: 6 December 2009, 1pm -3pm
Where: Port Melbourne Yacht Club,Bay St, Port Melbourne VIC
Contact: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Participate in the Department of Transport���sReview of Bus Services
The Department of Transport has commenceda review of bus services in the City of Melbourne, the City of Port Phillipand the City of Yarra. The review includes an extensive consultation process.The review team is seeking input and feedback from local community members,local government and local transport operators.
Contactlease register your interest in the BusService Review with Raian Isaac on 9221 1952.

2010 Cancer nursing scholarships now open
The Chinese Cancer Society of Victoria Inc.announces the offer of two scholarships to nurses from a Chinese backgroundwho are interested in pursuing further studies in cancer nursing.
Applications close: 4 December, 2009.
Contact: Dorothy Yiu on 0411109919or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

New Multicultural Women's Magazine ��� UNEEKMagazine
UNEEK magazine is a multicultural women���smagazine for all Australian Women���. UNEEK aims to bring Australian womenand communities together by combining stories and articles from diversecultural communities into a single mainstream publication. UNEEK Magazinestrives to showcase how well multiculturalism is working in Australia,and how it can thrive and flourish as women further network together tomake gains personally, socially, cross-culturally and professionally.
Information: visit www.uneekmagazine.com.au/subscribe

Diversity in Health 2010 Conference
The Centre for Culture, Ethnicity & Healthis proud to present the Diversity in Health 2010 Conference in Melbourne.Diversity in Health 2010 will feature three major themes: Cultural integrityin service delivery; Right to health; and Modern multiculturalism. Thewill also feature several minor themes, representing key issues in diversityand health: Aged care; Cultural rights; Culture, health and sexuality;Language services; Mental health; Problem gambling; and Refugee healthand wellbeing.
When: 7 ��� 9 June, 2010.
Contact: phone 9342 9700 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Web site: www.diversityinhealth.com.au

Actors Wanted
Melbourne Playback Theatre Company is seekingmale and female actors with strong skills in improvisation. They are particularityinterested in actors aged 20-30, from culturally and linguistically diversebackgrounds.
Contact: Call 9690 9253 or submita resume, photo and cover letter outlining you interest, relevant experiencead availability to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

EVENTS

Lebanese Cedar Festival
Experience the richness of Lebanese culturethrough traditional music, dance performances, special talks and film screeningsin this one day festival. Learn the skills in playing touleh (backgammon),be captivated by roaming performers and relax over traditional Lebanesecoffee and sweets in our courtyard.
When: 22 November, 2009
Where: Immigration Museum, Old CustomsHouse, 400 Flinders St, Melbourne.

Living Together
A Celebration of Chinese, Greek and IndianCultures will be held at Caulfield Park, corner of Hawthorn and Balaclavaroads, Sunday November 29 between 12pm ��� 4pm. The day will include a marketplacewith food, & Art and Craft as well as entertainment on the main stagefeaturing dance and music performances from Meltemi, Tatva and the MelbourneChinese Children���s Choir, all this and art and craft workshops, rovingentertainment and giveaways makes it a day not to be missed.

When: Sunday November 29 between 12pm��� 4pm
Where: Caulfield Park, corner of Hawthornand Balaclava roads
More Information: www.gleneira.vic.gov.au

Breast Cancer Fundraiser BBQ
The Greek - Australian Recreational and InstructiveLeague of Victoria will be hosting a BBQ for the National Breast CancerFoundation. Come along with family and friends to also celebrate Christmas.
When: Sunday the 13th of December, 2009 from2:00pm til late
Where: Lynda Blundell Centre, 185 - 225 BlairStreet, Dallas (Broadmeadows). Parking is available.
Cost: Admission is $25.00. This includesthe BBQ, one complimentary drink, (B.Y.O welcomed if you require more drinks),coffee, sweets and live music
RSVP: 20th November, 2009 please call Argyroulaon 9338 0187 or Thekla on 9357 5284 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Mornington Peninsula Interfaith Festival
The Mornington Peninsula Interfaith Festivalbrings different faith traditions together in the spirit of peace. Thefestival will allow individuals and groups to learn more about each othersbeliefs and practices. In particular, traditions will demonstrate differentaspects of their faith through music, dance, art, food, workshops and talks.Bring along your entire family as there will be activities for the children.
When: 22 November 2009, 1:30pm till9:30pm
Where: Peninsula Community Theatre,Cnr Nepean Highway & Wilsons Road, Mornington VIC (Melways Ref: 145E2)
Information: Ring Annie on 0408 809673 or see www.interfaithfestival.com.au

Turkish Youth and Families Drug and AlcoholResearch Report Launch
Turkish Women���s Voice is Proud to presentthe launch of the Turkish Youth and Families Drug and Alcohol ResearchReport 2008. All are welcome. Lunch is provided.
When: Thursday 23 November, 2009 at10.00am ��� 2.00pm
Where: Hume Global Learning Centre,Pascoe Vale Road, Broadmeadows 3047.
RSVP: call Arzu Kayahan on 0425 750265 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Big West Festival
The Big West Festival, Melbourne���s premiercommunity-_base_d contemporary arts festival of the west, runs from 20-29November with ten days of events, music, installations, song, film andlive performance exploring life, the domestic, home, dispossession andpossession. Highlights include: The opening weekend shindig The Big Backyard,21 November at Maddern Square and Footscray Mall, an all day event withfilm, live music, installations and performance, plus the Heartland BigBand, featuring musicians from Ethiopia, Eritrea and North and South Sudan.
More information: Visit www.bigwest.com.aufor full program details.

Multicultural Centre for Women���s HealthSeminar Series 2009 ��� Mental Health and Wellbeing for Immigrant and RefugeeWomen
The final seminar for 2009 discusses theimpact of migration and resettlement on immigrant and refugee women���smental health and wellbeing. The mental health issues immigrant and refugeewomen face in their new environment and how they deal with them will bea feature of this session. Information about accessing linguistically andculturally appropriate services and what resources are available will furtherprovide participants with skills and knowledge relating to immigrant andrefugee women���s mental health and wellbeing.
When: Thursday 26 November 2009, 9:00am-2:00pm.
Where: Multicultural Centre for Women'sHealth. Suite 207, Level 2, Carringbush Building, 134 Cambridge Street,Collingwood.
Cost: $65.00 per person (includeslunch)
Contact: Dr Salma Al-Khudairi, on9418 0999 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Healthcare Chaplaincy Council of VictoriaMultifaith Seminar
Healthcare Chaplaincy Council of Victoriais holding a Multi-faith Seminar ��� ���Shaping and sustaining pastoral practice:the integration of faith traditions���. Pastoral Care practitioners fromIslamic, Jewish, Buddhist and Christian traditions will each share brieflyon how their spiritual tradition both shapes and sustains their practicein pastoral care. These presentations will be followed by some interactionwith participants and light refreshments.
When: Thursday 26 November 2009, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where: Ground floor lecture theatre,La Trobe University City Campus
Cost: There will be a charge of $5
Contact: Trish Fernley on 8415 1144or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Walking Humbly
Walking Humbly is a journey around Victoria'sMurray Darling Basin organised by Greenfaith Australia. It will be an amazingopportunity learn and share with various communities from Kinglake to Shepparton,Echuca, Castlemaine & Bendigo. You will be taken 'out bush' by YortaYorta Nations Aboriginal Community and experience and see things very fewoutside their own community get to see! It's going to be a very specialweekend. Places are very limited.
When: 27-29 November, 2009
Contact: information is availableonline at www.greenfaithaustralia.org

National Ethnic and Multicultural Broadcasters���Council Conference
Theme: Ethnic Community Broadcastingin a Changing World. Speakers and workshops at this year���s NEMBC Conferencewill explore how ethnic community broadcasting can respond to changingdemographics with new and emerging communities, an ageing population fromculturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the role of gender incommunity broadcasting, changes in the economy and the global recession,climate change, rapidly developing technology and the roll-out of digitalradio.
When: November 28-29, 2009
Where: Rydges on Swanston, Melbourne
Contact: (03) 9486 9549 or visit www.nembc.org.au

The 20th Annual Festival of Jewish Cinema!
To mark its anniversary, the 2009 Festivalof Jewish Cinema will present a retrospective of some of the most requestedfilms featured at past Festivals will screen alongside the best new featuresand documentaries from around the world.
When: 12 - 29 November, 2009
Where: ACMI cinemas, Australian CentreFor The Moving Image, Federation Square; The Classic cinema, 9 Gordon Street,Elsternwick
Bookings and information: 8663 2222 orwww.jewishfilmfestival.com.au

Australian GLBTIQ Forum ��� "Is My SexualityMore Important that My Culture or Religion?"
How do we cross, bridge and border our variousidentities and communities? How do we manage the tensions and contradictionsof our multiple allegiances? How do we celebrate the insights and joysthat come from our multiple identities? Join speakers in a lively forumand discussion of these issues.
When: Sunday 29 November, 2009, from1:00pm to 4:00pm
Where: VicAIDS Council, 6 ClaremontStreet, South Yarra
Cost: Gold coin donation
Contact: To register, visit the AGMCwebsite at www.agmc.org.au

9th Human Rights Oration
Muriel Bamblett of the Victorian AborginalChild Care Agency will be delivering this year's Oration, en_title_d: ���Practicalself-determination: The right(s) approach to addressing the unfinishedbusiness���. The Oration is Commission���s most significant annual event.It marks United Nations Human Rights Day and provides a platform for thediscussion of human rights as it applies to the everyday lives of citizens.The Attorney-General, The Hon Rob Hulls, will provide the opening address.There will also be a special dance performance by the Gunditjmara Karweeyngroup.
When: Tuesday, 10 December 2007, 12.30pm to 1.30 pm, followed by light lunch
Where: ZINC at Federation Square,Melbourne City
The Oration is a free event. However, registrationsare required by 30 November. Please RSVP early to ensure you have a place.
Registrations: Liam Fitzgerald, 92817167, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Website: http://www.humanrightscommission.vic.gov.au/oration/

The 570 giving tree: Books for children andyoung people living in out-of-home care.
Four years ago staff at the Office of theChild Safety Commissioner decided to start collecting books for Christmasto give to children living in care. Agencies supporting children in out-of-homecare are selected as a recipient of the collection so they can match thebooks with their children, either as a welcome gift when they come intoa new placement, as a Christmas or birthday gift or for a special effortor occasion. Please bring unwrapped new books suitable for childrenup to the age of 18 years to the Child Safety Commissioner���s Office onlevel 20, 570 Bourke Street up until Wednesday 16 December.
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Global Dialogue Foundation End of Year FundraisingEvent
Make a difference with a gift of giving.With your help, the Global Dialogue Foundation will send up to 40 tonsof critical medical and educational equipment to the poorest areas of India.The evening will include: three course meal, beverages, entertainment anddancing. There will be opportunity for silent auction and purchase of handmade fair trade Christmas gifts and produce.
When: Ivanhoe CricketClub, Chelsworth Park, Irvine Road, East Ivanhoe, Melway REF 31 G10
Where: Tuesday 15 December,2009, 6:30pm for 7:00pm
Dress: Formal evening
Cost: Tickets per guest:$75.00 (Tables of 10).
Bookings: Please phonegroup bookings in for seating arrangements. Call Genevieve on 0402341718,or Pauline on 9710 1891.

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Kind regards

Sarah Lawson | Administrative Assistant
Victorian Multicultural Commission
Level 3, 3 Treasury Place, East Melbourne, Victoria

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