The Victorian Multicultural Commission extends a heartfelt thanks and appreciation for the amazing work that individuals, organisations and communities have undertaken during this most challenging year.
Message from the Chairperson
This year we have faced many challenges and in these times of adversity we found resilience, collaboration and leadership. I share my reflections on 2020 and our strategic priorities for 2021.Last week we celebrated the 2020 Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence, which was broadcast on C31 and live streamed on our Facebook on Wednesday 16 December. We hope you enjoyed the broadcast and if you missed it, please visit our Facebook page to watch.
The overwhelming response of nominations this year has reflected not only the difficulty of the past year but also the spirit of Victorians to band together and support each other during these difficult times. I offer my sincere congratulations and gratitude to not only those who have been highly commended and the winners of specific categories but to all who were nominated.
As we continue to have zero days of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Victoria, I would like to thank everyone for their ongoing commitment to keeping our community safe. Please continue to get tested so we can enjoy a COVID-Safe new year. Below are links to translated materials to help us stay safe while celebrating during the festive season.
We're also sharing information on the culturally and linguistically diverse youth content campaign that is seeking proposals from young Victorian creators to develop content to promote COVID-Safe behaviours.
Enjoy the Festive Season. Commissioners, staff and I look forward to collaborating with you in 2021.
Stay well and look out for each other,
Viv Nguyen, Chairperson
Reflections from the Chairperson
In times of adversity we found resilience, collaboration and leadership. Our Chairperson, Viv Nguyen, shares her reflections on 2020 and strategic priorities for 2021.Read the reflection
Translated materials - festive season
As 2020 comes to a close, we need to remember to stay safe while celebrating with our family and friends. That means following the restrictions, especially when we gather in big groups, and looking out for one another.Download the translated materials and share this important information with your networks.
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) youth content campaign
The Victorian Government is supporting young people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to amplify their voices and encourage COVIDSafe behaviour during our road to recovery. Funding between $2,000 and $20,000 is available.The CALD Communities Taskforce invites proposals from young Victorian creators from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to develop and produce content that will inspire and reinforce the COVID-Safe behaviours.
Mentorship from industry professionals and a series of free workshops will be available to all applicants to help plan and develop the creation and distribution of their work.
To find out more about this opportunity, potential applicants are encouraged to join the free virtual information session at 12.30pm on Thursday 14 January 2021.
A stakeholder kit is provided below for sharing promotional resources with your networks.
Coronavirus hotline
- Coronavirus hotline: 1800 675 398 (24 Hours).
- Interpreting service: If you need an interpreter, call TIS National on 131 450.
- Testing locations: Find a testing location near you.
- Triple Zero: Please keep Triple Zero (000) for emergencies only.
- Coronavirus in-language information
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Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC)Address: Level 3, 1 Macarthur Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Tel: (03) 9651 5901
Email: contact@vmc.vic.gov.au
Website: www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au