Topics
- VIC | GOV | UPDATING | Pandemic Response
- VIC | GOV | QR CODING | New laws: Get all the details on the Victorian Government QR Code Service
- AUST | GOV | INOCULATING | COVID-19 Vaccines: Vaccination toolkit and new webpage for disability providers
- AUST | GOV | INOCULATING | COVID-19 vaccinations are underway – get the details in your language of choice
- AUST | MFO | TRANSLATING | My body, my consent: Important sexual violence fact sheets in several languages
- VIC | GOV | TRANSLATING | Play it safe by the water! Swim safety messages in six languages
- VIC | GOV | ANNOUNCING | New rules for renters and landlords in Victoria
- VIC | GOV | SPV | VACANCY | The Suitability Panel is seeking new members
- VIC | GOV | VACANCY | Apply to join the Anti-Racism Taskforce
- MELB | MECM | FUNDRAISING | Myanmar community day at Docklands | Sunday 2 May 2021 | 2-5pm
- VIC | VMC | Victorian Refugee Awards | nominations closing Sunday 2 May 2021
- CoPP | GOV | VACANCY | Multicultural Advisory Committee | nominations now open, closing 7 May 2021
- VIC | GOV | GRANTING | Priority response to multicultural communities during coronavirus (COVID-19) | closing 28 May 2021
- VIC | GOV | GRANTING | Volunteering Innovation Fund Round Two | applications close 6 May 2021
- VIC | GOV | GRANTING | Extended Support For Clubs, Associations And Leagues
- VIC | GOV | GRANTING | Latest Round Opens For Emergency Volunteers
- VIC | GOV | TRAINING | National Principles for Child Safe organisations – Free training for local community organisation | Tuesday 11 May 2021 | 10am–12midday
- VIC | SSBR | WEBINAR | Victorian Law Week: Discrimination in the workplace for CALD youths | Wednesday 19 May 2021 | 3-4pm
- VIC | CMY | TRAINING | Culturally responsive practice: Working with young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds
- VIC | QVWC | GATHERING | Yirramboi Festival | 6-16 May 2021
- VIC | EQPR | GATHERING | LGBTIQA+ health and wellbeing Day | Saturday 8 May 2021 | 9.30am-4.45pm
- VIC | COHEALTH | GATHERING | Building a bi-cultural workers network session | Wednesday 19 May 2021 | 10.30am-1.30pm
- VIC | VMC | PROFILING | Multiculturalism: Share the great things you have been doing
- VIC | VMC | CALLING | Multicultural Film Festival entrants | submissions close 20 June 2021
- AUST | MDAA | WEBINAR | Exploring self-advocacy and the NDIS in a mental health context
- AUST | SSI | WORKSHOP | CultureReady - Free and online | run until June 2021
- VIC | ASVI | Aspergers support groups and events
- VIC | WIRE | NDIS tips for CALD Women Video
- VIC | GOV | PRESENTING | Victorian Community History Awards 2021
- AUST | GOV | INQUIRING | Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability | submit responses by 11 June 2021
- AUST | GOV | SURVEYING | Have Your Say - Public Transport Access
- CoPP | STHE | SURVEYING | Community about COVID-19 Vaccine
- AUST | Coronavirus hotline
- AUST | Helpers and Reliable Sources Along the Way
- Acknowledgment to Sources
- Bye bye to Essentialists
- Self-Isolators, Non-Essentials And The Homebound
1. VIC | GOV | UPDATING | Pandemic Response
COVIDSafe Settings – Updated 10 April 2021
Gatherings in homes- Up to 100 people are allowed to visit the home per day — infants under 12 months are not counted in the cap.
- Visitors may be from any number of households and may visit either together or separately.
- Front areas and backyards are considered part of the home.
- Up to 200 people can meet outdoors in a public place from any number of households — infants under 12 months are not included in the cap.
- There are no caps to onsite office work in public and private sectors.
- Workplaces no longer have density limits — except in publicly accessible areas such as lobbies.
- All workplaces with onsite workers need a COVIDSafe plan.
- There are no limits on the number of people who may visit or access hospitals or care facilities.
- Face masks must be worn by visitors to hospitals and care facilities in indoor areas — unless an exception applies.
Masks and face coverings
- You must always carry a face mask with you when you leave home.
- You must wear a fitted face mask in the following settings — unless you have a lawful reason for not wearing one:
-- on public transport
-- in rideshare vehicles, taxis and tour vehicles
-- inside airports and on flights
-- in settings such as aged-care facilities and hospitals — while indoors
-- If you’ve been diagnosed with or suspected to have COVID-19 — or you’re a close contact of someone diagnosed with COVID-19 — you must wear a face mask if you leave your home or other accommodation for a permitted reason, such as to receive medical care. You must also wear a mask if you’re experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19.
- you have a medical condition that makes wearing a face mask unsuitable
- you can’t do your job while wearing a face mask
- when communication is difficult for people who are deaf or hard of hearing
- during emergencies
- Children younger than 12 years of agedon’t need to wear a face mask. Children aged 2 years or younger must not wear a face mask, because they’re a choking and suffocation risk.
- The Victorian Government strongly recommends you wear a face mask when at a private gathering or when you can’t stay 1.5 metres distance from other people.
- Face shields, bandanas and scarves are not sufficient.
- You can remove your mask to eat or drink if you’re out in public.
- If you’re stopped by police in a setting where masks are mandatory, they’ll ask you to confirm the lawful reason you’re not wearing a face mask.
Weddings, Funerals and Places of Worship
You shouldn’t attend a wedding, funeral or religious gathering if you’re feeling unwell — you must stay home and get tested.
Weddings
- There are no caps on attendees either indoors or outdoors at a wedding held at a venue. Each venue will need to keep records in line with their requirements.
- A wedding held at a private residence can have no more than 100 people (visitors) — the celebrant and a photographer are not counted.
- There are no dance floor caps.
- There are no caps on attendees either indoors or outdoors at a funeral held at a venue. Each venue will need to keep records in line with their requirements.
- A funeral held at a private residence can have no more than 100 people (visitors).
- Places of worship
- can have no more than 1 person per 2 square metres.
- Indoor and outdoor ceremonies can happen at the same time.
- To support contact tracing, venues that host weddings, funerals or other ceremonies — including places of worship — must ask every person who’s on the premises for more than 15 minutes to provide their:
-- first name
-- phone number - All venues will be required to use the Services Vic app or a government API-linked digital system for electronic record keeping — venues will have a 28-day window to set this up.
Family safety support
- If you or your family need to leave a violent situation or you don’t feel safe in your home, you can access safe housing. Call Safe Steps on 1800 015 188 or email safesteps@safesteps.org.au 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
To learn more about Victoria's restrictions
Visit coronavirus.vic.gov.au or call the Victorian Coronavirus Hotline on 1800 675 398. International, interstate and mobile callers can phone (+613) 9096 9000.
For up to date information, Department of Health's website in English or Other Languages
With new COVID-19 vaccine developments every day, it’s normal to have questions or concerns, and possibly feel hesitant about getting a vaccine. That's why accurate, evidence-based answers to questions is available about COVID-19 vaccines.
Find out more about COVID-19 vaccines – Is it true?
2. VIC | GOV | QR CODING | New laws: Get all the details on the Victorian Government QR Code Service
QR code systems now have to comply with new rules that better secure the privacy of data and integrate with the Department of Health's contact tracing system.If you are responsible for any venue or facility required to use check-ins, then there may be some changes you need to make.
If you are already using the free Victorian Government QR Code Service for your record-keeping, you don't need to do anything. This QR code system already integrates with the Department of Health's contact tracing system
If you are not using the Victorian Government QR Code Service, find out if the QR code app you are using is connected to the Victorian Government Visitation API here. If it is, you don’t need to do anything – just keep using the app as normal
If you need to change providers because your current provider is not connected, the Victorian Government QR Code Service is easy to use and is free for all Victorian businesses and organisations.
3. AUST | GOV | INOCULATING | COVID-19 Vaccines: Vaccination toolkit and new webpage for disability providers
The Australian Government Department of Health has released a vaccination toolkit for disability providers, to help them prepare for the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.The dedicated Webpage for disability service providers provides comprehensive information and resources about COVID-19 vaccines.
People with disability 18 years and over with an underlying medical condition are eligible for Phase 1b vaccinations.
Access webpage and toolkit here
4. AUST | GOV | INOCULATING | COVID-19 vaccinations are underway – get the details in your language of choice
COVID-19 vaccines are now being rolled out in Australia. People most at risk of serious illness, and those most likely to be exposed to the virus are being vaccinated first. The Department of Health is committed to making information about COVID-19 vaccines available to everyone in Australia, including multicultural communities.Everyone in Australia is encouraged to get their free vaccination when it's their turn, to help protect themselves, their families and their communities.
5. AUST | MFO | TRANSLATING | My body, my consent: Important sexual violence fact sheets in several languages
Sexual violence is a taboo subject that is often difficult for many communities to speak about. For victims, it can also be a traumatic experience and the shame and stigma can be a huge barrier to seeking help.The a Queensland-based not for profit Multicultural Families Organisation (MFO) supports CALD communities and has produced a booklet about sexual violence.
Presented in English, Arabic, Farsi, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Punjabi, Spanish, Thai and Vietnamese, the project aims to empower individuals and communities to understand what sexual violence is, what their rights are and where to seek support.
Read the booklet
For Victorian-specific sexual assault support services, click here.
6. VIC | GOV | TRANSLATING | Play it safe by the water! Swim safety messages in six languages
Australian oceans and waterways can throw up unpredictable conditions, so you've got to know how to enjoy swimming in the safest way possible. There are now translations available of water safety messages from the Victorian Government in:7. VIC | GOV | ANNOUNCING | New rules for renters and landlords in Victoria
New rent rules are coming to create a safer, fairer system for everyone.The changes to the law clarify the rights and responsibilities of renters and rental providers – from before you sign a rental agreement until after the agreement ends – and apply to all types of tenancies.
The law changes include a ban on rental bidding and eviction without a reason, as well as setting new rental minimum standards and allowable modifications by renters.
8. VIC | GOV | SPV | VACANCY | The Suitability Panel is seeking new members
The Suitability Panel in Victoria (SPV), established under the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005, conducts hearings, and makes findings primarily as to whether or not an out-of-home carer should be disqualified from being a carer.The Minister for Child Protection, Luke Donnellan MP, is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified people to appoint as members of the Suitability Panel in Victoria.
9. VIC | GOV | VACANCY | Apply to join the Anti-Racism Taskforce
The new Anti-Racism Taskforce will provide high level advice and recommendations to the Victorian Government to guide the development of an Anti-Racism Strategy.Applications from people who bring a diverse range of professional and lived experiences are encouraged, to ensure the Taskforce reflects the diversity within the Victorian community.
10. MELB | MECM | FUNDRAISING | Myanmar community day at Docklands | Sunday 2 May 2021 | 2-5pm
Experience the rich heritage of the people of Myanmar. Magnet Gallery will host an afternoon of dance, music and food brought to you by the Myanmar expat community of Melbourne (MECM).The event will kick off at Magnet in Docklands featuring traditional Karen and Chin music, Kachen and Karen dance, Lisu pop music, guest speakers, family activities, handicrafts, afternoon tea and much more.
All money raised will support injured, grieving and internally displaced peoples in Myanmar.
See the event on Facebook
11. VIC | VMC | Victorian Refugee Awards | nominations closing Sunday 2 May 2021
The VMC's Victorian Refugee Awards are dedicated to the people who were forced to flee from their home in search of protection. The annual awards recognise the dedication of these people who strive to achieve their personal aspirations. They celebrate people who achieve success in their chosen field or create positive change in their communities.People who arrived in Australia recently, along with established community members who settled here as refugees or asylum seekers, are eligible for nomination.
We would like to encourage you to nominate yourself, or a person you know from a refugee or asylum seeker background, to be acknowledged at this event.
Both self nominations and nominations of others are now open, and close on Sunday 2 May 2021. Click the link below to read more about each award.
Nominate Now
12. CoPP | GOV | VACANCY | Multicultural Advisory Committee | nominations now open, closing 7 May 2021
Port Phillip is a vibrant multicultural city. We are home to people from over 163 different birthplaces, speaking 114 languages.Passionate about supporting the voices of multicultural communities? Do you want to shape how Council supports multicultural communities in Port Phillip?
City of Port Phillip is inviting interested residents, organisations and groups to apply for a voluntary appointment on the Multicultural Advisory Committee.
The Committee provides advice and feedback on all issues that affect multicultural communities, refugees or asylum seekers in the City of Port Phillip.
Nominees must work, study, or reside in the Port Phillip and they need to be able to demonstrate:
- Community networks and linkages within the local multicultural community in City of Port Phillip.
- Good knowledge and understanding of the local issues that are of relevance to multicultural communities.
- Commitment to multiculturalism and the strengthening of a diverse community that encourages the participation and inclusion of all residents.
Apply online via SmartyGrants
Assistance is available for translation into any language and completion of the application form (in English). Interpreters will also be available at meetings if required. A Word version of the application form is also available upon request.
13. VIC | GOV | GRANTING | Priority response to multicultural communities during coronavirus (COVID-19) | closing 28 May 2021
Applications for funding through the Priority Response to Multicultural Communities during Coronavirus (COVID-19) Phase 2 initiative are now open. Applications funded through Phase 1 of the Priority Response to Multicultural Communities during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) grants program are eligible to apply for Phase 2 funding. The program will ensure organisations can respond to the current health crisis and its impacts for multicultural and faith communities, with a focus on providing support to those communities and areas most in need, and in particular to respond to the distinct and disproportionate challenges experienced by CALD women and young people and new and emerging communities. It will also promote capacity building of local community network and organisations.Find out more
14. VIC | GOV | GRANTING | Volunteering Innovation Fund Round Two | applications close 6 May 2021
Parks Victoria wants to help create new volunteering opportunities for people of all backgrounds.If you've got a bright idea for a project that will encourage Victorians from diverse backgrounds to volunteer in our state's parks and forests, then you should consider applying for the latest round of the Volunteering Innovation Fund.
Funding of up to $50,000 per project will be available.
15. VIC | GOV | GRANTING | Extended Support For Clubs, Associations And Leagues
Announced 26 April 2021, applications were open for a third round of the Victorian Community Sport Sector COVID-19 Survival Package, with clubs able to apply for $1,500 and associations and leagues able to apply for $2,500.Clubs that received a $1,000 boost in the first or second round of the package will also automatically receive a $750 top-up, while leagues and associations funded in the first or second round will receive a further $1,500 top-up. No additional application is required from those organisations and payment will be made over the coming weeks.
Find out more
16. VIC | GOV | GRANTING | Latest Round Opens For Emergency Volunteers
Announced 23 April 2021, the opening of applications for the latest round of Victoria's Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP), with $14.4 million available for our dedicated volunteer agencies.VESEP is an ongoing, annual program that provides emergency services volunteer groups with grants to help fund operational equipment, including the purchase of new vehicles, trucks, tankers, watercraft and trailers.
Volunteer groups can also put the money towards minor facility improvements, including refurbishments and amenities, such as kitchens and change rooms.
Under the program, the Government matches every $1 paid by volunteer groups with a $2 co-contribution, with grants of up to $150,000 available.
Find out more
17. VIC | GOV | TRAINING | National Principles for Child Safe organisations – Free training for local community organisation | Tuesday 11 May 2021 | 10am–12midday
This two-hour training seminar will be useful for Child-safe organisations to understand:- The ten national principles
- Recognise how the national principles may be integrated within their safety framework
- Identify how the principles might be practised at a child-facing level
- Identify core issues of responding to harm and abuse, equity and empowerment, and code of conduct
Bookings: TryBooking National Principles
18. VIC | SSBR | WEBINAR | Victorian Law Week: Discrimination in the workplace for CALD youths | Wednesday 19 May 2021 | 3-4pm
Many young people, particularly those from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, have a higher chance of experiencing discrimination at work.This Victorian Law Week (17-23 May 2021) session by South Sudanese Business Response (SSBR) and Lander & Rogers will help young people from CALD backgrounds better understand their rights.
Where: Live online event
Cost: Free
Bookings: online
19. VIC | CMY | TRAINING | Culturally responsive practice: Working with young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds
The Centre for Multicultural Youth (CMY) is running a short training course that is free and open to anyone. It aims to give people the essential skills and knowledge for working effectively and respectfully with young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds. The training modules are designed to be relevant to a broad range of sectors, and for work with young people from any community. Participants will improve their confidence and capacity to provide a culturally inclusive and responsive service for young people.The training runs over two half day sessions, today and tomorrow. If you missed out this time, get in touch with the CMY to register your interest for future sessions.
Read about the course
20. VIC | QVWC | GATHERING | Yirramboi Festival | 6-16 May 2021
The Queen Victoria Women's Centre has several exciting upcoming events, including an Iftar dinner and several celebrations as part of the YIRRAMBOI Festival.Learn more
21. VIC | EQPR | GATHERING | LGBTIQA+ health and wellbeing Day | Saturday 8 May 2021 | 9.30am-4.45pm
Join in a day of connection, nourishment, learning and practice for LGBTIQA+ communities in Melbourne's west.Experience and explore ways to enhance your health and wellbeing by participating in workshops, panel discussions and mindful practices with health service providers that include Switchboard, Thorne Harbour, Relationship Matters, Beyond Blue, Williamstown Psychology and other local health and wellbeing practitioners.
Where: Williamstown Town Hall, Williamstown VIC
Cost: Full A$50.63; Concession A$30.19; Hobsons Bay resident A$30.19 or Scholarship
Bookings: online through The Equality Project
NEED A SCHOLARSHIP?
If funds are tight, organisers can help you with your ticket.
Apply Now
WIN A $150 VOUCHER!
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The first 50 tickets will go in the draw to win a $150 voucher to Red Balloon. You can use this amount towards over 3500 curated experiences or products on their site. From relaxing spa treatments, to weekend getaways, fine dining and more!
WIN DOUBLE PASSES!
Supernova Movie Giveaway
The next 50 tickets will go in the draw to win 3 double passes to see the new film Supernova in cinemas April 15.
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Better Together LGBTIQA+ Health and Wellbeing Day
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Email: mail@theequalityproject.org.au
Website: www.theequalityproject.org.au
22. VIC | COHEALTH | GATHERING | Building a bi-cultural workers network session | Wednesday 19 May 2021 | 10.30am-1.30pm
Are you a bi-cultural worker from a refugee-like background? Would you like to connect with other bi-cultural workers living in Melbourne?On 19 May, cohealth will be hosting a session at Kensington Town Hall, inviting participants to share ideas on how their worker’s network should operate. This is your chance to be a part of it.
Register now
23. VIC | VMC | PROFILING | Multiculturalism: Share the great things you have been doing
Victorian Multicultural Commission has been looking at how we can further support the brilliant work our community does in promoting multiculturalism. We want to share the good news stories and recognise the people who are making them happen.If you would like to be profiled for the work you're doing, or if you have an initiative that promotes social cohesion, please let us know.
24. VIC | VMC | CALLING | Multicultural Film Festival entrants | submissions close 20 June 2021
The Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC) Multicultural Film Festival is back this August! Supporting emerging filmmakers from diverse backgrounds and also inviting submissions from filmmakers of any background to produce films that explore multiculturalism and promote social cohesion.Each year, our shortlisted films feature characters who are encountering new ways of life, struggling with feeling isolated in a new country or within their cultures' traditions, or beginning to embrace and celebrate their difference.
Now seeking new short films to be shown at the festival. If you know any filmmakers, please let them know about this great opportunity to share their work.
25. AUST | MDAA | WEBINAR | Exploring self-advocacy and the NDIS in a mental health context
This two-part Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association and Mental Health Coordinating Council webinar series explores self-advocacy and the NDIS in a mental health context. Topics covered include:- Self-advocacy, and why is it important in the NDIS journey
- How to maximise choice and control for consumers applying for and on the NDIS
- Recovery-oriented self-advocacy strategies for people living with a mental health condition.
26. AUST | SSI | WORKSHOP | CultureReady – Free and online | run until June 2021
Settlement Services International (SSI) are back with CultureReady workshops in 2021. These free online workshops aim to equip disability service providers (NDIS registered or those intending to register in the next 18 months) to provide culturally responsive services.- Workshop 1: Fundamentals of culturally responsive practice in the disability context
- Workshop 2: Working with language services
- Workshop 3: Engaging CALD communities
- Workshop 4: Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce
27. VIC | ASVI | Aspergers support groups and events
Aspergers Victoria (ASVI) runs a range of support groups and events for people who have Aspergers, autism, or other similar neurodiverse profiles to help them feel connected, supported, and empowered to live the life they want for themselves.Due to COVID-19, many of these are running online as well as in person, which makes them more easily accessible to people from all over Victoria.
Find upcoming events
28. VIC | WIRE | NDIS tips for CALD Women Video
Preparing for your National Disability Insurance Plan and managing your plan can be daunting, particularly if English is not your main language or if you are new to the Australian disability services.Ethnic Communities' Council of Victoria's (ECCV) Nimo Hersi and Janet Curtain from Power in Ethnicity & Culture partnered with WIRE to create this short video, which gives women from CALD backgrounds some tips on making the NDIS work to support their needs and choices.
Watch Video (6 mins)
29. VIC | GOV | PRESENTING | Victorian Community History Awards 2021
Presented by the Public Record Office Victoria (PROV) in partnership with the Royal Historical Society of Victoria, the awards celebrate the people involved in community history projects who are dedicated to telling local stories that help all Victorians to better understand their past.The Victorian Community History Awards are held annually to recognise the contributions made by Victorians in the preservation of the state’s fascinating history, published during the previous year.
30. AUST | GOV | INQUIRING | Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability | submit responses by 11 June 2021
The Royal Commission has released an issue paper asking the public to share their views about the experiences of culturally and linguistically diverse people with disability, including people with disabilities and their family and supporters.More information here
31. AUST | GOV | SURVEYING | Have Your Say - Public Transport Access
The Federal Government Deptartment of Transport is seeking feedback on whether proposed reforms to Public Transport Standards will improve public transport accessibility for people with disability.They want to hear from you on the proposed reforms and your public transport experiences more generally—whether you have a disability, work in the disability or transport sector, work with or know people who have a disability or are just an interested public transport user.
Six online public consultation forums are also being held.
Find out more
32. CoPP | STHE | SURVEYING | Community about COVID-19 Vaccine
Star Health (STHE) are conducting a community survey within City of Port Phillip to try and gain further understanding about concerns and worries that the community have about the COVID-19 vaccine.To access this survey please click here.
33. AUST | Coronavirus hotline
- Coronavirus hotline: If you are concerned, call the coronavirus hotline on 1800 675 398 (24 Hours).
- Coronavirus in-language information
- If you are an NDIS participant you can also call the national hotline on 1800 020 080.
- Information and referrals for people with disability and their supporters about Coronavirus: Contact the Disability Information Helpline on 1800 634 787.
- If you are deaf, or have a hearing or speech impairment, you can also call the National Relay Service on 133 677.
- Interpreting service: If you need an interpreter, call TIS National on 131 450.
- Testing locations: Find a testing location near you.
- Call-to-Test-at-Home service, providing in-home coronavirus testing to Victorians who would otherwise be unable to get tested, call the DHHS Coronavirus hotline on 1800 675 398.
- Triple Zero: Please keep Triple Zero (000) for emergencies only.
34. AUST | Helpers and Reliable Sources Along the Way
- Access Easy English – Over 70 resources developed on coronavirus.
- AUSLAN – Updates by Expression Australia - Regular Auslan only videos on updates of breaking news in Victoria, Australia and abroad.
- Australian Government Department of Health – Coronavirus advice for people with disability
- Australian Government Department of Health – Translated resources into 60 different languages, informing communities about COVID-19 vaccines and how they will be rolled out across Australia.
- Australian Government Department of Social Services – Daily update on NDIS participants and workforce and easy English information on COVID-19.
- Beyond Blue – translated information on managing your mental health during COVID-19 in 63 languages.
- Blind Citizens Australia – Information on coronavirus for people who are blind or vision impaired.
- Council for Intellectual Disability (CID) – Easy English information for people with intellectual disability and videos about COVID-19.
- DHHS – Victorian Government Department of Health and Human Services advice and information on coronavirus available in 56 languages
- Down Syndrome Australia – Easy Read guide about using money on the internet.
- Ethnolink Language Services – Multi-lingual resource library with information available on coronavirus in 71 languages.
- Expression Australia – Keep up to date with regular Auslan videos on COVID-19, breaking news in Victoria, Australia and abroad.
- GP Expert Advice Matters – a website for patients translated into Arabic, simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Hindi and Vietnamese, and has practical information on how to access a local GP, telehealth and interpreter services
- Health Translations – A comprehensive place to find current COVID 19 multilingual information in 78 languages including Auslan and Easy English.
- Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission – important information translated into 10 languages and simplified English
- MyAus Covid-19 app – Multilingual resource application produced by Migration Council Australia (MCA) for Australia's culturally and linguistically diverse communities about COVID - 19, it's impact and available support.
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) – Information about changes to how the NDIS work during the COVID -19 pandemic in 12 languages.
- NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission – Information contains links to updates, training, alerts, and resources for NDIS participants and providers.
- Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) – promoting The Older Persons COVID-19 Support Line (OPCSL) within ethno-specific communities.
- Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre – Victoria’s statewide first response service for women, young people and children experiencing family violence.
- SBS – news and information about coronavirus (COVID - 19) available in 63 languages.
- Scope – Key word sign video, posters and easy english resources on communicating COVID-19.
- VALID – 16 Page plain language guide to NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation
- Women’s Information and Referral Exchange (WIRE) – Free support, referral and information for all Victorian women, nonbinary and gender-diverse people.
35. Acknowledgment to Sources
This is a consolidated account of information current at time of issuance, sourced, collated and provided by Victorian Multicultural Commission, Victorian Jewish Community COVID-19 Taskforce, Ethnic Communities' Council of Victoria, various Government Authorities, community organisations and public domain, received with gratitude.
36. Bye bye to Essentialists
Us non-essentialists will endeavour to manage our expection of miracles and do our best to follow rules while staying out of the way.
Contact your closest friendly non-essentialist if you need anything that can be done remotely. Bye bye to Essentialists for now, please leave to attend to the essential work. That is all from GEIFN Caretaker at this time.
37. Self-Isolators, Non-Essentials And The Homebound
Meanwhile, if with a surplus of time, this and the following is offered. Discuss with sincerity. Deny untruth. Dismiss unuseful. Accept useful. Adapt to change. Adopt least effort most benefit. Adept with sharing. Enjoy throughout. As each case may be. Round about. And again. Or not.