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CoPP | GOV | CELEBRATING | Cultural Diversity Week 2023

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Let's celebrate the rich cultures that are represented in our wonderful community. activities and events for Cultural Diversity Week with Harmony Day on the 21 March 2023. 


Come Southside and take your taste buds on a tour around the world

Join us in celebrating Cultural Diversity Week with our online map of restaurants and cafes serving cuisine from across the globe. Visit old favourites and discover new flavours.

Support our multicultural communities and share the important role that food plays in preserving traditions. This event is presented by City of Port Phillip’s Multicultural Advisory Committee.

Enter to win
Snap and share a photo of your favourite food spot to Instagram using #SouthsideFlavours and #CulturalDiversityWeek from 11 March to 9 April and you’ll be in with a chance to win a meal.

You can use the map: Global flavours of the Southside - Google My Maps

Multicultural seniors’ groups recognition award

Hosted by the Mayor, this event on 15 March recognises the considerable contribution of our multicultural seniors’ groups who enable and support a dynamic diverse community.

The Mayor is presenting certificates of thanks to twenty-one multicultural seniors groups from across the City at a morning tea featuring choir and dance performances.


Welcome postcards

Know anyone new to the City? Share our new Welcome postcards, available in four languages, to welcome new residents and citizens to our wonderful City. Available from Port Phillip Libraries and Assist counters at the Town Halls.
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Do you know about the City of Port Phillip’s Multicultural Advisory Committee?

Fourteen local residents from diverse backgrounds provide advice and advocacy to Council on multicultural issues and present a program celebrating for Cultural Diversity Week, Refugee Week and Welcoming Week.

The Committee welcomes feedback and ideas from the community. Contact the Diversity Officer

Multicultural Peace Day | Saturday 11 March from 11.30 am to 3 pm at St Kilda Town Hall

Multicultural Peace Day is a celebration of the diverse cultures and backgrounds in the community celebrating Cultural Diversity Week and the commemoration of Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW). The event will showcase a range of cultural performances, including music, dance, as well as cultural booths where people can learn about each other’s traditions and promote peace and harmony within our community. Brazilian, Oromia, Indian, Hazara, Sudanese, Belgian and many more communities will share their cultures. Supported by the City of Port Phillip’s Multicultural Advisory Committee.

Space2b Social Design

The amazing community group Space 2b supporting newly arrived migrants and refugees and local, community based designers to come together to exchange knowledge, ideas and skills. Located at 144 Chapel Street, St Kilda.

Laneway Market | Sunday 26 March 2023 | 10.30am–3pm 
Laneway Market 2023 – Space2b Social Design

Exhibition | Morganna Magee: Distant Shores | 16 March to 12 May 2023
With paintings by Anahita, Howah, Rahila and Tadros


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City of Port Phillip (CoPP)
Address: 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182
Email: news@portphillip.vic.gov.au

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CoPP | UPDATING | Community Sector News | 7 March 2023

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Welcome to the March edition of Community Sector News. There are some great funding opportunities and many events for members of your community to enjoy.


 Training and Professional Development 

SEMINAR | Become a Carer Friendly Place- Places still available | Thursday 9 March 2023 | 9.30am–11am

This information and training session is for Community Groups and Community Centres such as Neighbourhood Houses to learn how to become a Carer Friendly Place. 

Partnering with Neighbourhood Houses Victoria, Municipal Association Victoria and local councils, Carers Victoria is extending support to carers by providing opportunities to connect and engage in carer friendly communities in local, easily accessible spaces.

In Carer Friendly places carers can: 
  • Meet in welcoming and warm spaces;
  • Find information about supports and services that exist for carers;
  • Connect with other people in their local community;
  • Participate in local programs and activities;
  • Enjoy spaces for support group meetings;
  • Connect to programs and pathways specifically for carers.
Neighbourhood houses and local councils undertake specific training to develop greater awareness of the varied needs of carers, how they can better support carers, offer specific carer activities and provide pathways to carer supports and programs. On completion they become designated Carer Friendly places, easily identifiable by the Carer Friendly logo.
  • Where: Training Room - St Kilda Town Hall - entrance Carlisle Street, 99A Carlisle Street, St Kilda Victoria 3182
  • Cost: Free. (This training is funded by the City of Port Phillip Community Training Calender)
  • Bookings: essential, online through Trybooking

SEMINAR | Running a successful Community Group | Thursday 27 April 2023 | 9.30 am–12.30 pm

Are you a new community group, or been around for a while and are wanting tips for how you can improve your committee’s effectiveness? For a committee to be successful they need to function cohesively, be accountable for their direction, the way they function, and for achieving their short and long-term goals.

Topics include:
  • Understanding the role of the committee
  • What good governance means for a community group
  • Identifying the entity’s legal structure and the implications for this
  • Appreciating what makes a committee and meetings effective (including a meeting template)
  • Knowing what specific skill sets and attributes are required for each committee role
  • A checklist for good governance
  • The committee’s role in planning and keeping an eye on the future.
This session will help community groups to understand the role of a committee, their
responsibilities, and what structures they need to have in place that provides the foundations for a successful community group.
  • Where: Council Chamber, St Kilda Town Hall - entrance Carlisle Street, 99A Carlisle Street, St Kilda Victoria 3182
  • Cost: Free (This training is funded by the City of Port Phillip Community Training Calender).
  • Bookings: essential, online through Trybooking

TRAINING | Suicide Intervention Training for all people

Griefline has recently become a provider of the LivingWorks Applied Suicide Skills Intervention Training (ASIST). ASIST is the most widely used suicide intervention model in the world, and we have scheduled three new workshops to deliver the training in the first half of 2023. This highly-sought after training will be delivered at Griefline's head office in St Kilda, Victoria on the weekends of the:
  • 18 and 19 March
  • 15 and 16 of April
  • 20 and 21 of May
Any adult can attend and there are no prerequisites. ASIST is founded on the principle that everyone can make a difference in preventing suicide.

ASIST workshops teach participants to recognise when someone may be at risk of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety.
  • Where: Griefline, 181 St Kilda Road, St Kilda Victoria, 3182
  • Inclusions: Lunch and refreshments will be provided during the workshop
  • Cost: $544.71 (includes all fees and taxes). 
  • Bookings: For more information and securing your place, online through Griefline


 Grants and Funding 

VIC | GOV | GRANTING | LGBTIQ+ Organisational Development Grants 2023 | closing soon

The LGBTIQ+ Organisational Development Grants 2023 strengthen Victoria’s LGBTIQ+ communities by supporting LGBTIQ+ organisations and groups to grow their crucial work.

Eligible organisations and groups are invited to apply for grants of up to $25,000 under Stream 1 or grants of up to $50,000 under Stream 2 to:
  • build their capacity, including through staff training and development opportunities
  • better serve diverse LGBTIQ+ communities across Victoria
  • fortify their long-term viability by planning for the future.

MELB | METRO | GRANTING | Back on Track Community Grants | applications open from 7 March until 11 April 2023

Metro Train’s Community Grants are supporting not-for-profit organisations doing important work to help improve people’s mental health.

Not-for-profit organisations can apply for a grant in three funding categories of $5,000, $10,000 or $20,000.

With a total grant pool of $100,000 Metro will support projects and organisations of all sizes right across Melbourne. Projects must fall into one of the following focus areas:
  • Wellness – preventative care to reduce the risk of poor mental health.
  • Education – activities that inform and promote awareness of good mental health.
  • Support services – assistance like counselling, psychiatric support or crisis care that directly supports people experiencing mental health challenges.
Successful applicants will be announced in June.

 Events 

TALKING | Heritage Talk - Remembering the Present | Tuesday 28 March 2023 | 6.30–8pm

In this presentation, Dave Miller-Stinchcombe will discuss his pavement art projects based on the works of 19th century St Kilda artist Elizabeth Parsons and mid-20th century South Melbourne artist Maurice Carter; the connection of these artists to contemporary Melbourne and why an industrial mathematician from the UK ended up creating pavement art in Melbourne.

The art projects have been supported by the City of Port Phillip through the Cultural Development Fund and the Cultural Development Fund Covid recovery grant.
  • Where: Emerald Hill Library & Port Phillip Heritage Centre, 195 Bank Street, South Melbourne Victoria 3205
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: essential, online through Trybooking

WALKING | Guided walk: Montague Reborn | Sunday 30 April 2023 | 2–4pm

Hosted by Janet Bolitho, walk the lanes and streets to see the transformation of the former working-class community of Montague into a modern high-tech precinct.
  • Where: Location Start Page Reserve, Cnr Boundary and Station Streets, Port Melbourne
  • Finish: South Melbourne Station, Light Rail Stop 127
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: essential online through Trybooking

CONNECTING | Pathways for Carers - Monthly walk, talk and morning tea | 9.45am for a 10 am start.

Are you a Carer needing peer support and gentle exercise?

Join us on a monthly walk on the 4th Tuesday of every month around the nature and beach paths of St Kilda. Every month there will be a guest speaker providing information and resources. Morning tea is included.

Dates:
  • Tues March 28
  • Tues April 25
  • Tues May 23
  • Tues June 27
  • Where: Meeting place/Morning tea venue: Victorian Pride Centre, 79-81 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda
  • Consideration: Morning tea from 10.45am for those unable to participate in walk.
  • Download the flyer for your community notice board.
  • Contact person: email Simone

MIDDLE PARK | Friends of Suai/Covalima Trivia Night | Thursday 20 April 2023 | 7pm

Friends of Suai/Covalima are set the date for their popular Annual Trivia Night fundraiser at Middle Park Bowls Club. 

Please save this date in your diaries and tell your friends. More information will follow soon.

 Other Programs 

PPCG | HELPING | Power Saving Bonus applications | closing 13 March 2023

Port Phillip Community Group (PPCG) can now assist residents to apply for the Victorian Government’s $250 power saving bonus. Their trained support workers can check your bill, ensure you are not paying too much for utilities, discuss hardship options, and submit your $250 PSB application for you. PSB3 will end on 13th March 2023 so get in quick! 

If you have already completed PSB3, then contact PPCG from April 2023 and they can assist you to apply for the new power saving bonus. Don’t miss out!

CoPP | HEARING | Your say: positive ageing in the City of Port Phillip | submissions cost midnight Monday 20 March 2023

Council has developed a Draft Positive Ageing Policy which will guide future decisions about how it can respond to the needs and aspirations of people aged 60 years and older.

Council is now seeking feedback on the draft Positive Ageing Policy.

It is anticipated that a summary of community feedback and any revisions to the policy will be presented for Council consideration in May 2023.

 Community Profile 

Port Phillip Life Activities Club (PPLAC)

PPLAC is a social recreation program for retired people or approaching retirement.

There are a wide range of activity groups including bushwalks, morning walks, dine-outs, book groups, Sunday coffee/brunch, cinemas etc.

Most of the Port Phillip Life Activities Club’s regular activities are conducted within the City of Port Phillip covering Port Melbourne, South Melbourne, Albert Park, Middle Park, St Kilda and Elwood areas. Once you register your details you will receive information about outings and activities.

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City of Port Phillip (CoPP)
Address: 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182
Email: news@portphillip.vic.gov.au

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PWR | INVITING | Let's Make New Memories! | Tuesday 7 March 2023

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Participants at the 2021 Parliament of the World's Religions made our 8th global convening memorable for thousands of fellow attendees, they told us themselves!

Life-Changing
“The event changed my life. I could never thank you all enough for what you do for us.”

Perspective
“Attending [the Parliament] gives the best global perspective regarding religion and current thought.”

Gratitude
“Truly, there is nothing greater than love, compassion, tolerance, and a brotherhood and sisterhood. Much gratitude.”

Let's Make New Memories! 

The 2023 Parliament of the World's Religions is convening the global interfaith community this August in the City of Chicago. From August 14th through 18th, join thousands of local and international attendees for five jam-packed days of interfaith programming, dialogue, and inspiration.
  • Save with the advance registration rate when you book your ticket by March 31st!
  • Register & Save!
“We never actually walk in someone else’s shoes, even if we might literally fit in their shoes. But we can walk alongside them, and we can break bread alongside them, and we can hope for a world where we all move in the same general direction led by our hearts and the unconditional solidarity that refuses to turn away.”
- Mallika Kaur


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Address: 70 East Lake St., Suite 230 Chicago, IL 60601 USA
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VMC | UPDATING | Last week to nominate someone for a Refugee Award and more | Tuesday 7 March 2023

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Happy International Women's Day! A day so big, it runs for a week!

I want to take this opportunity to reflect on the progress of the women's movement. We are inching towards equality, even if it doesn't always feel that way.

Women of Colour and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Women have worked hard to overcome many challenges, acquire an education and build resilience and life experience. Some have had to overcome very challenging cultures and traditions. They don’t need structures or leaders in our democratic system to prevent them from making their contribution.

While we've had some promising Victorian Government legislation in recent years, including the Gender Equality Act, we must do more to ensure some women aren't left behind.

That's why I'm so proud to support our partnership with Mindtribes to release the updated report on intersectional gender equality in government workplaces.

The report "Levelling the Playing Field 5 Years of Advocacy for Culturally Diverse Women- What is still missing?" will soon be available on our website and social media channels.

However, progress happens at every level of society, not just government. Recently I attended the launch of CALD Voices, a new digital platform for women of colour voices. This grassroots organisation is an example of community stepping up to amplify the voices of women who are often marginalised.

It's not just women that we are celebrating this week with many Indian communities around our state hosting their Holi festival of colours events.

Here at the VMC, we know the power of sharing our culture with the broader public. We're thrilled to see such strong and diverse attendance at these fun and colourful events. It's just one example of how Victorians welcome and embrace cultural diversity and how these festivals support our social cohesion.

As such, it is timely to note the Victorian Government has released a new round of funding for multicultural communities to hold festivals and events across the state.

I encourage you to consider your opportunities to share your culture with others and apply for a grant to help.

For more information visit vic.gov.au/multicultural-festivals-and-events-program.

Take care and stay well.
Viv Nguyen, Chairperson


 News and Events 

Victorian Refugee Awards - last week to nominate! | nominations close at 11:59 pm Tuesday 14 March 2023

Do you know someone who arrived in Australia as a refugee or asylum seeker and has received excellent academic results, volunteered in their community, run a successful business, or supported other refugees to thrive?

For these reasons and more, nominate them today for a Victorian Refugee Award, and ensure their achievements are recognised and celebrated!

Multiple awards will be presented across four categories: Achievement, Leadership, Youth Leadership and Business.  The categories honour those who have excelled through study, work, entrepreneurship or volunteering in Victoria.

If you need support submitting a nomination, please call 03 8850 6164.

Brimbank Writers and Readers Festival | from 16 to 25 March 2023

The Brimbank Writers and Readers Festival, supported by Victoria University, is back in the heart of Melbourne’s West.

This program promises to be as diverse and multicultural as the people of Brimbank.

Enjoy various events and activities for the whole family, from a children’s First Nations language workshop to The Diar Panel comprising South Sudanese writers and artists.

 Mental health 

Small business mental health engagement

Mental Health Foundation Australia (MHFA) is launching a Small Business Engagement Program to benefit business owners, staff, and customers.

MHFA is the oldest community-based non-government mental health organisation in Australia.

This year they are sharing an information booklet and running multiple virtual and hybrid events. A Small Business Conference will be held during October National Multicultural Mental Health Month.

 Employment 

Applications open for the 2024 Victorian Government graduate program | now open

Applications are now open for the 2024 Victorian Government graduate program. People with diverse skills, backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.

The Victorian Government graduate program offers employment streams tailored to your university studies.

Experience the Victorian Public Service and apply your skills to meaningful work that contributes to a better Victoria!

 Training 

Supporting schools to make a positive social impact

Kind enterprises are offering limited places to schools, teachers, community organisations and parents of students to join their Educator Empowerment Program.

This fully-funded program is free of charge to any school or individual teacher who would like to join. The webinars and digital courses will provide Diversity, Equity & Inclusion training for staff across 50 Australian public high schools and be available to over 1000 teachers & staff.

The program is designed to build confidence and capacity to engage in the complex and sensitive conversations around race, racism, diversity & inclusion and help build more cohesive schools, leading to improved academic outcomes and emotional safety for all.

#ChangeOurGame Women in Sports Broadcasting Program | applications now open

This year, the program will offer two streams – an introductory stream and an extension stream.

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Address: Level 3, 1 Macarthur Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
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VMC | UPDATING | Holi 2023 festival in Bendigo, North Richmond community grants, Victoria Police recruitment and more | Wednesday 1 March 2023

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Today we are introducing a new format for our weekly newsletters, with items structured by four topics: News and Events, Mental Health, Employment, and Family Violence.

We hope this restructuring will provide you with the most relevant information for your community, and will help us further the VMC's strategic priorities. We also hope to highlight any work we are doing in the advocacy space in collaboration with the sector and communities.

Most recently in the advocacy space, we were proud to see the publication of our 2021 research project with the Commission for Gender Equality in the Public Sector and in partnership with Mind Tribes. Researchers for this project have developed an exciting new framework to help organisations to break down barriers for women with a culturally or linguistically diverse background. I encourage everyone, but especially those with leadership positions in the public sector, to review and implement this framework.

Finally, I'd like to draw your attention to the expression of interest process to join the Adult, Community and Further Education Board. People with culturally diverse backgrounds and other intersectional identities are strongly encouraged to apply. Expressions of interest close on 14 March 2023.

Take care and stay well.
Viv Nguyen, Chairperson

 News and Events 
Victorian Refugee Awards | nominations close 11.59pm Tuesday 14 March 2023

Do you know someone who arrived in Australia as a refugee or asylum seeker, and has received excellent academic results, volunteered in their community, run a successful business, or supported other refugees to thrive?

For these reasons and more, nominate them today for a Victorian Refugee Award, and ensure their achievements are recognised and celebrated!

Multiple awards will be presented across four categories: Achievement, Leadership, Youth Leadership and Business. The categories honour those who have excelled through study, work, entrepreneurship or volunteering in Victoria.

If you need support with submitting a nomination, please call 03 8850 6164.

HOLI festival in Bendigo | Saturday 4 March 2023

The 2023 Holi Festival Bendigo is back, and will be held on Saturday 4 March, 2023 at the Golden Square Pool grounds.

Join the community for a family event that will feature cultural food, drinks, activities, live music, dance and DJ to entertain guests from all age groups.

Entry to festival is FREE but tickets must be registered for in advance.

Melbourne Women, Culture and Business Fair | Wednesday 8 March 2023 | 10am–3pm

This International Women’s Day, the City of Melbourne, in partnership with Migrant Women in Business, is hosting a Women, Culture and Business Fair.

The event will be held at Melbourne Town Hall and aims to showcase migrant and refugee women-owned micro and nano businesses. Attendees will be able to speak with and purchase goods and services directly from more than 40 local businesses.

Registrations are essential.

VIC | GOV | GRANTING | North Richmond Community Grants | applications close Sunday 19 March 2023

Grants between $5000 and $50,000 are available to community groups, organisations and individuals who live, work or volunteer in North Richmond, and are passionate about helping create a safer, more connected and vibrant community.

Local community organisations, schools, sporting groups and anyone who lives, works, studies in or has a demonstrated connection with the North Richmond Precinct, are eligible to apply.  

 Mental health 

Annual conference - refugee trauma recovery in resettlement | 9-11 October 2023


The 3rd Australia and New Zealand Refugee Trauma Recovery in Resettlement Conference “Holding Hope in an Uncertain World” will be held in Adelaide.

Through workshops, interactive sessions and panels, this conference will offer participants many opportunities to listen, to learn and to discuss developments in practice that enable people from refugee backgrounds to recover from trauma.

 Employment 

Victoria Police Diversity recruitment program | applications close 27 March

Victoria Police is encouraging applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for the Victoria Police Diversity Recruitment Program.

The 15-week free program will commence on 2 May 2023 and is open to those interested in joining Victoria Police as either a Police Officer, Protective Service Officer (PSO) or Police Custody Officer (PCO).

The program includes assistance with the application process, with particular focus on the entrance exam and interviewing skills.

 Family violence 

Bendigo Law Courts development complete

The development of the new Bendigo Law Courts is now complete, a state-of-the-art building that puts people and community first.

A Specialist Family Violence Court is among the specialist responses in the new facility, with a design that enables separation between parties attending court, including safe waiting areas and separate circulation pathways for persons in custody and operational staff.

The new space is visually and culturally anchored to Bendigo's unique heritage and informed by the culture and connection to Country of the Dja Dja Wurrung, Bendigo's Traditional Owners.

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Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC)
Address: Level 3, 1 Macarthur Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
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ILF | RAISING | Awareness, Support and Funds for Indigenous Literacy

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Yamandhu marang

Heading into March, Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF) are launching two fundraisers, have two new commercial book titles, we are preparing the delivery of 120,000 culturally relevant books to remote Communities, collaborating with over 90 remote playgroups and supporting remote authors and illustrators in creating 33 books for publishing this year (representing 25 languages!) 

LAUNCHING | Two major fundraisers on 14 March!

We are pleased to launch our 2023 Great Book Swap (GBS) fundraiser with an event at Sydney's Taronga Zoo with invited primary students, and another event at the University of Queensland (UQ), Brisbane. ILF Brisbane based supporters are invited to join ILF Ambassador Dr. Anita Heiss and ILF Co-Patron Quentin Bryce at UQ at 3pm on 14 March. Simply bring a book and a donation and head to the Great Court. This year, we aim to raise $180,000 to gift 18,000 culturally relevant books to children in remote Communities. Great Book Swaps can be hosted anytime throughout the year and are a great fundraiser for schools, businesses and social groups. 

We are also very excited to also launch our newest fundraiser, Busking for Change, designed for primary schools. Developed by ILF Ambassador Josh Pyke, this term three fundraiser is a joyful activity incorporating song, music, movement and language. Simply put, students learn a song and fundraise for the ILF.  This year, we aim to raise $200,000 for our Community Publishing Projects program, supporting remote Communities to create books in languages they speak at home. Learn more and register your interest here.

Mandaang guwu,
Ben Bowen, Chief Executive Officer

CELEBRATING | UNESCO's second year of the Decade of Indigenous Languages by encouraging readers to learn a new word in either an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander language. 

This month's word is emu in Wiradjuri language! Wiradjuri Country is in central New South Wales.
 

CELEBRATING | Winthali Wins Funky Kids Radio Award

Congratulations to Joe Ross, Stacey Bush, Boheme and Remi, the authors and illustrators of Winthali who have won the Funky Kids Radio 2022 Global Children's Entertainment Awards! 

SHARING | Knowledge with young language workers from across the country

In November last year, ILF staff Jolene, Emma and Ella, who are all proud First Nations women in their twenties, attended the Warra: Indigenous Youth Language Forum held by First Languages Australia. 

HIRING | Junior Video Editor - Contract Basis

We are looking for a First Nation’s identified student to work on a contract basis to edit video footage for ILF’s marketing purposes. 
  • If you or someone you know has experience in video editing and producing quality video content, please reply by email with resume and details. 

HIRING | Photography Volunteer Opportunity

We are looking for a volunteer to take photos and videos at the launch of Great Book Swap at the University of Queensland at 3pm. 
A photo brief would be sent to you in advance.
A professional camera is not required but preferred.
Please note this is a volunteer position. 
All images would be credited.

MAKING | more stories

 

PUBLISHING | Two New Commercial Titles

Stori bla brutbrut en bujigat (Story about Mouse and Cat) - available now!

A gorgeous bilingual story written in Kriol and English. A QR code in the book allows readers to listen to the story in both Kriol and in English. The book is written and illustrated by two Aboriginal women from Ngukkur. 

We Look We Find - available now!

A Thaynakwith and English story written and illustrated by women and children from Napranum Community in Queensland. The story explores the experiences of being on Country with family and Elders. Young readers will love this books great rhyming scheme and fun story about
what the Napranum Community find on their Country! 

OFFERING | Special Thanks

A huge thank you to Abco Products who have now made donations of over $100,000 to our Book Supply Program, equivalent to over 10,000 books. What an impact!

We are indebted to our partner Australia Post for their support with the delivery of Book Supply packs to remote Communities and their ongoing fundraising. 

Community Fundraisers

A big thank you to Aussie Homeschool Summit 2023 who are supporting us for the second year in a row and donating $1 from each of their tickets to their yearly online conference. 

In recognition of the importance of giving, Independent Schools Queensland (ISQ) supports employee initiatives to fundraise throughout the year for a nominated charity and in 2023, staff voted to fundraise for the ILF.

A heart-warming thank you to Michelle Barr who has supported the ILF for the third year in a row by reading 50 books over the year! Michelle is aiming to raise $5000 which will allow us to gift over 500 culturally relevant books to kids in remote Communities.

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Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF)
Address: PO Box H328, Australia Square NSW 1215
Tel: (02) 9280 0644

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S2b | UPDATING | Dinners, Markets and more | 28 February 2023

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Shop with us, dine with us, enjoy art with us! Space2b events to tickle your taste buds this month


CELEBRATING | Cultural Diversity Week Laneway Market | Sunday 26 March 2023 | 10am-3pm

Mark your calendars for this upcoming laneway market to celebrate cultural diversity and shop ethical products.

Calling all designers and creatives to book a stall now. This is your opportunity to showcase your work and products to the community.

WORKSHOPPING | Meet & Mend with Maoko | Thursday 2 March 2023 | 10.30am-12pm

Come and join Japanese sewer Maoko at a regular sewing circle.

Bring a project to mend, share skills and stories together and have some fun!

Every other Thursday at Space2b, bookings essential to secure your place.

GATHERING | Eid Dinner with Friends | Thursday 27 April 2023 | from 6.30pm

Come and celebrate, learn and savour Eid with a special cultural dinner at Space2b. Our guest cook will delight you with both savoury and sweet traditional fare, explain the food and the unique traditions of this occasion. Don't miss out on this very wonderful evening, tickets sell out fast!

ANNOUNCING | End of Summer Sale | 1-28 March 2023 (in-store only)

We're starting off the month of March with a RED DOT SALE!

Come and spot the red dots in store, up to 50% off an assortment of fair trade and Australian designed products.

Bag yourself a bargain and pop in for some sale shopping!

Our fantastic team are in store from Tues-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm.


CALLING | All CALD artists for Space2b Artist Range Competition | applications close 24 April 2023

We're looking for 3 new designs for our Artists Range.

3 winners will get their designs printed on a series of Space2b products, along with a free exhibition of their original art and $150.

EXHIBITING | Finding Freedom | 28 February–26 March 2023

This month we welcome a group of incredibly courageous and talented artists, who are sharing their artwork from Ukraine, Egypt and Iran.

Expressing their personal stories through art, about 'Finding Freedom'.

Opening 11 March 2023 11am-1pm

Closing Party 26th March 2-3pm


SHOPPING

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Opening Hours:
  • Space2b Store: Tues - Fri 10am - 5pm, Sat 10am - 2pm
  • Flavours of Syria Cafe: Wed - Fri 10am - 2pm, Sat - Sun 10am - 4pm
Together we make a difference!

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Address: 144 Chapel Street, St Kilda, Melbourne Vic 3182
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S2b | CALLING | CALD Artists for Space2b Design Competition 2023

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Calling designers for our Artist Range 2023/24 to be printed on Space2b tea towels, soaps, chocolates and more!


Three WINNERS will receive:
  • Opportunity to exhibit additional three artworks in an exhibition in June
  • $150 plus your winning design printed on a tea towel and soap packaging
  • Product Launch and Exhibition Opening to promote and sell your artwork
  • Receive 100% of any artwork sales made from the exhibition
For those of you not successful this time, you will still receive:
  • Free exhibition in June, to promote and sell your original artwork
  • Receive a 75% commission on any sales of your submitted artwork from the exhibition

Artwork Specs:
  • Size: Must be A3 (29.7cm x 42cm)
  • Medium: Paint, collage or photo realism accepted
  • Note: Only one application per artist only. Multiple entries will not be accepted. 

How to Apply:
  1. Complete the Online Application form
  2. Post your artwork on your Instagram feed and tag with:
    #Space2bArtistRangeComp2023 and @space2b_design

Important Dates:
  • Registrations Close: Monday 24 April 2023 midnight
    Note: Late registrations will not be accepted after this date.
  • Artwork Delivery To Artspace Gallery: Monday 29 May, 10.30am-12.30pm
  • Winners Announced: Monday 1 May 2023 
  • Exhibition Dates 2023: Thursday 1 June - Saturday 1st July 2023
  • Exhibition Opening: Saturday 10 June 2023, 11.30am-1pm
  • Artwork Collection: Monday 3 July, 10.30am-12.30pm

Opening Hours:
  • Space2b Store: Tues - Fri 10am - 5pm, Sat 10am - 2pm
  • Flavours of Syria Cafe: Wed - Fri 9am - 2pm, Sat - Sun 9am - 4pm

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PWR | UPDATING | 2022 Annual Report, Messages of Peace & more | Friday 24 February 2023

[Edited extract from public address]

EXPLORING | 2022 Annual Report's The PoWR of Community

On Thursday, February 16th the Parliament of the World's Religions released its 2022 Annual Report spotlighting “The PoWR of Community” through an organizational overview of the critical work of PoWR's task forces, working groups, committees, volunteers, and trustees in the advancement of the organization’s mission and the success of the 2023 Parliament Convening in Chicago, USA.

INVITING | Essayists for Global Ethic Essay Contest for 2023 Parliament Convening

The Parliament of the World's Religions invites essays that engage its signature document, “Towards a Global Ethic (An Initial Declaration),” also known as the Global Ethic, in the lead-up to the 2023 Convening in Chicago, USA.

The top three contest winners will receive a complimentary registration to the 2023 Convening and will give a reading of their essay in a dedicated program session.

WELCOMING | Messages of Peace & Comfort for President Jimmy Carter by Carter Center

On Saturday 18 February 2023 the Carter Center announced that Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States and Founder of the Carter Center, had entered hospice care.

The Parliament of the World's Religions joins the global interfaith movement and people of faith, spirituality, and goodwill around the world in prayer for President Carter, his family, and his community.

The Carter Center is currently accepting messages of peace and comfort for President Carter and his family, share your own message at cartercenter.kudoboard.com/boards/wellwishes

PERFORMING | World Peace Benefit Concert to Support the Mission of the Parliament | Sunday 5 March 2023

Join Musicians for Greater Good (MGG), in collaboration with the Parliament of the World's Religions, for a benefit Concert for World Peace. Leading musicians from different countries will perform at this concert, intended to draw attention to the need for a peaceful resolution to the many conflicts going on across the globe.

The concert will be a benefit in support of the Parliament of the World's Religions to promote the mission of the organization in the advancement of peace and justice, human rights, and environmental sustainability.

SAVE THE DATE | The World Interfaith Harmony Week Reports Deadline is Coming!

The deadline for reports is fast approaching for the HM King Abdullah II World Interfaith Harmony Week Prize! Organizers observing World Interfaith Harmony Week can still qualify to win when they submit their interfaith harmony events on the WorldInterfaithHarmonyWeek.com website and submit an event report.

In order to qualify for prizes, events must be held between January 28–4 March 2023, and reports must be submitted by 7 March 2023.

WATCH NOW | Interfaith Harmony & Environmental Justice

On Saturday 11 February 2023, Green Hope Foundation hosted the webinar "Interfaith Harmony & Environmental Justice" in observance of World Interfaith Harmony Week. Featuring the participation of Marie Daher, Hawa Diallo, Nitin Ajmera, Steve Chiu, Alieu J. Pusah, Pragna Vasupal, and Kehkashan Basu.

EXPLORING | New Ways to “Shop for Good” in Support of the Parliament as the Field Changes

Nonprofit organizations like the Parliament of the World’s Religions depend on a diverse portfolio of revenue sources. One of these sources has been a growing emphasis on the field “shop for good”, where businesses offer shoppers the opportunity to donate funds from their purchases and online activity.

One of the largest businesses offering this service, Amazon, ended its AmazonSmile donation program effective February 20, 2023. PoWR supporters can still “shop for good” through donation programs at DealAid.org, PayPal, eBay, and RoundUp App.

STAYING | Up to date with the work of the Parliament


ADVANCING | The mission of the Parliament of the World's Religions by supporting:


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ECCV | ISSUING | eBulletin #32 | February 2023

[Edited extract from public address]

Earlier in February, ECCV released our 2023-24 Pre-Budget Submission, which made recommendations for targeted investments across 16 key areas in the upcoming State budget. 

The submission also reiterates our call for a co-designed Multicultural Strategy, which takes a whole-of-government approach to engaging with and supporting our multicultural communities to ensure they are no longer an afterthought in service design and delivery.

Co-design and consultation with migrant and refugee communities, as well as the multicultural sector organisations that support them, is key to taking everyone’s concerns, perspectives, experiences and interests into account. It is promising to see increasing interest in engagement and partnerships with multicultural groups and organisations, and recognition that the one-size-fits all approach is not equipped to provide the culturally safe and inclusive care our communities need and deserve.

Our Joint Statement with the Victorian Alcohol and Drug Association, released this week, brings this point home by highlighting the barriers people from migrant and refugee backgrounds face in accessing alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment. Research shows that migrant and refugee communities significantly under-utilise AOD support. This is not because our communities are not in need, but because the mainstream system is not set up to engage safely and meaningfully with people from migrant and refugee backgrounds.

We are looking forward to holding a multicultural community consultation on climate change next month, as part of a national project led by FECCA and the Multicultural Leadership Initiative.

We are also currently conducting two surveys exploring the experiences and insights of Victoria's migrant and refugee communities. Our survey on racism conducted in partnership with Victoria University and the Islamic Council of Victoria, and it aims to improve reporting pathways and support services for people who experience racism.

The results of the Victorian mental health system survey will inform a paper on how to boost access to culturally safe mental health support. The paper is part of the advocacy work of the newly established Victorian Multicultural Mental Health Network, which will be a tremendous asset to the current reform process, ensuring our mental health system is safe, equitable and inclusive for all.

We are proud to be part of these research projects, and we invite you to take part and share them with your networks. Multicultural communities must be part of the conversation about the big picture issues we are facing, so no one is left out of the decision-making process when it comes to building a richer and fairer Victoria.

Eddie Micallef, Chairperson

PREVENTING | AOD harm in diverse communities

ECCV has partnered with the Victorian Alcohol and Drug Association (VAADA) on a joint statement highlighting the barriers migrant and refugee communities face in accessing alcohol and other drug (AOD) support. The paper points to the importance of strengthening partnerships between AOD services and the multicultural sector to build a coordinated and culturally inclusive service model. 

HEARING | Your say: making the mental health system culturally safe

ECCV is inviting mental health service providers, policy-makers and people with lived experience from migrant and refugee backgrounds to take part in an online survey. The survey results will inform a discussion paper for the newly founded Victorian Multicultural Mental Health Network, examining how access to culturally responsive services for diverse communities can be improved. 

SHAPING | Victoria's anti-racism support services

ECCV is partnering with the Islamic Council of Victoria and Victoria University on a research project, funded by VicHealth, to inform recommendations on how to improve reporting pathways and supports for people who experience racism. 

UNDERSTANDING | Multicultural carer needs | 4 April 2023

ECCV is partnering with Carers Victoria to host an online forum to discuss how to meaningfully engage with and support carers in multicultural communities. This free forum, aimed at community organisations and people working to support culturally diverse carers and their loved ones, is part of our Recognising and Respecting Carers project. 

HOSTING | Multicultural climate change consultation | 9 March 2023

ECCV is hosting a community consultation workshop at the Greek Centre for a national research project on climate change and how to best empower multicultural communities to take part in climate action. All participants will receive $50 for their time. The project is led by FECCA and the Multicultural Leadership Initiative. 

WELCOMING | New All One Together anti-racism ambassador

ECCV welcomes Royal Melbourne Hospital as the latest ambassador for our All One Together anti-racism project, which supports workplaces across Victoria to improve their diversity and inclusion policies and practices. The Royal Melbourne Hospital joins 25 other ambassadors that have committed to ending racism in the workplace.

ANNOUNCING | ECCV Pre-Budget Submission is out now

ECCV's Pre-Budget Submission 2023-24 calls on the state government to implement a long-term vision for Victoria that is creative and resilient, capable of responding to the needs and challenges of the state's growing diverse communities. The submission puts forward recommendations across 16 key areas, with a focus on strengthening the multicultural sector and investing in a co-designed Multicultural Strategy.

HIRING | Are you our new Policy Officer?

We are currently seeking an experienced and driven Policy Officer with a passion for multiculturalism and social justice to join our team. Working with the Director of Partnerships & Projects, the successful candidate will coordinate ECCV's Policy Advisory Committees, and produce publications and reports that demonstrate high-level research and analysis skills. 

SUPPORTING | Power Saving Bonus program

ECCV's Multicultural Outreach team will be assisting people from migrant and refugee communities to apply for the next round of the state government's $250 Power Saving Bonus, due to commence in March. Our team can assist in Arabic, English, Hindi, Italian, Punjabi, Somali, and Turkish as well as additional languages by engaging TIS National. 

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GEIFN | MIXING | Media | March 2023

Best wishes for less Suffering, more Happiness with Good Health and Time to Enjoy it. Welcome to Berber Calendar Year 2973.

Sharing a timely aspiration:
"It is not our differences that divide us. It is our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences."
Audre Lorde, American writer, womanist, radical feminist, professor, and civil rights activist (1934-1992 CE)

If having no reason to celebrate this month, here are 4 prepared earlier:

In this iEdition, the individual 'i' is an illusory compound that can't see itself, thinks its real and separate from its situation. Through this Confusion, this 'i' then thinks, says and does more things that makes more Confusion. With clarity, timely recall and personal effort, individuals get the benefit of iGrowth.

Imagine each individual's past is a stream that empties into a lake. The lake is deeper and calmer so the bubbling churning stream waters soon dissipate upon entry. It is this point that is the individual experience of the present moment. We were floating down the stream and now bobbing in the lake.

Our individual suffering is like a stomach cramp, thrown stone or floating debris. Our bobbing, or paddling or thrashing causes ripples radiating out from our presence. 

Even if our own piece of the lake is calm, it is subject to ripples from actions of others or external events. The individual peace enjoyed by some can not last while others continue to suffer. There can be no lasting outer peace while there is no inner peace. 

Peaceful societies are like a still surface of a lake. A society's suffering is like the surface chopped up by individuals in a speed boat. And of course there is always the possibility of an uncontrollable external event, ie, the wash of a bigger more powerful boat passing us or sudden storm passing.

While inner peace does not guarantee freedom from external events, it is a prerequisite for dealing beneficially with what's in front of the face. While still waters diffuse incoming ripples, disturbed waters continue, magnify or contribute to the churn.

And when we choose to finish splashing about, we get out of the water, dry ourselves off and go to a bus stop.

All aboard the iBus.

Remember: information may contain misunderstandings, deliberate omissions and complete fabrications. Accept nothing blindly. Test for usefulness: if useful keep; adapt for personal circumstances if necessary; or if unuseful discard. Be your own guiding light.


The following monthly curation from publicly available information is offered below for consideration.

Topics

  1. Guest Sings
  2. Stream Jives
  3. Wisdom Reconciles
  4. Media Writes
  5. TED Talks
  6. Music Challenges
  7. Acknowledgments

    1. Guest Sings

    Approx 5 min presentation 

    2. Street Jives

    Approx 2 min presentation 

    3. Wisdom Reconciles


    4. Media Writes

    Approx 5 min reads

    Intro
    Benjamin Law explores dicey topics Money, Politics and Sex with Helen Haines who recounts "‘I had a really good life’: So why did I decide to run for parliament?” via The Sydney Morning Herald

    Sherine Tadros explores overcoming public exposure of loss and adversity "When my fiancé left, I found the courage to pursue my true calling” via The Age
     
    Konrad Marshall explores identity, professional sport and public perceptions as "‘Life changes tomorrow’: What happened when pro basketball’s Isaac Humphries came out” via The Sydney Morning Herald


    Intra
    Katrina Marson explores identity, healthy relationships and sustainable wellbeing with reasons why "Teaching kids that sex is shameful can harm them for life” via WA Today

    Kate Gaffney explores context, education and learning recounting how "I was a school refuser for years - now I have five university degrees” via The Age

    Dilvin Yasa explores connection, commitment and companionship recounting when "Emily and Mark got pregnant after a one-night-stand. Now they’re happily married” via The Sydney Morning Herald


    Inter
    Sita Walker explores union, separation and forging new lives when "Sitting in a café, my husband suddenly handed me divorce papers. I had no idea why” via WA Today

    Moya Dodd explores gender, identity, respectful passion and inclusivity on a global stage arguing why "Telling LGBTQ players and fans to ‘Visit Saudi’ is a huge own goal by FIFA” via The Brisbane Times

    Nicole Abadee explores violence of war, seeking asylum and finding refuge recounting when "The blasts came: Medical student Anastasiia had 15 minutes to pack. Now she’s here” via The Age


    Multi
    Lauren Ironmonger explores identity, family and society’s attitudes to "Interracial dating: The Aussies marrying ‘outside their lanes’” via The Age

    Mary Ward explores identity, belonging and gathering "From Tamworth to Taylor Square, Australia shows off its pride to the world” via The Age

    Bridget McManus explores the outback, community and race relations when reviewing an episode of Back Roads when "Tennant Creek shares its story in wake of Alice Springs crisis” via The Brisbane Times


    All
    Karl Quinn explores place, people and passion as "Eddie Betts turns his wildly popular books into new series for Netflix” via The Sydney Morning Herald

    Fenella Souter explores conceiving, parenting and loving when "Wrangling four kids under four – three of them identical triplets” via WA Today

    Waleed Aly explores precious nature of life, love and passing reflecting in "Jan’s parting gift to me is life’s most valuable lesson” via The Age


    Togather
    Adam Carey and Nicole Precel explores education, learning and engaging are some of the reasons "State schools dominate list of NAPLAN high achievers” via The Age

    Carolyn Webb and Sumeyya Ilanbey explores peaceful coexistence, diversity and belonging when rainbow "Colours of the world come out to show their Pride” via The Age

    Adam Carey explores childhood, stability and educational outcomes as "‘No longer a pipe dream’: Hundreds of young people from out-of-home care helped into university” via The Age


    Nobly
    Michael Lallo explores identity, religion and education recounting when "An atheist, Muslim and Catholic swapped schools. This is what happened” via The Age

    Amanda Hooton explores background, parenting and raising brighter futures recounting how "David and Carolyn filled a Kombi with their own kids – and still decided to foster” via WA Today

    Nicole Abadee explores life on the road with Megan Davis and Pat Anderson, writing "‘We understand poverty intimately’: The best friends working together for the Voice” via The Brisbane Times


    6. Music Challenges

    Approx 30 min presentation + reflection times

    If desired, a short selection of publicly available material on a chosen theme for personal reflection. 

    For best results, sit comfortably with a straight back, have headphones in a shared space, after each clicked link, allow a little reflection with your personally-held view before clicking on the next link.

    Get ready to Reflect!
    Choose your playing level:
    Be introduced at 1.
    Be soothed at 2-4.
    Be shocked at 5.
    Be inspired at 6.
    Fuller illumination 1-6.
    You be the judge. Or not.

    Cryptic Clue:
    What is one way to overcome obstacles?
    1. Inspire
    2. Perspire
    3. Collaborate
    4. Engage: Test for personal circumstances, if useful keep, if unuseful discard, if exceeds needs, share mindfully
    5. Endure: Adapt for present times without sacrificing intent
    6. Endear: (Inspiring Others To Tend the Flame) live/ demonstrate/ inspire/ teach experience with others
    This challenge understands difference is necessary before overcoming Indifference and welcoming redress.

    understand
    [un’der’stand]
    From Old English understandan: under- = below; beneath, lower in status; subordinate, undersecretary, insufficient; incomplete + stand = rise to one's feet,  place or set in an upright or specified positiona, dopt a particular attitude, remain valid or unaltered
    1. perceive the intended meaning of (words, a language, or a speaker). Ie, the student didn't understand a word the teacher said. Ie, the debating team could usually make themselves be understood. Ie, the reader understood what the author was saying. 
      • perceive the significance, explanation, or cause of. Ie, the onlooker didn't really understand the situation. Ie, the new arrival couldn't understand why we burst out laughing. 
    2. interpret or view (something) in a particular way. Ie, as the term is usually understood, legislation refers to regulations and directives. 
      • infer something from information received (often used as a polite formula in conversation). Ie, I understand you're at art school. Ie, as I understood it, the visitor was flying back to the States tomorrow. 
      • regard (a missing word, phrase, or idea) as present: ‘present company excepted’ is always understood when sweeping generalizations are being made. 
      • assume to be the case; take for granted. Ie, the captain liked to play the field, that was understood. 
    3. be sympathetically or knowledgeably aware of the character or nature of, Ie, Picasso understood colour. Ie, I understand how you feel.

    difference
    [dif’fer’ence]
    From Middle English: via Old French from Latin differentia = a distinguishing mark or characteristic.
    1. a point or way in which people or things are dissimilar. Ie, the differences between men and women. 
      • the state or condition of being dissimilar. Ie, their difference from one another. 
      • a quantity by which amounts differ; the remainder left after subtraction of one value from another. Ie, the insurance company will pay the difference. 
      • (Heraldry) an alteration in a coat of arms to distinguish members or branches of a family. 
    2. a disagreement, quarrel, or dispute. Ie, the couple are patching up their differences.

    Indifference
    [in’dif’fer’ence]
    From late Middle English (in the sense ‘being neither good nor bad’): from Latin indifferentia, from in- = not + different = differing, deferring
    1. lack of interest, concern, or sympathy. Ie, the student shrugged, feigning indifference. 
      • Unimportance. Ie, it cannot be regarded as a matter of indifference. 
    2. Mediocrity. Ie, the indifference of the soccer team's midfield.

    redress
    [re’dress]
    From Middle English: the verb from Old French redresser; the noun via Anglo-Norman French redresse
    verb
    1. remedy or set right (an undesirable or unfair situation). Ie, the power to redress the grievances of our citizens. 
    2. (archaic) set upright again. Ie, the commissioning of an ambitious Architect to redress a leaning Wall. 
    noun
    • remedy or compensation for a wrong or grievance. Ie, those seeking redress for an infringement of public law rights.
    [Practice]

    Optional
    -- Chant Mantrastyle

    Why? Why not?
    Start today. 
    As the case may be.
    Or not.




    7. Acknowledgments

    Reconciliation
    Acknowledging traditional inhabitants of Cities of Port Phillip and Glen Eira are the Boon Wurrung, Bunurong and Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nation. Respect is offered to past, present and future elders of all spiritual traditions. May we find together a generous way to accommodate those in need of refuge. Let us be cool, strive individually and together to overcome inequality, violence, disengagement, tragedy and injustice wherever it may be. Let us honour, savor and enjoy results of mindful effort so more thrive peacefully with less effort in our place called home.

    Invitation to Support Content Creators
    The music/stories/videos have been sourced from public domain. If you like any of the content, please consider buying directly from online marketplaces to support creators and truth telling in the public interest.

    Caretaker Disclosure
    Words and concepts are conditional things that point to a 'reflection of experience'. They are limited and do not adequately describe the 'full lived experience'. Like the moon's reflection on a lake's surface, it is not the moon, nor the experience of gazing up at the darkened sky transformed by the presence of a full moon. It is in the eyes/ears/nose/mouth/touch/cognisance of the beholder.

    This curation is an interpretation of the universal basis of re:lig:ion (Latin = again:uniting:energy) or bodhicitta (Sanskrit = Awakening Consciousness). This email invites a sharing of countless thoughts, words and actions wishing, causing and receiving less Suffering and more Happiness. For benefit initially of the individual increasing in beneficiaries until it includes all across the 3 times and 10 directions. Or not. As each case may be.

    It is not personal, it just the way things are.


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