May 2020 – Page 2 – Ethnic Council of Shepparton and District

In language video on family violence

May 15, 2020 by Ethnic Council

Victoria Police has today launched videos in multiple languages to encourage people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities to seek help if they are experiencing family violence.

The videos are available in English and 12 other languages: Arabic, Burmese, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dari, Farsi, Greek, Italian, Punjabi, Macedonian, Turkish and Vietnamese.

These videos will soon also be available in an additional 13 languages: Hindi, Pashto, Khmer, Korean, Japanese, Serbian, Sinhalese, Spanish, Tamil, Thai, Malay, Somali, Russian and Polish.

Support for Vulnerable People

May 22, 2020May 14, 2020 by Ethnic Council

The Australian Government has provided Red Cross with funding to support people who are highly vulnerable to destitution as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. These funds are for people who are not Australian citizens or permanent residents, have no way to support themselves, and have urgent needs.

Shepparton CALD Pen Pals

May 14, 2020 by Ethnic Council

Greater Shepparton City Council is running a CALD (Cultural & Linguistically Diverse) Pen Pal Initiative Group for the Senior Citizens of the Goulburn Valley.

Racism has no place in Australia

May 13, 2020 by Ethnic Council

Recently there has been an upsurge in racist abuse and attacks in parts of the nation. In response, the Home Affairs Dept has prepared Fact Sheet entitled “Racism has no place in Australia” which has been translated to many languages. A selection of these translations is given here for local community reading and, where necessary, taking of action against racism. Factsheets in Language are available.

Friendship Cafe – Victoria Police

December 30, 2020May 11, 2020 by Ethnic Council

On Monday 11 May, the Friendship Cafe will visit a lady Policewoman and hear her journey in becoming a Police Officer.

Law Week: Free Legal Advice in Languages Other Than English

May 11, 2020 by Ethnic Council

Many law firms and community legal centres are offering free legal advice over the telephone during Law Week. Simply book an appointment with one of those organisations and let them know you would like an interpreter.

Victorian Government COVID-19 Response Package for Multicultural Communities

May 13, 2020May 8, 2020 by Ethnic Council

The Victorian Government has announced $11.3 million in funding over two years for a package of targeted supports to ensure that community organisations and services are equipped to respond to the urgent needs of multicultural and faith communities in Victoria.

Helping Multicultural Victorians through Coronavirus

May 8, 2020 by Ethnic Council

The Victorian Government is supporting multicultural and multifaith families to ensure they stay connected to their communities amid the coronavirus pandemic. Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ros Spence today announced $11.3 million to help these communities, which are facing their own unique challenges due to social isolation, language barriers or difficulties accessing services such as income support, Medicare or Centrelink.

Australia’s Migration Program: A Statement

May 8, 2020 by Ethnic Council

The coronavirus pandemic is undoubtedly one of the greatest challenges facing our nation and world. As we navigate this challenge we have an opportunity to rethink many of our social and economic levers, including Australia’s migration program.

Jobkeeper Payment – in Language

May 5, 2020 by Ethnic Council

The Australian Tax Office has provided summary information about the JobKeeper Payment in a number of languages other than English.