Nominations are now open for the 2026 Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence. These prestigious awards recognise multicultural Victorians at the highest level.
Know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to Victoria’s multicultural communities? Nominate them today!
There are 13 award categories spanning arts, business, sport, youth leadership and more. Nominations close Monday 13 July 2026 ⏰
Find out more and nominate: https://www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/victorian-multicultural-awards-excellence-nomination-page-2026
#VMC #MulticulturalVictoria #MAE2026 #CelebratingDiversity #MulticulturalAchievements #NominationsOpen
Meet Paris, one of our 2026 Multicultural Youth Network (MYN) members!
As an MYN member, he wants to “Create a community where diversity and equality are truly lived values. Young people deserve to feel that they belong and have meaningful opportunities to participate, lead, and succeed. By elevating multicultural youth voices and ensuring they are respected and heard, an inclusive community will be fostered.”
For more details of our MYN members, please visit https://www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/multicultural-youth-network
IG: @jxnnoel
#VMC #MulticulturalYouth #MYN2026 #YouthLeadership #InclusionMatters #Mentorship #WelcomeAll.
The Victorian Multicultural Commission, together with the Iranian Australian Association of Mental Health Professionals, is hosting a free community mental health session for the Iranian community in Victoria.
Delivered in both Persian and English by professional mental health practitioners from within the Iranian community, the session will cover psycho-education on trauma, stress, and anxiety, practical coping strategies, and information on mental health and wellbeing services available in Victoria.
The session is especially intended for Iranian families, students, temporary visa holders, and anyone experiencing distress, isolation, or uncertainty in the wake of the ongoing conflict in Iran.
Places are limited. Register now to secure your seat.
📅 Thursday, 21 May
🕕 6.00 pm to 8.30 pm
📍 Manningham Civic Centre
🎟️ Free. Register here: /mental-health-persian-community
#VMC #MulticulturalVictoria #MentalHealth #IranianCommunity #CommunityWellbeing
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Meet Dim, one of our 2026 Multicultural Youth Network (MYN) members!
As an MYN member, she hopes to “Collaborate with like‑minded young people to address issues affecting multicultural youth, become more proactive, develop leadership skills, and be a strong voice for the diverse community. By advocating for inclusion, equality, and opportunities for young people from diverse backgrounds, and individually, a positive growth will be fostered to support and connect the community.”
For more details of our MYN members, please visit https://www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/multicultural-youth-network
#VMC #MulticulturalYouth #MYN2026 #YouthLeadership #InclusionMatters #Mentorship #WelcomeAll.
To hold a world within you, and pass it on to another.
Victoria's multicultural mothers carry this across languages, oceans, and generations — building homes from memories and remaking them with love. They nurture in many forms, and weave new threads into the fabric of this state.
Today is for them.
Happy Mother's Day to every mother across Victoria 💐
#MothersDay #MulticulturalVictoria #VictorianMulticulturalCommission
Meet Neeraj, one of our 2026 Multicultural Youth Network (MYN) members!
As an MYN member, she is motivated to "Increase awareness of the diverse cultures and communities that shape our society, strengthen social cohesion, and support initiatives that foster inclusion and positive connections across different communities.”
For more details of our MYN members, please visit https://www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/multicultural-youth-network
#VMC #MulticulturalYouth #MYN2026 #YouthLeadership #InclusionMatters #Mentorship #WelcomeAll.
♻️ The Win a Million! Cents competition from CDS Vic is back, giving Victorians the chance to turn recycling into community impact.
Return 50 or more eligible containers at a CDS Vic refund point and go in the draw to win 1 of 5 x $10,000 cash prizes (that’s a million cents 💰).
One winner will also be able to donate $10,000 to a registered CDS Vic donation partner, supporting a range of community organisations and local groups.
🗓️ 4 May - 14 June
🌏 Multilingual resources available
Visit winamillioncents.com.au for full details and entry information.
#CDSVic #RecyclingRewards #Community
Meet Mariam, one of our 2026 Multicultural Youth Network (MYN) members!
As an MYN member, she is motivated to "Advocate for youth voices in policy development and contribute to creating inclusive opportunities for CALD youth by collaborating with other members, share ideas, and help improve access to employment pathways, social cohesion, and leadership opportunities across Victoria.”
For more details of our MYN members, please visit https://www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/multicultural-youth-network
#VMC #MulticulturalYouth #MYN2026 #YouthLeadership #InclusionMatters #Mentorship #WelcomeAll.
🌟 An exciting leadership opportunity for young women aged 16-18 who identify as African or African-Australian.
Miss Junubia is a community-led initiative designed to build confidence, leadership capability and community connection during the winter school holidays ❄️
For enquiries, reach out at [email protected]
#YouthLeadership #YoungWomen #CommunityLed #MulticulturalVictoria @missjunubiaaustralia@achollyarow
Meet Lhasay, one of our 2026 Multicultural Youth Network (MYN) members!
As an MYN member, she is motivated to "Participate in youth‑led policy discussions and apply economics background to real‑world issues to engage with young people from diverse cultural backgrounds, understand the challenges they face, and help develop practical and sustainable community solutions.”
For more details of our MYN members, please visit https://www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/multicultural-youth-network
#VMC #MulticulturalYouth #MYN2026 #YouthLeadership #InclusionMatters #Mentorship #WelcomeAll
Consultation is now open to help shape Victoria’s next State Disability Plan and Victorian Autism Plan.
Insights from people with disability, Autistic people, families, carers and supporters, advocates and allies, disabled people’s organisations, community organisations and local government will inform priorities for the next plans.
Accessible formats and translations are available.
Learn more: https://engage.vic.gov.au/disabilityplan
Looking to share your community event, program or opportunity with multicultural communities across Victoria?
VMC Connect is our dedicated online platform where individuals and organisations can promote initiatives, post events and connect directly with VMC Commissioners, Regional Advisory Council members, government representatives, service providers, peak bodies and multicultural communities across the state - making it a powerful space to connect, collaborate and amplify your work.
It’s free and easy to use ! Join the network and start connecting today:
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