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A Mackay organisation will receive a share of almost $1.7 million to help build a more inclusive multicultural Queensland by delivering community-led projects that support social and economic participation and young people.
As a recipient of this year’s Celebrating Multicultural Queensland program’s project funding round, George Street Neighbourhood Centre Association Inc. will receive $42,680 to help create opportunities for people from diverse cultural backgrounds to better connect and contribute to the local community.
Fourteen projects across Queensland will share nearly $505,000 to create more economic and social opportunities for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Member for Mackay Julieanne Gilbert said, “The response to this year’s funding round showed just how passionate local community groups and organisations are in building a more inclusive Queensland.
“I am thrilled George Street Neighbourhood Centre is one of the successful recipients, being able to connect new families to the services they need is a necessary service.”
In addition, another 15 projects will receive almost $1.2 million to engage young people from culturally diverse backgrounds to help break down barriers and increase their access to, and inclusion within, their community.
These include a science, technology, engineering and maths skills project to expand study and career pathways for young girls in Townsville, and a youth mentoring and support hub program that will provide social and educational activities for those facing significant barriers to participation in school and community life in Brisbane.
Other projects include an Ubuntu theatre training and life skills project for young people from diverse African backgrounds in Cairns.
Minister for Multicultural Affairs Charis Mullen expressed her enthusiasm towards the project, recognising the benefits and attributes the grant will have on the region.
“I’m delighted to know these projects will build on the many things Queenslanders are already doing to help their communities flourish.
“As Queenslanders, we are stronger when we ensure everyone has the chance to forge connections and contribute their skills to their local community – it’s how we can build a more inclusive, harmonious and united state.”
$1.7 million has been allocated under the 2023–24 Celebrating Multicultural Queensland project funding round through two categories: the Economic and Social Participation category and the Youth and Community Connection category.
Grants totalling $1.7 million have been allocated through the Celebrating Multicultural Queensland program for community-led projects to build social and economic participation.
A total of 29 organisations will share in the funding.
Projects will create opportunities for Queenslanders from diverse cultural backgrounds to fully participate in local communities.
“I look forward to seeing these projects help break down barriers that may prevent some people from realising their ambitions and fully participating in the social and economic life of their community,” Minister Mullen added.
Further information about the Celebrating Multicultural Queensland program can be found at www.des.qld.gov.au/cmq-program
Neighbourhood Centre Association Inc. will receive $42,680 to help create opportunities for people from diverse cultural backgrounds to better connect and contribute to the local community.
