As a Refugee Welcome Zone, Council has made a commitment in spirit to welcoming refugees into the community, upholding the human rights of refugees, demonstrating compassion for refugees and enhancing cultural and religious diversity in the community.
https://www.refugeecouncil.org.au/refugee-welcome-zones/
Sutherland Shire Council strives for a connected and safe community that respects people and nature and enjoys active lives in a strong local economy.
We are a diverse community of residents from a variety of cultures.
Information about Translation and Interpreter services
Gymea Community Aid & Information Centre provides settlement assistance and support for newly arrived residents, migrants and refugees and multicultural aged care services. Ph: 9524 9559
Sutherland Hospital and Community Health Service The Diversity Health Coordinator provides assistance with translators, menus and culturally specific requirements in hospital. Ph: 9522 1000
Transcultural Mental Health Centre Promotes access to mental health services for people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Ph: 9912 3851.
Multicultural Disability Advocacy Association of NSW Inc. Focused on people with disabilities from culturally and linguistically diverse / non English Speaking backgrounds. Ph: 9891 6400
Harmony Day celebrates Australia’s cultural diversity. It’s about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone. Council supports community organisations in Harmony Day events.
The Schools Refugee Forum: Awareness Advocacy Action provides an opportunity to build young people's awareness of the issues facing refugees and people seeking asylum in Australia. It gives them a chance to take action in creating more welcoming communities through table-talk discussion, listening to inspiring guest speakers, and creative ideas.
If you would like your school to be involved pleas contact James Jackson on 9710 0381 or email at jjackson@ssc.nsw.gov.au
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