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Full house for ECCV’s 2026 State Election Forum
More than 140 people gathered at Millennium House for ECCV’s State Election Forum.
State Election 2026: multicultural voters matter
The Ethnic Communities’ Council of Victoria has released its 2026 State Election Platform, highlighting key priorities for the next Victorian Government, ahead of November’s State Election.
New premier and multicultural reforms for Victoria
Leadership change and new multicultural legislation signal an important period for Victoria’s multicultural communities and public institutions.
More than 150 seniors celebrate positive ageing at ECCV event
More than 150 seniors from multicultural communities across Victoria came together at Coburg Town Hall for ECCV’s Multicultural Seniors Celebration.
A life building inclusion and meaningful connections for women and families: An interview with Theresa Sengaaga Ssali
At 77, Theresa Sengaaga Ssali continues to redefine what it means to age well. A social worker, advocate and community leader, she is the co-founder and past president of the African Women’s and Families Network (AWAFN).
Fifty years promoting community, culture and participation for Italian seniors: An interview with Frank Di Blasi
A former Sicilian journalist and Justice of Peace, Frank Di Blasi was instrumental in establishing over 90 Italian seniors citizens’ clubs across Victoria under the Co.As.It. umbrella.
The Northern Federation of Ethnic Senior Citizens Clubs
The Northern Federation of Ethnic Senior Citizens Clubs is a multicultural umbrella organisation that brings together leaders of senior groups from diverse cultural backgrounds across Melbourne’s northern suburbs.
Falls Prevention
A new research partnership is helping older people from multicultural communities build strength, improve balance and reduce the risk of falls.
Report: Inclusive ageing must be free from racism
New research highlights the impact of racism, isolation and cultural exclusion on African Australian seniors, and the urgent need for culturally safe care.
Multicultural and Multifaith community champion: An interview with Stephen Chew
Stephen Chew speaks about the role volunteers have in building social connections and positive ageing initiatives. He is the president of ECCV member organisation, the Zee Cheng Khor Moral Uplifting Society (ZCK).
ECCV response to Federal Budget 2026
Budget 2026-27: Peak body welcomes targeted funding while urging more support for multicultural Victorians
ECCV calls for sustained investment in multicultural communities ahead of state election
Budget 2026-27: Peak body welcomes targeted funding while urging more support for multicultural Victorians
Policy and Project Officer (closed)
A unique opportunity to join ECCV, the peak body for multicultural communities in Victoria, as a Policy and Project Officer supporting policy and project work.
ECCV calls for expanded and more accessible Humanitarian Program
ECCV is calling for Australia’s Humanitarian Program to be progressively increased to 27,000 places by 2029-30, alongside reforms to ensure the program is fairer, more accessible and better reflects current global need.
STATEMENT: Impact on Lebanese Australians
As an organisation advocating for migrants and refugees, we acknowledge the deep distress felt locally.