ECCV statement on the Israel-Hamas conflict The Ethnic Communities’ Council of Victoria (ECCV) is deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. We strongly condemn the indiscriminate and abhorrent attacks carried out by Hamas on Israel. Our hearts go...
The Ethnic Communities’ Council of Victoria (ECCV) is joining forces with Yes23 and the Multicultural Australia for Voice alliance to raise awareness about the upcoming referendum among Victoria’s migrant and refugee communities. This partnership effort...
By Dr. Bernardo Figueiredo & Dr. Torgeir Aleti RMIT University Project Leads, Shaping Connections The Shaping Connections project developed by RMIT, in partnership with the University of Third Age, aims to help seniors understand the benefits of technology and how...
The City of Melbourne’s neighbourhood centres play an important role in making the city’s growing seniors population stay more connected, supported and enriched. On any given week, the newly refurbished Jean McKendry Neighbourhood Centre in North Melbourne hosts many...
By Professor Bianca Brijnath – Director, Social Gerontology – National Ageing Research Institute To attract and retain our vital aged care workforce, we must take steps to address the racism migrant workers face on the job. The Australian aged care sector...
The Victorian Senior of the Year Awards are presented annually each October. Nominations for the awards this year close on Friday 28 July. The Victorian Senior of the Year Awards recognise the volunteer work and contributions to community life of older Victorians....
