News & Stories
What will change under the new Aged Care Act?
Find out what reforms are in store when the new Aged Care Act comes into effect across Australia on 1 November 2025.
Popping open the Biscuit Tin
A new project aims to promote dignity and respect for older women by sharing their achievements and treasured recipes
Shattering shame: elder abuse in migrant and refugee communities
ECCV is empowering older people from migrant and refugee backgrounds to find their voice and say no to mistreatment and neglect
Thrive at the Hive
Discover a long-running Melbourne program encouraging older people to eat well, stay fit and connect with community
ECCV welcomes Budget measures to support our multicultural communities
We call on the Allan Government to continue investing in multicultural Victoria to maintain our state’s core strength even in fiscally tough times.
Submission on Foundational Supports
ECCV made a submission to the Australian Department of Social Services to inform the design of the new Foundational Supports.
Annual Report 2023-24 launched
ECCV is pleased to share our Annual Report 2023-24, offering an overview of our work over the past year.
2024 Annual General Meeting
The event marked ECCV’s 50th anniversary and it was a testament to the enduring strength of Victoria’s diverse communities.
Community insights on COVID 65+
A new resource by the Multicultural Centre for Women’s Health explores the unique challenges faced by older migrant women during the pandemic.
Bridging the digital divide
A new research report by ECCV highlights how digital illiteracy has become a new disability for older people from migrant backgrounds.
Wish come true: Befriending with GENIE
A new project is working to reduce loneliness and increase social support for older people from migrant and refugee backgrounds living with dementia and their caregivers
Tackling elder abuse in migrant and refugee communities
ECCV’s elder abuse prevention programs are empowering older people from migrant and refugee backgrounds to know their rights and seek help.
Report: Impacts of the digital divide on older migrants
ECCV’s new research report examines the impact Australia’s increasing reliance on technology is having on older people from migrant backgrounds.
Submission – Energy Retail Code of Practice Review
ECCV recently collaborated with the Victorian Council of Social Service and Uniting Vic.Tas on a submission to the Essential Services Commission.
Join ECCV’s Multicultural Young Advocacy Group
ECCV is inviting young people aged 18-26 to join our Multicultural Young Advocacy Group to help shape mental health support for young people.