Low cost “Learn Local” courses at over 200 locations across Victoria to help you learn skills for work, study and life.
在家附近就能学习新技能
Learn Local 是由维州政府注册登记并提供经费的非营利性社区组织，在维多利亚州共200多个地点设有价格低廉的 Learn Local 课程，让您灵活提升工作、学习和生活技能。
详见: https://www.vic.gov.au/learn-local-simplified-chinese
Be That Teacher is a joint Australian, state and territory government initiative which aims to showcase the value and importance of teachers and encourages individuals to consider a career in teaching.
澳洲政府鼓励人们从事教育职业，详见: https://www.bethatteacher.gov.au/translated-resources#toc-chinese-simplified-mandarin-; https://www.bethatteacher.gov.au/become-teacher
身为父母，收到孩子发自内心的感谢信可能是最令人欣慰的事了。获奖教师Tran Mincrov的父母最近就收到了女儿的致谢，感激他们支持自己从事教育事业的决定 – 尽管这个决定与他们希望自己学医的期望相去甚远。详细了解Tran和她父母的心路历程，以及她为何坚信从教与父母为她树立的价值观是一致的，详见: https://www.bethatteacher.gov.au/translated-resources#toc-chinese-simplified-mandarin-
希望孩子能得到最好的东西，是一种崇高的愿望；而助理校长Hissen Marouff认为，何谓成功和充实的职业，却一直在变化。在一篇观点文章中，Hissen探讨了父母和子女关于中学毕业后职业方向选择的观点对比变化，并呼吁父母们解放思想，考虑教育职业能带来的好处。详见: https://www.bethatteacher.gov.au/translated-resources#toc-chinese-simplified-mandarin-
Services Australia has updated the “Recently arrived in Australia? ” brochure. The “Recently arrived in Australia? ” brochure is useful for people who have recently moved to Australia. It provides helpful information about:
详见: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/recently-arrived-australia-translation
中文版本如下:
Ms Ming Long AM delivered the 2024 Wang Gungwu Lecture on 26 February 2024 at Great Hall, Australian Parliament House in Canberra. 龙明彦女士在2024年度王庚武教授讲座上发表主旨演讲。
Ms Ming Long AM is the first woman of Chinese heritage to lead an ASX200 company, Chair of the Diversity Council Australia, and winner of the inaugural 2023 Asian-Australian Leadership Lifetime Achievement Award.
The annual Wang Gungwu Lecture promotes the substantial and longstanding contributions of Chinese-Australians to our national story, and provides an enduring platform for discussion on what it means to be Chinese-Australian today.
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Celebrate Cultural Diversity Week on 18-24 March 2024
Join us in celebrating Cultural Diversity Week from 18th to 24 March! This year, the Victorian Multicultural Commission invites you to embrace the beauty of diversity through the power of #OurSharedStories.
From cherished memories to journeys across continents, every story contributes to the rich tapestry of our multicultural identity. Share your story and explore others’ narratives here – https://bit.ly/3uFMJFa
The Week also reminds all of the UN’s International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on 21st March. Whilst important to acknowledge and celebrate our cultural diversity, it’s also important to better understand and address the plight of racial discrimination and racism.
Whether you’re an individual, part of a community group, a business, or a government agency, we encourage you to host your own Cultural Diversity Week event or activity.
Join the statewide conversation by using hashtags #CulturalDiversityWeek, #Oursharedstories, #CDW2024 and tag us on socials @multiculturevic
Explore resources, find inspiration, and discover more by visiting: https://www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/event-resources
Find events in your council at: https://www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/attend-local-event-cultural-diversity-week
Congratulations to the Asian Australian Volunteers (AAV) for Their Recognition as One of the Finalists in the 2023 Victorian Volunteering Awards in the “Grassroots Volunteering Award” Category
The 2023 Volunteering Awards ceremony was held at Government House on Tuesday 27 February 2024. AAV was recognized as a finalist in the “Grassroots Volunteering Award” Category for their outstanding volunteer work to support the diverse community.
Asian Australian Volunteers (AAV), comprised mainly of individuals with Asian heritage, is a volunteer organsiation committed to uniting and serving our diverse community. Its mission centre on aiding vulnerable community members, especially recent migrants, through diverse initiatives. AAV strives to foster a healthy social and environmental landscape, emphasising sustainability and positive social engagement. They aspire to establish a warm and supportive community where all can flourish by volunteering, forging connections, and raising cultural awareness.
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Congratulations to Mr Gavin Choong (钟颖华先生) for Being Appointed as Australia’s 2024 Youth Representative to the United Nations!
Ref: https://ausyouthrep.unyouth.org.au/; https://ausyouthrep.unyouth.org.au/vision-2024/
A Mesmerizing Independent Runway from Series Four (RMIT COHORT)
Artists
Aboriginal Artist Cassie Fisher-Patterson, Digital Artist and Creative Director Lucius Sung Myeong Ha, Nic Santoyo and Alan John Compton (Saint Melbourne Hairstylist), This collaborative masterpiece brings together the RMIT cohort, Alondra Gatae (Academy of Hair and Makeup), KSTAR STUDIOS, MDX Performing Arts, Tina Mukasa (Miss Diverse Australia), Fay Russell (FRD Concept), Lourdes Partridge (Eclecticpear), Luke Gibson (Fashion Stylist), Miranda Smith (Light Artist) and Jade Armstrong (Light Artist and Scuptor).
RMIT COHORT featuring Alyssa Chau, Asal Foroud, Bianca So, Fay Russell, Harry Prodes, Jennifer Ong, , Maria Koutsoukos, Milayla Semmens, Miyo Aung, Moira Rodriguez, Phuc Ung, Sara Chavoshizadeh, Sarah Severino, Serenity Paing, Shae Guttler, Zhixi Li, and Helena Fleerackers.
Collaborating Photographers and Videographers: Nathan James Melbourne, Box Medias, Trevor Threads, Jozo Zhu Studio, Pics That Pop, Jess Mara, and Kaz Whitney.
Know the program
Series Four’s “Revive and Thrive” invites audiences to a transformative odyssey, exploring Renewal and Regeneration in our contemporary climate.
The runway unfolds as a poignant narrative of environmental transformation through the lens of fashion. Picture a mesmerizing display of garments seamlessly blending elegance with a stark reminder of the consequences of human activities on our planet. Each piece serves as a potent medium, transporting spectators from a pristine haven celebrating nature’s untouched beauty to a degraded landscape reflecting our collective impact.
Traverse the dynamic canvas of the runway, where various stages of climate change come to life. “Revive and Thrive” offers an immersive experience, inviting viewers to witness the juxtaposition of nature’s allure and humanity’s footprint—an invitation to reflect, sparking meaningful dialogue on pressing environmental issues.
This collaborative effort extends beyond traditional exhibitions, actively involving a diverse array of talents. The result is a harmonious blend of creativity, cultural diversity, and industry expertise, crafting a runway that is visually stunning and intellectually stimulating.
Where and When
What: “Revive and Thrive” Independent Runway
Where: The Hubs @ Dockland, 80 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands VIC 3008
When: 2nd March 2024
Time: 7pm and 8:00 pm
Anti-Vilification and Anti-Racism Survey
The Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission is conducting an anonymous survey (takes 15-20 minutes) about experiences of racism in the community.
Sharing your experiences in the survey will help build stronger tools for reporting racism and better protect the community.
Welcome to participate this survey: https://engage.vic.gov.au/anti-vilification-and-anti-racism-survey (closes on 29 February 2024)
欢迎参与维多利亚州平等机会与人权委员会举办的匿名问卷调查，分享您的经历，共同致力于减少种族歧视。中文链接: https://engage.vic.gov.au/project/anti-vilification-and-anti-racism-survey/page/-2
Successful Launch of Australia Chinese Peace Statue Project in Melbourne
澳洲中国和平铜像项目启动会在墨尔本成功举行
2024年1月20日星期六下午，墨尔本的夏日清爽宜人，约70位华人社区和韩裔社区的成员聚集在维州韩人协会会所，参加澳洲(墨尔本)中国和平铜像项目启动会。此项目由澳洲华人和平协会发起和主办，寻求社区支持，计划在墨尔本已建的韩国和平少女铜像旁边竖立一座中国的和平少女铜像，以铭记历史、祈求世界永久和平，纪念二战中遭受日军凌辱、受尽苦难的中国、朝鲜半岛及东南亚地区的所有亚洲和欧裔女性。
启动会由资深媒体人乔子龙先生主持。丹凤朝阳舞团一曲凄凉悲壮的“松花江上”的合唱和表演把人们带回那个在日军铁蹄下人们流离失所、四处逃亡的战争年代。
接着，Friends of “Comfort Women” in Melbourne (FCWM) 的前委员长Mr Chun Je Cho顾问致欢迎辞。他提到，韩国和平少女铜像是在五年前在三百多名韩国社区人士的支持和赞助下建立起来的。他表示，为什么要联合起来建立和平少女像、为什么要铭记惨痛的历史，似乎无需多言。我们应该共同行动，防止再次发生战争性奴隶之类的悲剧。他鼓励与会者，指出世上没有容易的事，但只要我们怀有这样的热情，持之以恒，我们就能够实现。We can do it!
接下来，澳洲华人和平协会会长李健民博士通过视频和PPT介绍了二战期间“慰安妇”的历史和阐述了澳大利亚中国和平铜像项目的缘起、意义和筹建过程。“慰安妇”制度特指1932-1945年间，日本帝国为日本军队配备军事性奴隶的制度。数十万中国、朝鲜半岛、东南亚等地的少女和妇女被逼为日军性奴隶，遭受惨绝人寰的虐待与死亡的威胁，有些甚至被杀害。这是近代以来世界女性历史上最为惨痛的记忆。该项目源于韩国首尔和中国上海各有两座并排而坐的中韩和平雕像，而墨尔本已经有一座韩国和平雕像。如果在墨尔本的韩国和平雕像旁竖立一座中国和平雕像，将形成世界南北半球三大城市各有两座并排而坐的中韩和平铜像。这不仅将为后人留下深远的历史记忆，更将为和平发声，象征着不同国家间的友好合作，以及共同致力于维护全球和平的决心。
在项目介绍之后，李健民博士代表澳洲华人和平协会向目前已经为中国和平铜像捐助的个人和社团颁发感谢状，并希望大家为了不能忘却的纪念、为了实现一个和平、无暴力的世界，继续支持和推广中国和平铜像的项目。
接着，Friends of “Comfort Women” in Melbourne (FCWM) 的现任委员长Mr Tae Woo Kim讲话。他引用约翰·列侬的Imagine这首著名的歌曲，激励大家传递和平与善意。“慰安妇”幸存者们都是遭受日本帝国主义侵略者折磨和迫害的人。在漫长的岁月里，因无法说出口的痛苦，独自忍受着煎熬直到终老，身心倍受摧残。战争爆发后，牺牲最大的首先是妇女和儿童。而且这样的历史一直在重复。我们为和平的努力就是为了未来避免这种重复。
然后，澳华联盟荣誉主席胡玫OAM女士作为华人社区的知名人士发表了感人至深的演讲。她说，我们都看过日本电影《望乡》，影片中阿崎婆的悲惨遭遇给人留下刻骨铭心的印象。我们也看过无数日本侵华战争的影片，看到中国老百姓惨遭日本侵略者烧杀奸淫，知道南京大屠杀，731细菌部队等等，二战时期侵略者犯下的种种令人发指的战争罪行令我们华夏子孙没齿难忘！
胡玫OAM女士指出，矗立纪念铜像有助于引起社会共鸣，激发人们对历史的认知和尊重。墨尔本唐人街澳华博物馆前的国父孙中山纪念铜像凝聚了来自中国两岸三地、印支三国和东南亚等华人华侨的力量，相信墨尔本中国和平铜像也能凝聚澳大利亚各民族人民和世界反法西斯阵营的强大力量。我们希望这个纪念铜像能够引起更多人的关注和支持，让更多人了解和反思这段黑暗的历史，让更多人关心和保护全世界的妇女，让更多人珍惜和维护世界和平。在墨尔本矗立这个铜像，有着特殊的意义。墨尔本是澳洲最具多元文化的城市之一。在这里，我们不仅仅是海外华人华侨的一份子，也是多元文化澳洲的一份子，更是世界的一份子。
最后，胡玫OAM女士指出，我们希望通过这个铜像，向澳洲社会和国际社会传递一个信息，那就是：我们是和平的使者，是友谊的桥梁，是文化的传承者。我们愿意与所有爱好和平的人民，共同创造一个和平、友好、合作、发展的世界。
上海师范大学 “慰安妇”问题研究中心主任苏智良教授为启动会发来了视频致辞。苏教授指出，战争过去了那么多年，但是日本政府还是没有彻底地承认战争罪行。所以，我们必须继续追究他们的战争罪行。
在澳洲出生的Steph为启动会带来了一曲笛子独奏《蔷薇使命之光 Valiant Resistance》，她投入的表演深深打动了在场的与会者。
最后，与会者纷纷发言，表达了对和平铜像项目的支持。发言者包括严斌全教授，陈朝广博士，陈东军女士，孙妍芳女士，Gil-Soo Han教授，和王晓钟先生，等。
启动会在忧伤的《送别》音乐声中落幕，大家仍在继续讨论着如何争取更多的社区支持，让和平铜像早日在墨尔本落成。
澳洲华人和平协会呼吁广大华人社区积极支持这一项目，欢迎澳洲各界民间人士、社团和企业为建立澳洲(墨尔本)中国和平铜像慷慨捐助。捐助方式如下。
无论金额大小，您的捐款都意义非凡，为成功建立此和平铜像助一臂之力。收到捐款后，澳洲华人和平协会将立刻通过电子邮件将正式的捐款收据发送给您(烦请转账后将截屏用邮件发到澳洲华人和平协会的邮箱)，并将您的名字(或匿名 – 如果这是您的选择)永久列在项目网页上: https://cccav.org.au/melbourne-chinese-peace-statue-donors/
澳洲华人和平协会是一个非盈利的民间社区团体，旨在铭记历史，珍爱和平。如果你有兴趣对和平铜像项目进一步了解，请与协会联系。
感谢您的支持，让我们一起为世界永久和平而共同努力。
澳洲华人和平协会 (chinese.australians.for.peace@gmail.com)
