Monash University is seeking Chinese-Australian and other participants for a research project that explores inter-cultural relationships in Australia.
This research aims to explore how differences in life experiences and identity shape attitudes towards and experiences of intimate intercultural relationships among a range of cultural groups in Australia.
WHAT IS INVOLVED?
Participate in a 1 HOUR INTERVIEW. The interview will cover: life experiences, identity, the attitudes of family, friends, and community towards intercultural relationships.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
People who:
– Identify as coming from a second generation or higher Chinese background who are in a relationship with Anglo/European Australians, OR
– Anglo European Australians who are in a relationship with a person who is Australian born and of second generation or higher Chinese background
– Are between the ages of 25 – 34 years
– Were born in Australia (second or higher generation)
– Are single or in any relationship status (such as dating, in a de-facto partnership, or married)
– Lives in Victoria, Australia
A $100 PREZZEE GIFT VOUCHER will be provided to participants upon completion of the interview as a token of appreciation for their time and contribution to the project.
ABC has launched a lecture series (named The Wang Gungwu Lecture – 王赓武讲座) to celebrate the contribution made by Chinese Australians to Australia.
The inaugural lecture was delivered by eminent pediatrician and the 1996 Australian of the Year, Dr. John Yu AC (余森美医生), on Wednesday 22 June, which can be viewed on ABC iView (https://iview.abc.net.au/show/wang-gungwu-lecture).
Chinese Community Roundtable – Reflections on Federal Election 2022
Time: Sunday 3 July 2022, 1:30PM for 2:00-4:00PM.
Venue: RMIT Council Chambers, Room 01.02.17. Building 1, 124 La Trobe St. Melbourne.
Purpose: To reflect upon how the Chinese community thought and reacted in the Federal Election 2022, to discuss the issues facing the community in the forthcoming State election.
The Australian Longitudinal Study on Women’s Health is looking for Chinese women to complete their health survey. This could help make a difference to health guidelines, policies and services that support Chinese communities. Everyone who completes the survey by 5pm (AEST) Monday 5 December 2022 will have a chance to win a $1000 Pressee Smart eGift card.
The Australian Longitudinal Study on Women’s Health is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health. It is a collaborative project conducted by staff and investigators at the University of Newcastle and the University of Queensland.
AMEP (Adult Migrant English Program) is seeking volunteer tutors (including Chinese speaking volunteer tutors) to support others in the community to enhance their learning.
The AMEP is a Government initiated English program, supporting refugees and migrants living in Australia from various countries (including Chinese speaking origin) to learn English and learn more about Australian culture, to ensure they become part of the Australian community. The Volunteer Tutor Scheme (VTS) offers support by matching an eligible AMEP learner with a trained volunteer tutor, 1-2 hours a week.
Headway – Free business advice, financial counselling, and mental health and wellbeing support for Victorian small businesses.
The Victorian Government is supporting small business owners, their employees and trusted advisers with helpful tools and services through Headway – a wellbeing initiative for small businesses. A range of free services are available including business advice, financial counselling, and mental health and wellbeing support.
Congratulations to Guosheng Chen (陈杨国生) and June Anderson (陈东军) on becoming inductees to the inaugural Victorian Multicultural Honour Roll 2022.
We appreciate their dedication and service to the multicultural communities over many years.
Guosheng Yang Chen is a community leader who has dedicated nearly 40 years in Australia to promoting multilingual and multicultural education. She contributes to multiculturalism in Victoria through her work in higher education, community engagement, and strategic advisory groups, such as the Department of Education and Training’s Victoria Workforce and Planning Group.
Guosheng applies her leadership and expertise to the development and implementation of multilingual and multicultural policies.
June Anderson is the founder and former president of the Australian Asian Business Women’s Association. She has generated opportunities for multicultural communities to network and establish relationships, especially with women from Chinese, Korean, European, Indian, Jewish and African communities.
June raises funds to support vulnerable women facing sudden illness, family issues and disability. Through training and cultural language discussion groups, she has helped migrant women build confidence, consider new business opportunities, and integrate into multicultural Victoria.
Congratulations to Ms. Sally Sitou MP (陈莎莉) for winning the Federal Seat of Reid and to Mr. Sam Lim MP (林文清) for winning the Federal Seat of Tangney in the Federal Election held on 21 May 2022.
2022 Federal Election – Chisholm Candidates Forum for the Chinese Community
2022年联邦大选奇瑟姆选区联邦候选人论坛
Time: Tuesday 10 May 2022, 7:15PM for 7:30PM-9:30PM.
Venue: Mount Waverley Community Centre – Main Hall. 47 Miller Crescent, Mount Waverley, Vic 3149.
Federal candidates for Chisholm Gladys Liu MP (Liberal), Carina Garland (Labor), Sarah Newman (Greens), Wayne Tseng (Independent) have been invited to deliver their speeches and answer questions from voters at the forum. Gladys Liu MP, Carina Garland and Wayne Tseng have confirmed their attendance. Sarah Newman would be unavailable due to other commitments. The forum will be moderated by Mr Michael Bachelard – The Age’s Deputy Editor. Professor Charles Qin will be the translator for this forum.
