Welcoming Intercultural Neighbours Inc. was formerly known as Women’s Intercultural Network. WIN was formed in February 2010 to address recognised community needs with the aim of enhancing community cohesion while developing a framework for community development through the recognition of the value of diversity. WIN continues to base its activities on the foundations of high ethical values and human rights.
WIN respects all people and considers all participants and volunteers equally valuable. The WIN group bases its planning, initiatives and actions on high ethical values and human rights.
Individuals and organisations that respect and share our vision and values are strongly encourage to participate and/or collaborate with WIN’s activities. For more information please contact the Program Coordinator or email: contact@win-australia.org.au
WIN respects all people and considers all participants and volunteers equally valuable. The WIN group bases its planning, initiatives and actions on high ethical values and human rights.
Individuals and organisations that respect and share our vision and values are strongly encourage to participate and/or collaborate with WIN’s activities. For more information please contact the Program Coordinator or email: contact@win-australia.org.au
WIN’s Objectives
• To build a cohesive and strong community based on tolerance and harmony among local and new residents.
• To enrich the community with the participation of new residents, from other parts of Australia and overseas.
• To provide a safe and inclusive environment for new residents and their families to address cultural differences and experiences.
• To empower new residents and their families to interact confidently within the community.
• To utilise the skills and expertise of new residents and their families to deliver programs and services for other community members.
• To connect new residents and their families to existing programs and services in the wider community.
• To educate the community about new residents' cultural backgrounds to make the community more open and welcoming to new residents.
• To retain migrant and interstate workers in the region.
• To assist the migrant community to showcase their culture and customs to the wider community.
WIN’s Plan
To build a community that embraces diversity
• To hold regular meetings with participants and volunteers
• To participate in culturally significant events run by WIN or other community organisations
• To educate the community on cultural issues by building relationships
• To raise awareness and play a role in advocating for migrant issues
• To write a weekly newspaper column
• To promote cultural diversity within schools
To build the confidence of newcomers as they settle and integrate into the
community
• To provide English classes
• To provide computer courses
• To provide first aid training
• To conduct information sessions
• To provide induction programs to the local area and services
• To assist with building employment skills and services
To establish a profile within communities as a trusted resource for relevant
stakeholders
• To become an incorporated organisation
• To secure future funding for the continuity of programs
• To demonstrate leadership and governance
• To operate in accordance to the constitution
• To build the image of the organisation
• To explore commercial opportunities
WIN's Management Committee
Management Committee meetings are conducted monthly on the first Thursday of the month at 12pm at the Women's Health Centre - 9 Derby Street - Gladstone. Everyone is welcome to attend, for more information you can call Natalia on 0487 422 142 or email us.
President: Nicole Babcock
VicePresident: Nandini Bhakta
Treasurer: Tammy King
Secretary: Pauline Yoon and Maria Richards
Committee Members: Mahsa Rezaeifard
Nicole Babcock
Sandy Walsh
Maggie Diener
Arti Pandya
Ruth Sutherland
Noor Alssadi
Iulianna Cismaru
Chetna Dave
Mithila Rathnayake
Roshim Fall
Brenda Cole
Sandy Beazley
Fei Matherson
Beryl Amedee
Ali Izadi
Organisation's Patron: Lyndal Hansen
Program Coordinator: Natalia Muszkat
Women's Health Centre LocationWomen’s Health Centre
9 Derby Street Corner Derby & Buller Street Ph: 4979 1456 Fax: 4979 1901 Gladstone QLD 4680 | WIN's Working Structure |
