Centre4Participation

Back for Day 2 of #VVConference2024! 🤩 We’ve got another jam-packed day ahead. Shoutout to our two regional hubs, bringing #BoldChange (and hula-hoops!) to the regions. 💚 Thanks to our partners at @C4Participation for hosting our Western Hub in Horsham.

We were also fortunate to listen to insights from Social Traders CEO @taraanderson4 and @SENetworkVIC CEO Clea Smith. The highlight of the day was undoubtedly the panel discussion featuring inspiring changemakers, who shared their remarkable endeavors through their work.

What a fantastic day for our team to participate in the @SocialTradersAU Bendigo Rural Showcase. The event commenced with a moving Welcome to Country, followed by an opening address by the Deputy Premier @JacintaAllanMP.

"As for myself, a fortnightly Meals on Wheels round is a chance to escape from the office, clear my mind to think creatively, and connect with remarkable individuals..." Read more from our latest blog post. centreforparticipation.org.au/meals-on-wheel…

Why do we build entrepreneurial education into many of our courses? An entrepreneurial curriculum is essential for fostering a mindset of innovation, creativity, and adaptability in students. centreforparticipation.org.au/entrepreneuria…

The aim of the IWD 2023 #EmbraceEquity campaign theme is to get the world talking about Why equal opportunities aren't enough. People start from different places, so true inclusion and belonging require equitable action. Read more about this below. internationalwomensday.com/EquityEquality

Happy International Women's Day 2023. This years theme is #EmbraceEquity Equity isn't just a nice-to-have, it's a must-have. A focus on gender equity needs to be part of every society's DNA. And it's critical to understand the difference between equity and equality.

A special shout out to two of our volunteers for creating these awesome IBC tank wicking beds! Check out our Food Enterprise Coordinators, Julene Del Real's 'mini-me' versions using old foam boxes. Veggies include okra, snake beans, long eggplant and chilli's to name a few.

New growth! Massive shout out to Federation University Australia Horsham campus for their ongoing support. Here are some of the new additions for our Food Hub that are growing there in the hot house! 😀 @SENetworkVIC @VicHealth

Big shout out to our January team member of the month, Cecile Vence!

Food Hub Advisory Committee - Expression of Interest Interested in shaping our future food hub? Join our advisory group to be part of this great initiative. Click here to register your expression of interest forms.gle/jGCc1MSr3RspfN…

If you are aged between 18 and 25 years old, join us in this new exciting social enterprise adventure which will see the Wimmera’s first Food Hub supporting local growers & producers. centreforparticipation.org.au/our-vacancies/

A huge thanks to Social Enterprise Australia, @MelbourneLMCF, and Impact Tracks for this amazing report.

Did you know there are 12,000 social enterprises in Australia that contribute $21 billion per year and employs the same number of people as the Mining industry? Check out the full report that can be found here: lnkd.in/gaY7EcK4

🚨 PRIORITY 5: Create a Ministerial Portfolio for volunteering. A Minister for Volunteering will allow @VicGovAu to support volunteering, as key means to building strong, thriving communities & fostering the wellbeing of Victoria. #VolunteersVote 👉 bit.ly/3AlCeqG

and big congratulations to our Community Impact Manager, Marieke Dam and Social Enterprise Manager, Jessica Koenig Fisher. Two of a number of our incredible leaders at Centre for Participation.

Fantastic to be at at Federation University today to celebrate the Leadership Wimmera graduation. Well done to everyone on their commitment and courage for taking part #lifelonglearning #participation #leadership

Show and tell at our General Education class today. Some of our learners were very proud to show off their medals from the Tri State Games. Awesome job!! 👏👏

@RosSpenceMP @NatHutchins #VivienneNguyenAM @VictoriaPolice #ChiefCommissioner Shane Patton @LearnLocal @DETVic

It is such a privilege to receive a Highly Commended Award - Vocational Education and training for (pre accredited community based training) presented by the Hon. Linda Dessau AC, Governor of Victoria. Thank you @multiculturevic