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Keeping you up-to-date with accessible and inclusive programs, events and news in Darebin.
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We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people as traditional owners and custodians of the land and waters we now call Darebin.
We affirm that Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people have lived on this land for millennia, practising their customs and ceremonies of celebration, initiation, and renewal.
We pay our respect to their Elders past, present, and emerging.
We pay respect to all other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in Darebin.
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Disability World Cafe
Darebin Council and Action on Disability in Ethnic Communities (ADEC) are developing a social support group for disabled people.
The group will be run by and for disabled people.
We invite you to a world cafe style forum so you can tell us what you would like to see.
We encourage Aboriginal people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, the LGBTIQA* community, women and unemployed/underemployed people to attend.
Where: Darebin Intercultural Centre (350 High St, Preston) and Online
When: Tuesday 27 May (on Zoom) and Saturday 30 May (in person)
Cost: Free
Register: on our Eventbrite page.
Contact/accessibility needs:
Email: disability.access@darebin.vic.gov.au
Phone or text: 0475 570 188
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National Reconciliation Week: 27 May - 3 June
National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements.
The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2023 is Be a Voice for Generations, which encourages all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation in tangible ways in our everyday lives.
Learn more about National Reconciliation Week in Darebin on our website.
[Image description: the words National Reconciliation Week 2023 27 May - 3 June. Underneath are the words 'Be a voice for a generation.']
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International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersex Discrimination, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT): 17 May
IDAHOBIT was started on 17 May 1990 when the World Health Organisation removed homosexuality from the Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems.
IDAHOBIT aims to educate people and raise awareness for the work still needed to combat discrimination.
Learn more on the IDAHOBIT website.
To celebrate IDAHOBIT in Darebin, everyone is invited to attend a rainbow flag raising ceremony and panel about being an ally to transgender and gender diverse people.
Where: Preston Town Hall (284 Gower Street, Preston)
When: Wednesday 17 May, 10:30-12:30
Cost: Free
Catering: Morning tea provided
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible and Auslan interpreted.
For other access needs please contact: disability.access@darebin.vic.gov.au
[Image description: a photo of a dog holding a rainbow flag.]
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Darebin Transgender Social Support Group
Darebin residents are running a free trans and gender diverse support group at Jika Jika Community Centre.
Where: Oldis Gardens Building – Jika in the Park Community Room (2 East Street, Northcote 3070)
When: Saturday 13 May 3-4pm
Cost: Free
More information: Corina - 0414 553 981
[Image description: a photo of a person running down a rainbow street with a transgender pride flag in their hand.]
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Disability and Inclusion Film Festival
A free screening of short films to celebrate Disability Pride Month.
Proudly brought to you by VALID, Focus On Ability Short Film Festival and Jika Jika Community Centre.
Where: Jika Jika Community Centre – 1B Plant Street, Northcote
When: Tuesday 11 July, 10:30am
Cost: Free
Catering: Yes
Register/more information: davidh@valid.org.au
[Image description: a photo of an old-fashioned camera with a cartoon of a person using a wheelchair with an engine attached, looking as if they are blasting off into space.]
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Community Grants Now Open
Are you a not-for-profit community group or organisation with great ideas on how to create a better Darebin? It’s time to apply for our annual Community Grants!
What’s on offer:
💸 Small Grants (up to $3,000)
💸 Medium Grants (up to $15,000)
💸 Venue Hire Support Grants (up to $8,000)
💸 Youth Projects Grants (up to $5,000)
Learn more about community grants on our website or call the Community Grants Officer on 8470 8504.
Applications close Wednesday 31 May.
[Image description: a photo of three people laughing together.]
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Carer's Parking Permit Consultation Open
Darebin’s new Parking Permit Policy provides rules about parking permits, and we are introducing a carer's parking permit.
We have developed a draft policy based on community feedback in 2022.
We encourage disabled people and carers to tell us what you think of the new policy from now until 28 May.
Learn more on our Parking Permit website.
[Image description: a photo of a sunny street with cars parked on both sides.]
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Congratulations Darebin Community Award Winners!
Paying tribute to our local heroes, Darebin Mayor Julie Williams said the achievements of all nominees are a testament to what an amazing community we have here in Darebin.
Learn more about the Darebin Community Awards on their website.
[Image description: a photo of a large group of happy people who have been nominated for Darebin Community Awards.]
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Disability and Climate Change Exhibition Opportunity
Disabled and d/Deaf Artists within Victoria are invited to submit a work towards an exhibition that will showcase the unique lens that Disability provides around climate change.
The free exhibition will be held at Climarte Gallery, Richmond, 6 July – 22 August.
Learn more on the Yarra City Arts website.
Expressions of interest close Friday 16 June at 5pm.
More information and/or support to apply:
Louise Marson: chvnews@gmail.com
[Image description: a photo of a person wearing a face mask and holding a sign that says "support your local planet" with a picture of the Earth next to it.]
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Disability Advocacy and Migration Laws
Australia’s migration laws discriminate against people with a disability or a health issue applying to enter Australia.
Welcoming Disability is a collaborative partnership between Australian Lawyers for Human Rights, Down Syndrome Australia, and other organizations.
They are calling for the Australian Government to change the Migration health requirement.
You can learn more about Welcoming Disability and get involved on their website.
[Image description: a photo of an adult and a child with disability. In the background is the Sydney Opera House.]
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The National Relay Service Needs Your Feedback
The National Relay Service (NRS) is seeking user feedback between 1 and 31 May 2023.
If you've used the service during this period, you may receive an invitation via email, text, or letter to participate in a short survey.
By taking the time to complete the survey, you'll provide the NRS with valuable insights that will help it continue to improve the service.
Learn more and give feedback on the NRS website.
[Image description: the logo for the National Relay Service, which is the name of the service in an orange box next to a cartoon telephone.]
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Update: Darebin Disability Pride Mural
To celebrate International Day for People with Disability 2022, we announced a Disability Pride Mural in Darebin.
Artist Prue Stevenson developed the draft concept, and the Darebin Disability Advisory Committee has approved the design.
Soon it will be time to start painting!
Learn more about IDPwD on their website.
[Image description: a photo of the wall at Preston Library where the Disability Pride Mural will be painted.]
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Writeability in Darebin
Writers Victoria is working with Darebin City Council to run 'Writeability Goes Local'.
Melanie Barbaro joins Writeability for self-exploration, to connect with community and to rekindle her passion for writing.
She wants "to learn new things, get out of the house and connect with people. It's usually either really hard or impossible for me to do these things, so I've been feeling very isolated. I'd like to expand my world a little."
Writeability is a creative writing program for writers and aspiring writers with disability and is completely free.
The sessions are now fully booked, but you can visit Writeability Goes Local - Writers Victoria to find out more about the program.
[Image description: a photo of Melanie outside Preston Library.]
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