In October, we were proud to host our Cultural Humility Workshop, bringing together a diverse group of participants from the domestic and family violence sector, professional sporting organisations, perinatal wellbeing services, community services, and members of our Board. A special thank you to Majid, our Humanitarian Settlement Program Case Manager, who generously shared his personal journey of navigating skill recognition, finding purpose, and ultimately developing a sense of belonging in Australia. Through his lived experience, Majid provided valuable insights into what meaningful community partnerships look and feel like for humanitarian entrants, highlighting the importance of trust, connection, and genuine collaboration in supporting successful settlement outcomes. The positive feedback received highlighted the importance of ongoing learning and collaboration in building services and communities that genuinely reflect and respond to the rich diversity around us. Interested in joining us? Our next Cultural Humility Workshop will be held on: Date: Wednesday, 24th of February 2027Time: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PMLocation: MCCGC Southport Office, Level 1, 60 High Street, Southport Cost: $140 per person This interactive session provides practical tools, insights, and opportunities for reflection that can be applied across a range of professional and community settings. Register and learn more here. Together, we can build stronger, more inclusive communities through understanding, respect, and lifelong learning.

In October, our Care Finder Team received a thoughtful surprise! Anita, from Coastal Care thoughtfully delivered a beautifully curated hamper filled with delicious goodies in recognition of our team’s support. The team was truly touched by this kind gesture. It was a meaningful reminder that their work supporting older people and connecting them with the services they need is valued and appreciated by our community and partners. Thank you, Anita, for your thoughtfulness and generosity and congratulations to our Care Finder Team for your ongoing dedication, compassion, and valued presence in the community. Your commitment to helping others continues to make a positive difference every day.

We were proud to attend the City of Gold Coast’s Building Belonging Together event, held as part of Welcoming Week. The forum brought multicultural leaders, service providers and community representatives together to explore how we can move beyond symbolic gestures and create communities where belonging is embedded in everyday experiences, relationships and systems. We were especially proud to see Candice Sullivan, Service Manager Community and Health, contribute to the panel discussion, sharing insights from MCCGC’s work alongside multicultural communities. Her participation reflected an important message: meaningful belonging grows when people are invited into conversations early, their voices help shape decisions and they can participate as equal partners, not simply as recipients of services. The discussions reminded us that belonging is built through consistent, everyday actions: listening with genuine curiosity, creating culturally safe spaces, strengthening psychological safety and making room for people to share their ideas, experiences and identities. It was wonderful to connect with familiar faces and meet new people who share a commitment to a more inclusive Gold Coast. We hope the ideas and reflections shared continue to inspire conversations, strengthen relationships and encourage meaningful action across our community. Thank you to the City of Gold Coast and everyone who contributed their knowledge, stories and perspectives.