YMCLC executive Julie Clarke highlighted how small actions create meaningful change. “Spreading kindness, sparking ideas, and strengthening communities and at Neighbourhood and Community Houses and Centres across Australia, we see it happen every day,” Ms Clarke said.
“A friendly smile, a shared story, a new skill, these small moments add up to something big, sending waves of meaningful change that extends far beyond our local neighbourhoods.”
The YMCLC delivers essential community support through its Community Shower Program, Youth Engagement Program, Yarra Mul Carers Support Network and adult education courses.
“With a vision of empowering individuals to live their best life, YMCLC's purpose is to create a welcoming, accessible space where everyone can increase their life opportunities, choices and skills through inclusive and engaging programs,” Ms Clarke said.
“YMCLC proudly joins this celebration, honouring our commitment to supporting the local community through education, connection and social impact initiatives.”
YMCLC has organised a week of free community events during Neighbourhood House Week. These begin with Talking Café at Tame Café on Monday, May 12, from 10am to 11am, featuring new Community Support Officer Kellie Robilliard and Services Australia Agent Nicole Jackson as part of YMCLC’s Community Connections & Resilience Program.
The program continues with children's activities and free sausage sizzle (suitable for ages 5-12) at the Rotunda on Tuesday, May 13 (moving to the Community Centre if wet), a fun pizza day at the Community Centre on Wednesday, May 14, and a special cruise on Lake Mulwala aboard the Sienna Daisy for support group members on Thursday, May 15.
The week concludes with Friday Open Door at the Community Centre on May 16, where community members can enjoy art activities and refreshments between 10am and 2pm. Bookings are essential for the lake cruise and pizza day, while other activities are drop-in events.
For event bookings or more information, contact YMCLC on (03) 5744 3911 or email info@ymclc.com.au.
Details about Neighbourhood House Week are available at www.anhca.org/neighbourhoodhouseweek
