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Multicultural Centre for Women's Health

Australia’s national voice for immigrant and refugee women’s wellbeing Welcome to the MCWH community. We are all in this together.

This is a dedicated space for us to promote our events, stories and projects, and those of our collaborators. Our priority is to hold this space for the voices and wellbeing of migrant and refugee women. We welcome respectful discussions and if necessary we will remove comments to protect people’s privacy, rights and dignity. We hope you enjoy, engage with, and learn from this community.

25/01/2026

As part of our 2022 Reconciliation Action Plan, MCWH adopted a policy that allows staff to opt out of recognising the Public Holiday associated with January 26, to show our solidarity with First Nations people.

We recognise that January 26 represents the dispossession and colonisation of First Nation's people and this Public Holiday is not a date to celebrate.

Always was, always will be.

Alt text: On a black background test reads ‘MCWH is open. Not the date to celebrate.’

28/12/2025

What a year it’s been for Health in My Language!

↩️ We started this national bilingual program in 2022 to make COVID vaccine information accessible for migrant communities. Today, it’s grown into a program that brings vital s*xual and reproductive health information to migrant and refugee women across Australia.

This year, along with our national partners, we:

🔸 Delivered 500+ bilingual health education sessions on contraception, safer s*x, menopause, and pregnancy choices.

🔸 Reached over 8,000 migrant and refugee women and gender-diverse people across Australia.

🔸 Consolidated a national workforce of 50 bilingual health educators, trained and accredited to deliver trusted health information in every state and territory.

🔸 Came together for the first in-person gathering of this national workforce in Naarm to discuss the future of bilingual health education in Australia.

👉 Looking ahead to 2026, we are proud to share Health in My Language will continue delivering *xualandreproductivehealth education in language, along with new sessions on and health.

✨ We want to thank our national partners and bilingual health educators for making in-language, culturally safe health education accessible for migrant women in every state and territory. We look forward to continue working together in 2026!

24/12/2025

📣 Communications Officer
Multicultural Centre for Women’s Health (MCWH)

We’re looking for a creative, organised and values-driven Communications Officer to help bring our advocacy, programs and campaigns to life.

This part-time (0.8 FTE, 30.4 hours/week), 12-month fixed-term role supports the delivery of MCWH’s communications strategy through content creation, design, social media, newsletters and website updates — all grounded in an intersectional feminist approach.

✨ SCHADS Award Level 6.1
✨ Flexible, hybrid work options
✨ Above-award leave and salary packaging available

📅 Applications are open now
👉 Apply via EthicalJobs: https://www.ethicaljobs.com.au/members/mcwh/communication-officer

21/12/2025

🧡 This year, we grew stronger together, and we’re proud to share some of the highlights that marked MCWH’s work in 2025 ✨.

From reaching over 8,000 women through our national bilingual health education program, to building the capacity of those who support migrant and refugee communities, creating new partnerships, and strengthening a national workforce of bilingual health educators, 2025 has been a year of growth, deep collaboration, and meaningful steps toward transforming systems to achieve .

👉 Swipe through to see MCWH’s 2025 highlights.

📖 To learn more about our work and impact, read our 2024–2025 Annual Report:https://www.mcwh.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024-2025-MCWH-Annual-Report.pdf

A special thank you to every partner, health educator, and community member who walked with us this year ✨.

11/12/2025

Our 2025 Round-Up edition of the WRAP newsletter brings you 11 thought-provoking articles published this year on the issues that affect migrant and refugee women.
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Whether you’re new to these conversations or have been an advocate for intersectional feminism for years, we invite you to explore each topic in this special digest edition of the WRAP newsletter.
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🔗 Read it now here: http://bit.ly/3Mwry0X
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📬 Sign up for The WRAP newsletter at www.mcwh.com.au to have it delivered to your inbox every month.

10/12/2025

On this final day of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence, we wan to shine a light on the important role bilingual health educators play.

Bilingual health workers are often the first people someone tells about violence. Their connection to community and shared language helps people feel safe, heard and believed.

Knowing how to respond safely is vital — for the safety person experiencing violence and for the safety of people working in communities. Watch the full guide on responding to disclosures of violence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqLuPI-fOCM

In 2025, Respect Victoria and Safe and Equal are working together to support local community engagement with the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. MCWH has been funded under Respect Victoria’s 16 Days of Activism grassroots initiative.

09/12/2025

This video is a practical guide for anyone who may be told about an experience of violence. Use it in staff induction, share it with partner organisations, volunteers and workplaces, or refer to it when updating your family violence procedures. The tips can help anyone feel more confident and prepared.

Watch the full guide on responding to disclosures of violence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqLuPI-fOCM

In 2025, Respect Victoria and Safe and Equal are working together to support local community engagement with the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. MCWH has been funded under Respect Victoria’s 16 Days of Activism grassroots initiative.

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Carousel explaining how to use a video guide about responding to disclosures of violence. Slides mention using it for training, with partner organisations, and in workplace procedures. Final slide links to watch the full guide. Circle badge reads “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence”.

08/12/2025

Knowing how to respond when someone shares they’re experiencing violence is important. People often disclose not because you’re an expert, but because they trust you. Your first response can make someone feel believed, safe and not alone.

Watch the full guide on responding to disclosures of violence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqLuPI-fOCM

In 2025, Respect Victoria and Safe and Equal are working together to support local community engagement with the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. MCWH has been funded under Respect Victoria’s 16 Days of Activism grassroots initiative.

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Carousel explaining why it’s important to know how to respond to disclosures of violence. Slides mention that disclosures can happen at home or work, the fears migrant women face, and how a supportive response helps. A circular badge reads “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence”.

05/12/2025

We're proud to present out 2024-2025 Annual Report!

Today we held our 2025 AGM where we welcomed seven new board members, voted on some important changes that will change the way we work and celebrated the work we have done for migrant and refugee women over the past year.

Thank you to our dedicated staff, community partners, and all who support our mission. Together, we continue to advocate for health equity and empowerment for all migrant and refugee voices. ⁠

You can read our annual report and details of our AGM here: https://www.mcwh.com.au/annual-general-meeting-and-annual-report-2024-2025/

04/12/2025

Responding to disclosures of violence can be emotionally challenging. You’re not expected to fix everything — and it’s okay to get support for yourself too. Your wellbeing matters.

Watch the full guide on responding to disclosures of violence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqLuPI-fOCM

In 2025, Respect Victoria and Safe and Equal are working together to support local community engagement with the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. MCWH has been funded under Respect Victoria’s 16 Days of Activism grassroots initiative.

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Video still titled “How to Respond if Someone Tells You About an Experience of Violence: Look After Yourself.” The clip includes suggestions to speak to someone you trust, call 1800 RESPECT, or use counselling.

01/12/2025

Listening and believing someone when they talk about violence is one of the most powerful things you can do. Migrant women often fear not being believed, losing their children or even their right to live in Australia. A supportive response can help them feel safe and respected.

Watch the full guide on responding to disclosures of violence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqLuPI-fOCM

In 2025, Respect Victoria and Safe and Equal are working together to support local community engagement with the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. MCWH has been funded under Respect Victoria’s 16 Days of Activism grassroots initiative.

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Video still with the title “How to Respond if Someone Tells You About an Experience of Violence: Listen and Believe.” The clip features text about listening and believing people who share experiences of violence, with suggested phrases to use.

28/11/2025

Our final WRAP for 2025 turns the spotlight on preventing gender-based violence ✊💜 as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.

Inside this edition:

✨ Short funding for gendered violence prevention has long consequences
How short funding cycles limit what communities can achieve.

🛠️ Advocacy to Action
Practical ways to support migrant and refugee women in your prevention work.

⏱️ 60 seconds with Dr Somaieh Ebrahimi
An RMIT academic reflects on Iranian heritage, community, and life in Melbourne.

Read the full issue here: https://mailchi.mp/mcwh/wrapedition151_november2025

We’ll be back in December with a special year-in-review edition — stay tuned! 🎉

Address

Suite 207, 134 Cambridge Street
Collingwood, VIC
3066

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61394180999

Website

http://www.mcwh.com.au/

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