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ECCWA Annual Report 2013 - 2014 Ethnic Communities Council of Western Australia Inc. The Ethnic Communities Council of Western Australia Inc. is proud to work on Noongar land, and acknowledges that Noongar people remain the spiritual and cultural custodians of their land, and continue to practise their values, languages, beliefs and knowledge.

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ECCWA Annual Report

2013 - 2014

Ethnic Communities Council of Western

Australia Inc.

The Ethnic Communities Council of Western Australia Inc. is proud to work on Noongar land, and acknowledges that Noongar people remain

the spiritual and cultural custodians of their land, and continue to practise their values, languages, beliefs and knowledge.

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Table of contents

Section A

1. From the President’s desk 01

2. Strategic priorities

A. Advocacy and policy development 03

B. Multiculturalism, integration and harmony 07

C. Membership support and sector development 12

D. Administration and management 15

3. ECCWA Strategic plan 2014 - 2016 17

4. ECCWA Management Committee, Volunteer and Intern 34

Section B

1. From the Treasurer’s desk 25

©ECCWA 2014

The photographs on page 2 and 7 are from ECCWA Photography competition during

National Youth Week in April 2014 funded by the Department of Local Government and

Communities.

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Dear All It is a pleasure to present the annual report for the year 2013 – 2014 which is

definitely a year where your association has moved forward and has taken

steps to implement key initiatives aligned with the strategic plan approved in

March 2014.

The Management Committee has less than six months to implement the

Strategic plan in its true form and the uncertainty with the state funding has

further hampered the implementation.

However this report provides evidence that the members of management Committee have worked

hard and have shown resilience towards any attempts to stop ECCWA from its core business which is

advocacy on behalf of the ethnic and migrant groups.

This annual report like our strategic plan is based around our four strategic priorities which will

enable members to critically review our performance and suggest further actions.

Figure 1 ECCWA Strategic priorities

The key achievements this year have been our submission to Proposed Changes to Racial

Discrimination Act which was described as the most succinct and to the point submission by all of

our patrons.

No doubt the Hon. Minister Mike Nahan also acknowledged the work of ECCWA which was a further

re-endorsement of what Deputy Premier Hon. Kim Hames has said when he attended the pre-

election forum at ECCWA.

At ECCWA, we are most grateful to our parliamentary friends who represent the State of migrants

and provided us with support as and when required.

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At a personal level, I am indebted to the patrons and members of ECCWA including members of

Management Committee who have supported me during last year and friends from Department of

Local Government and Communities, Department of Immigration and Border protection,

Department of Social Services and Federation of Ethnic Communities Councils of Australia. Last but

not the least all team members of the Multicultural Services Centre of WA whom I regularly keep on

bothering to help me with minor to major tasks at ECCWA office and they always help me with a

smile.

I look forward to work with you as a team in year 2014 – 2015.

Zarrin S Siddiqui

President

Figure 2 A Photograph by Jenna Di Toro

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In the absence of any paid staff member ECCWA has mainly relied on collaborations with other

sister organisations. Yet, the most significant achievement that has occurred this year and was

condemned far and wide was proposed amendments to Racial Discrimination Act 1975. ECCWA took

the lead in Western Australia to raise the concerns and submitted its response. Simultaneously

ECCWA delegates attended a number of forums and also supported the submissions made by other

member organisations including Federation of Ethnic Communities Councils of Australia.

Figure 3: Hon. Margaret Quirk MLA commented about ECCWA submission dated 7th

May, 20141

Media Releases Eight Media Releases were issued from ECCWA Office which are available on the ECCWA website

Nov. 13 ECCWA welcomes dumping of self-education expenses.

Dec 13 More not less needs to be done.

Jan 14 Advance Australia Fair: Where we stand?

Mar 14 ECCWA Inc. celebrates its Harmony Champions.

Mar 14 Council Condemns Emasculation of Racial Discrimination Act

May 14 WA Budget: All Pain No Gain

Aug 14 Team Australia! Seriously?

Sept 14 Home is where Heart is

1 http://www.parliament.wa.gov.au/Hansard/hansard.nsf/0/96552d913fbff87c48257cd30029825b/$FILE/A39+S1+20140507+p2949c-2974a.pdf

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ECCWA Research Briefs

As part of the Advocacy, a vital element is the use of existing research and two research briefs were prepared by ECCWA. The first issue ECCWA Research Brief focussed on research related to racism.

Collaborations & Representations

Ageing: FECCA Healthy Ageing Reference Group Committee

ECCWA Representative – Francine Snadden

FECCA facilitates the National Healthy Ageing Reference Group Committee (HARC) which has representation from each state. The purpose of the meeting is to provide an opportunity to comment on the impact of aged care reforms on people who are aged with a CaLD background. The committee meets twice a year

usually via teleconference. The areas covered over the last year have included: • A Systematic Review of Australian Research on Older People from CALD backgrounds to provide and promote translation of research into CALD aged care practices with the University of Adelaide. • Feedback to the Department of Social Services on the Aged Care Approval Rounds (Aged Care support for CaLD people in their own homes) to ensure that CaLD people’s needs are met. • Challenges faced by people with a CaLD background in relation to the impact of the Department of Social Services aged care reforms including My Aged Care. • More recently HARC have commented on the review of the Palliative Care Australian Standards for providing quality palliative care for all Australians to ensure that elderly people with a CaLD background needs are met.

Disability: FECCA Disability Advisory Group

ECCWA Representative – Zel Iscel

As Disability Chair for FECCA, I lead FECCA’s Disability Advisory Group. This group is currently running two campaigns – one to make the Australian migration system fairer for people with disability and their families applying for permanent residency or citizenship in Australia. We are also lobbying the Federal Government to lead the way in increasing the level of employment

of people with disability in Australia’s government sectors and their funded bodies. In addition to these two campaigns, the FECCA Disability Advisory Committee is also exploring the issues around the participation of culturally and linguistically diverse people with disability and their families in the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

Youth: FECCA Youth Advisory Committee ECCWA Representative - Celeste Dzvangah

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Women: FECCA Women’s Sub Committee ECCWA Representative - Zarrin S Siddiqui

A teleconference meeting followed by a face to face meeting in Canberra was convened in October.

This meeting coincided with the Senate inquiry ref; the 2nd National Plan to combat Domestic

Violence.

Federation of Ethnic Communities Councils of Australia

ECCWA Representative - Zarrin S Siddiqui

A face to face meeting was convened in Canberra in July. The concluding session was attended by

the Senator Hon. Concetta Fieravanti-Wells.

Figure 4 FECCA Executives with Senator Hon. Concetta Fierravanti-Wells

Red Cross Community Stakeholder Group

ECCWA Representative - Zarrin S Siddiqui

Review of organisational structures under the Equal Opportunity Act 1984

ECCWA Representative - Jan Williams

Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman Roundtable Session

ECCWA Representative - Nick Agocs

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Department of Immigration and Border Protection Stakeholder Group

ECCWA Representative - Zarrin S Siddiqui

Beside attending the meetings, the President was also invited to facilitate a session on

Multiculturalism and settlement this year for the service providers.

Visitors at ECCWA

1. Mr. Tim Soutphommasane, Race Discrimination Commissioner 2. Mr. Nico Keppler, Ethnic Liaison Officer, Department of Immigration and Border Protection 3. Ms. Rebecca Ball, Executive Officer at Office of Multicultural Interests, WA 4. Laura John, Australian Youth Representative to the United Nations

Figure 5 Tim Soutphommasane with members of the ECCWA Management Committee

Figure 6 Laura John

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We Are One (VR1)

We Are One (VR1 Initiative) is the latest campaign from ECCWA. Through this campaign we will initiate activities and projects that aim to integrate ethnic communities within wider Australian community.

V R 1 (the Visual Collage) As part of National Youth Week ECCWA received grant from Department of Local Government

and Communities to organize a photography competition on the theme “We are One”. Thirty

three photographs were received which are now available on our facebook page with winners’

names.

Figure 7 A photograph by Warren Rachael

Australia Day 2014

A morning tea was planned with in kind contribution from the Australia Day Council.

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WA Police: Community Crime Prevention and Safety Grant

This project led by ECCWA Immediate Past President Kim Luby actually

commenced last year and is now complete. As part of the project a

website and DVD was launched by Hon. Ian Britza MLA during National

Youth Week in April 2014. The video “Move on Up” can be watched at

our youtube channel.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyxTR6Tphv0

This project started soon after media reports portraying a very negative image about young African youths and ECCWA took lead to ask for evidence based research along with other members of African community. Part one of the project comprised of a 20 minute documentary, music video titled - “Move on Up”. The video featured the Hip Hop Dance ‘The Dougie’, a dance craze practiced by these youth. Key messages were incorporated into the film aimed to: • Inform these ‘at risk’ youth about the relevant laws and consequences of breaking those laws; • To reduce antisocial behaviour and recidivism; • Improve communications and the relationship between police and ‘at risk’ youth; • Raise youth mental health awareness; • Create a positive community perception and better understanding to enable these young people to ‘fast track’ their integration into the local community.

Figure 9 Hon. Ian Britza MLA

Figure 8 Young participants of the project

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Western Australian Laws and other information represented in the video included: • Move on orders; • Assault; • Organising a safe party; • Drugs and alcohol; • Sex; • Racism; • Discrimination; • Human Rights; • Social media; • Cyber bullying; • Mental Health.

Acknowledgments

Kim Luby

Peter Ibekwe

Rahim Ghauri

Fadzi Mutambiranwan

Nick Agocs

Mamush Pal

Blessed Chisara

Anne Sorenson

Asef Samadi

Iman Darrehghaedi

Tichaona Mazhawidza

WA Youth Legal service

Moving Still Productions

Members of WA Police including o Robert Skesteris o Umile Gwakuba o Kurt Steel o David Johnson o Carolyn Brooks

And all the talented ones who participated in this project.

Figure 10 Participants at the project launch

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International Women’s’ Day: Inspiring Change

International Women’s Day 2014: The highlight for second quarter was the dinner celebrating the day which was attended by more than 130 guests from different ethnic backgrounds. Ms. Liz Behjet represented the Hon. Minister Mike Nahan. Hon. Mark McGowan, the Leader of Opposition, Hon. Margaret Quirk, Hon. Alannah MacTiernan, Hon. Janine Freeman and Cr Elizabeth from City of Stirling were among many dignitaries who attended the event organized by the ECCWA Women’s sub-committee led by Andrea Creado. Our special thanks to ISHAR, Multicultural Services Centre of WA, Office of Multicultural Interests and City of Vincent.

Figure 11 Guests at IWD Dinner

Acknowledgments

Andrea Creado

Hon. Mark McGowan

Hon. Alannah MacTiernan

Hon. Janine Freeman

Hon. Kate Doust

Hon. Margaret Quirk

Hon. Roger Cook

Hon. Sue Ellery

Mayor City of Vincent

Russel Raymond

Office of Multi-cultural Interests

Multicultural Services Centre of WA

ISHAR And all the members of ECCWA Women Sub Committee

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Eliminate Ethnic Fears ECCWA facilitated a meeting with Islamic Council of Western Australia which was attended by

various stakeholders and community members to

raise their concerns against Anti-Islamic Campaign in

Perth. Dr. Anne Ally, a research Fellow at Curtin

University presented a snapshot of the organisations

that were involved in similar campaigns.

The Acting Director of Office of Multicultural

Interests, Ms. Vanessa Harvey apologized on behalf

of the Hon. Minister Mike Nahan who could not

attend the forum because of commitment at the

Parliament and conveyed that the minister is fully

aware of the nature of the problem and this has also

been discussed in the parliament that very day.

There were few incidents reported as well and the

representatives from State Security and WA Police

assured the community members that they are making all efforts to protect the community. Dr.

Rateb Jneid and other delegates from Islamic Council of WA highlighted the need for such

interactions. Following the meeting, ECCWA has also observed that certain members of the

community are circulating snapshots of the offensive comments through emails to Muslim

community members with messages to respond.

At the moment the Stop the Mosque group and their supporters are posting very vile stuff about

Islam to that page. If any of you want to respond to them fell free to do so. Go to Facebook and

search for XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX, like the page and respond as you desire.

ECCWA also condemned this approach as there are government institutions such as State Security

who should be informed and the best thing for the administrator(s) of the page is to delete the

messages as they are posted. Responding to offensive comments on social media does not serve the

purpose as this issue requires serious discussion at higher level with all Stake holders.

Last month, this issue has again cropped and a number of events are arranged to counter the

Islamophobic campaign. ECCWA is actively engaged with different sections of the community as we

believe it is not just one faith or group that should be marginalised.

Harmony Day and Harmony Champions Office of Multicultural Interests introduced an online honour roll during the harmony week which

was launched by the Hon. Minister Mike Nahan. On behalf of ECCWA, Congratulations to ECCWA

harmony champions who were recognized in the honour roll.

a. Ananda Barton b. Kathy Ursich c. Nick Agocs d. Nihal Iscel e. Russell Raymond

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Communication

Community Communication

Members’ and subscribers receive fortnightly e-news of what’s happening and

updates from the organisations at state and federal level, thanks to Rahim

Ghauri the Senior Vice President who compiled all the information received

throughout the week till September 2014. At the same time the information is

posted on the other social media tools as soon as it is received.

In addition three quarterly briefs were also sent by the President to all members on the activities

that ECCWA is involved.

Twitter

Our Twitter account @eccwa is also active and is the quickest way to get tweets on your mobile devices. As of today the news from community communication will also be available through twitter. So connect at

@eccwa or

@iwd_2015

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Facebook

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ECCWA has now more than 200 members and allows you to be in touch with each other and to give comments and suggestions.

Google +

Website: www.eccwa.org.au

ECCWA Youtube Channel

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Member support and Capacity development

Nominations to various committees: See page 6

Venue

The ECCWA conference hall is used by many members and non-members on reduced rates which is

managed very efficiently by the Senior Vice President, Rahim Ghauri.

Workshops

Using social media toolbox was arranged in the second quarter to coincide with the women’s

subcommittee meeting.

AMUNC 2015

AMUNC 2015: ECCWA also supported bid regarding Asia Pacific Model United Nations Conference

2015 in Perth led by our EX-Chair youth sub-committee Rida Ahmed. The Premier of WA Hon. Colin

Barnett, Lord Mayor of City of Perth and Perth Convention Bureau have been extremely supportive

of this initiative which is one of the biggest youth events in Asia Pacific Region.

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This has been the most difficult area but we are trying our best and with the introduction of ECCWA Internship Program, the task will be easier. This semester we welcomed two interns and hopefully the message will be spread across institutions. We are developing strategies to incorporate Service based Learning within ECCWA structure which

will also allow us to develop future leaders in this sector and attract the best.

Digital tools are incorporated within our office system so maximum work can be done by the

Management Committee members who work full time.

ECCWA Internship Scheme There are internships available to get hands on experience on different projects. The duration

of ECCWA internships is between a minimum of 6 weeks to a maximum of 12 weeks.

Exceptionally, internships may be extended up to 24 weeks to respond to special project.

ECCWA internships are not paid. Travel costs, travel arrangements, and living accommodations

are the responsibility of the intern or their sponsoring institution.

Interns must be allowed to work in Australia and have a valid National Police Clearance

Certificate and Working with Children Certificate.

Interns may participate only once in the ECCWA Internship Programme.

ECCWA Interns are not eligible for appointment to any position within ECCWA for a period of

three months following the end of their internship.

The areas where internships are available are in the media, policy development, research and

general administration and project management.

To apply for internships the link is https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/9FZKPCH

Future Initiatives ECCWA Research Unit is next on agenda and an initiative that will contribute better informed

evidence to the areas where contribution from migrant communities is required.

In addition there are five grant applications that are awaiting outcome.

Women Meena Bazaar : An event to support economic independence to be held on 18th April 2015

in collaboration with Department of Local Government and Communities and City of Vincent.

International Women’s Day 2015 is the major event planned for next year the conference website

and twitter are now live. www.iwd2015.com

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STRATEGIC PLAN 2014 – 2016: A red tick signifies achievement

A. Advocacy and Policy Development

GOAL

Systemic barriers that impede access of Western Australians of Ethnic and Culturally and Linguistically

Diverse (CaLD) backgrounds and inhibit their participation in decision making processes at Federal,

State and community level are effectively addressed.

Outcomes

Ethnic and CaLD communities of Western Australia (WA) are:

Empowered to challenge injustices and discrimination that affect them.

Informed of their rights and obligations in a culturally and linguistically appropriate and timely manner

Able to access culturally and linguistically appropriate services without difficulty.

Able to participate in community activities and disability services provided by the government.

The needs, rights and aspirations of ethnic communities are communicated to Parliaments,

Governmental and non-governmental agencies, at the national, state and local levels as to facilitate

legislation, policy and program reviews, consultations and that their policies and programs better

reflect needs and aspirations of Ethnic and CaLD communities.

Objective 1: Participation & empowerment

To enhance the participation of Ethnic and CaLD communities in the decision making processes of

local, state and Commonwealth advisory bodies

STRATEGIES 2014 2015 2016

1. Work collaboratively with relevant groups for the inclusion of Ethnic and

CaLD communities in such bodies.

2. Encourage and assist Ethnic and CaLD communities to seek participation in

such bodies.

3. Provide skills training for potential Ethnic and CaLD participants and

facilitate their access to skills training provided by others.

4. Provide policy advice and administrative support, where possible, to those

accepted for such positions.

5. Communicate and collaborate with State and Commonwealth politicians

and key stakeholders to ensure equitable participation of ethnic

communities in their decision making processes.

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Objective 2: Enhancing Access & Equity

To support public and private sector to achieve substantial equality for ethnic communities to

programs and services at the national, state and local levels.

STRATEGIES 2014 2015 2016

1. Provide strategic advice and information on issues relating to

multiculturalism and substantive equality.

2. Provide input to the State and Commonwealth's budget through

individual and/or joint submissions.

3. Provide input to State and Commonwealth Reviews of programs/services

or issues of concern.

4. Identify potential or existing barriers to service access, by consulting and

working with member organizations, grass roots community members and

other stakeholders.

5. Work independently and with other organisations and stake holders to

arrange information sessions/ workshops and cultural competency training.

6. Work with ethnic communities and relevant organisations to identify and

document their needs and concerns with regard to:

Housing

Language Services

Physical and Mental Health

Employment and Training

Disability

Drug and alcohol

Family and children’s services

Youth

Women

Ageing

Those in Regional, Rural and Remote areas 6. Recommend strategies to address the above issues using evidence based

practices.

3 Provide support and assistance to State Government initiatives designed

to address systemic barriers and issues affecting full participation of CaLD

communities.

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B. Multiculturalism, Integration and Harmony GOAL

The benefits of Multiculturalism are achieved and Ethnic communities are provided with the

information, skills and opportunities to facilitate integration and to promote harmony.

Outcomes

Social Justice and Social Inclusion become meaningful realities for Western Australians.

Racism in all its forms is countered effectively.

Objective 1: Participation & empowerment

To enhance the participation of ethnic community members in the decision making processes of

local, state and Commonwealth advisory bodies

STRATEGIES 2014 2015 2016

1. Use ECCWA publications, electronic communication and social media

tools to;

Publicise and promote discussions of issues of significance to ethnic communities.

Promote the advantages of a multicultural society for State development and the contribution of CaLD communities to the development of Western Australia.

Promote cultural diversity and showcase best practice examples of substantive equality, participation and integration.

Promote and support policies and programs to enhance cross cultural awareness.

2. Work with relevant state agencies and other stakeholders to support

initiatives which highlight the economic, social, cultural and linguistic

benefits of cultural diversity.

3. Support projects, programs and events that promote

multiculturalism and engage all Western Australians.

4. Provide relevant information for use by media (print, electronic and

social), ethnic radio, and for inclusion in newsletters of ethnic

community organisations.

5. Organise and or participate in forums to promote discussion of issues

of concern to ethnic and migrant communities.

6. Use the ECCWA Website, facebook page and twitter account to

promote interaction and exchange of ideas on these subject matters.

7. Undertake research, consultation, and collaborative projects to

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identify, address and advocate the needs of ethnic and CaLD

communities.

8. Collaborate with Commonwealth, state and local government

agencies to promote their services to CaLD communities.

9. Promote recognition of the achievements of CaLD communities and

their contribution to the State and nation.

Objective 2: To increase awareness of and address issues relating to racism, discrimination and

Community harmony within ethnic and the wider communities

1. Use ECCWA publications and social media to;

Publicise and promote discussions of issues relating to racism, discrimination and Community Harmony;

Promote and showcase best practice examples of anti-racism and Community harmony.

Promote and support policies and programs that enhance cross cultural awareness and counter racism.

2. Work with Office of Multicultural Interests and other stakeholders to

support initiatives which promote anti-racism and community harmony

3. Promote programs which express and celebrate cultural diversity.

4. Undertake initiatives to support and encourage active cooperation

and friendships between established and new and emerging ethnic

communities as well as wider Australian community.

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C. Membership Support and Sector Development GOAL:

Broad membership base which values members is maintained and the developmental needs of the multicultural sector are effectively addressed.

Outcomes

To enhance the participation of Ethnic communities within ECCWA and initiate programs/projects

that provides opportunities for active participation.

To enhance the image of ECCWA as the peak Western Australian organisation for ethnic

communities.

Objective 1: To attract and retain member organisations representing new and emerging

communities, established communities, multicultural and ethnic specific service providers,

religions/faiths, wider community interests etc.

STRATEGIES 2014 2015 2016

1. Undertake research to ascertain their needs and how ECCWA can

assist in addressing them.

2. Introduce initiatives to address identified needs.

3. Maximise the participation of member organisations in the ECCWA

subcommittees.

4. Establish capacity development programs for member

organisations based on identified needs.

Objective 5: To enhance the profile of ECCWA

1. Initiate collaborations with Commonwealth & State politicians and

key stakeholders.

2. Develop promotional materials and information publications.

3. Develop linkages with TAFE and the Universities in areas of research,

design and use of technology.

4. Explore feasibility of giving Awards to individuals, groups and

organizations that support ECCWA/promote its cause.

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D. Administration & Management

Objective 1: To attract and retain skilled community members to the ECCWA sub committees

STRATEGIES 2014 2015 2016

1. Identify skills required, head-hunt appropriate people through

existing and other networks.

2. Modify the membership form to collect information about

contacts, skills, knowledge and experience

3. Review and update induction program for members of the

management committee and volunteers.

4. Provide access to relevant skills training.

Objective 2: To offer options for service based learning to student and volunteers in areas of research,

community service and support.

1 Review ECCWA’s volunteer policy and procedures. 2 Develop volunteer recruitment and training scheme

3. Develop linkages with institutions to support service based learning

at ECCWA.

4. Approach academic institutions as research partners – P/G student

research, academic research grants.

Objective 3: To diversify ECCWA’s funding sources with less reliance on government funding.

1. Develop fundraising strategy, which interalia articulates

philosophy & values, activities that are acceptable etc.

2. Approach prominent ethnic leaders, philanthropists, etc.

3. Maximize existing funding opportunities from organizations like

Lotteries West, Corporate membership drive etc.

Goal:

To enhance ECCWA’s operations from the perspectives of planning and optimal use of its resources.

Outcomes

Diversification of ECCWA’s funding sources and reduced reliance on government funding

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4. Establish a training facility that provides cross cultural consultancy

and training.

5. Undertake at least one major fundraising initiative per year.

Objective 4: To optimise use of ECCWA’s staff resources

1 Rostering volunteers and or committee members for office

management

3 Consider ways of doing things differently to save time and effort,

e.g. use generic templates for submissions

Objective 6: To enhance Communication between staff, volunteers and committee members

1. Clarify roles and responsibilities of management and staff positions

2. Invite staff to management meeting

Objective 7: To review and Update Constitution and Policy and Procedures Manual.

1. Review and update Constitution

2. Review and Update Policy and Procedures Manual

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ECCWA MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 2013 – 2014

Dr. Zarrin SIDDIQUI President Mr. Rahim GHAURI Senior Vice President Mr. James JEGASOTHY Secretary Ms. Kathy URSICH Treasurer Ms. Kim LUBY Mr. Nick AGOCS Ms. Iren HUNYADI Ms. Jan WILLIAMS Ms. Anna HARRISON Mr. Sergio COOPER Ms. Fatima KHUSHNUD Ms. Sabrina HAINES Ms. Andrea CREADO* Mr. Aziz KHAN* Mr. Peter IBEKWE* Dr. Yit YOW* *Did not complete full term

ECCWA VOLUNTEER 2013 – 2014

Mr.Russel RAYMOND Ms. Fang

ECCWA INTERNS 2013 – 2014

Miss Lauren MOORHOUSE Miss Katrina ALARKON

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Treasurer’s Report

It is my pleasure to present my report to the members which is really accounts statement following audit. My heartfelt thanks for your support, especially to the book keeper Ms. Fang and the members of the Management Committee and the audit team.

Kathy Ursich

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Ethnic Communities Council of Western Australia (Inc.) A.B.N.: 91 163 351 869

20 View Street, North Perth, WA 6006. Telephone: (08) 9227 5322 Facsimile: (08) 9227 5460

E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.eccwa.org.au Facebook: www.facebook.com/ECCWA @eccwa