Invitation to Apply for Grant to Promote Social Cohesion in your Communities [SEC=OFFICIAL] OFFICIAL Dear valued stakeholder On behalf of NSW Premier’s Department, I am delighted to extend an invitation to apply for their grant program. Three individual grants of up to $50,000 (inclusive of GST) are available for 3 not-for-profit organisations to lead innovative community projects that strengthen social cohesion, increase democratic resilience, and improve trust in our democratic institutions. The Grant Amount: Three individual grants of up to $50,000 each Application closes: 28 August 2023, 12:00 pm Purpose: To lead innovative community projects that address and challenge the: 1. proliferation of racist ideas, attitudes, and worldviews 2. promotion of hateful and extremist ideologies and vilification of vulnerable population groups 3. promotion of conspiracy theories How to access the grant: Strengthening Social Cohesion Community Grants | NSW Government The above link will take you to our grant page where ...
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PREMIER NAMES 2023 MULTICULTURAL CHAMPIONS The selflessness, care and passion of 16 individuals and community organisations have been recognised at the Premier’s annual Harmony Dinner in Sydney last night. Of those recognised, 12 received a Premier’s Multicultural Community Medal and one Highly Commended award, while three new members were added to the Honour Roll. Premier Dominic Perrottet said each of those recognised and the Honour roll inductees showcased the very best of NSW’s rich multicultural society. “Since 2012, the NSW Government has been celebrating the dedication of people who passionately serve their communities all to make our state a better place,” Mr Perrottet said. ...
NSW GOVERNMENT INJECTS A FURTHER $1.4 MILLION INTO COMMUNITY-LED PROJECTS More than 65 organisations have received funding from the NSW Government to facilitate projects and initiatives to drive greater unity and harmony in diverse communities. Minister for Multiculturalism Mark Coure said each of the 69 groups had received a share of $1.4 million in funding through the NSW Government’s Stronger Together Projects grants program. “Due to an overwhelming amount of interest and more organisations wanting to run programs in their communities, we increased the original funding allocation of $400,000 to $1.4 million,” Mr Coure said. ...
MORE CULTURAL EVENTS AND FESTIVALS HEADING FOR LOCAL STREETS IN 2023 Another 122 community and not-for-profit groups will be able to host cultural celebrations in their local communities next year thanks to more funding awarded by the NSW Government. Minister for Multiculturalism Mark Coure said the groups had received a share of more than $1 million through the Stronger Together Festival and Events Grants program to host the events and festivals. “Local streets right across our state are set to become so much brighter next year, thanks to each of the 122 local events we are funding,” Mr Coure said. ...
NSW GOVERNMENT PARTNERS WITH 15 COUNCILS TO HOST MAJOR CULTURAL EVENTS AND FESTIVALS The state’s events calendar just got bigger thanks to the NSW Government investing $8 million into 21 major cultural festivals and events run by local councils across Sydney, the Hunter and Newcastle, and the Illawarra. Grant funding of up to $500,000 a year for two years has been awarded to 15 local councils across the state’s Six Cities regions to host major multicultural events and festivals in partnership with the NSW Government. ...
Nov 7, 2022
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MORE WAYS FOR SENIORS TO STAY CONNECTED More than 20 community-led programs have been funded by the NSW Government to empower seniors to be active and connected in their local communities. Minister for Seniors Mark Coure said 21 programs have been funded with a share of more than $600,000 through the third round of the Reducing Social Isolation for Seniors program. “Following this round, we have now supported 71 different programs with some $2 million to support seniors and keep them connected with their local communities right across the state,” Mr Coure said. ...
SUMMER IN SYDNEY TO GET THE CITY SIZZLING Sydney is set to burst into life this summer with concerts, food experiences, Christmas markets, international sporting events and arts and cultural events thanks to the NSW Government’s Summer in Sydney event series. Premier Dominic Perrottet said dozens of unique events will roll out across the CBD and Western Sydney over summer to suit every age and interest and get people enjoying the city like never before. “Whether you’re keen to dine at the city’s longest ever lunch, watch a harbourside concert on the Cahill Expressway, or soak up the festive spirit at Christmas markets in the Botanic Gardens, there will be something for everyone,” Mr Perrottet said. ...
ALFRESCO RESTART REBATE CLAIMS OPEN FOR BUSINESS NSW small and medium hospitality operators can now claim the State Government’s $5,000 Alfresco Restart rebate, enabling them to create or expand their outdoor dining offerings. Premier Dominic Perrottet said the rebate would reinvigorate communities and change the way customers dine. “After a cold winter and now that spring is here, the NSW Government’s broader $66 million Alfresco Restart package is helping to boost local hospitality and ensure customers can enjoy new outdoor dining experiences at some of their favourite venues,” Mr Perrottet said. “Whether you’re a café in Western Sydney, a restaurant on the Northern Beaches or a pub on the Central Coast, this is about giving businesses and customers more choice and convenience.” ...
MORE YOUNG PEOPLE EMPOWERED TO STAND AGAINST HATE The NSW Government’s flagship program helping empower young people to fight racism and hate has nearly doubled in size, with ten new partnership projects joining the initiative. Each of the new partnership projects have been awarded a share in $1.6 million through the Community Partnership Action (COMPACT) program, to run projects specifically designed to help young people combat hate, racism, and divisive attitudes. Minister for Multiculturalism Mark Coure said each partnership is made up of a collection of community groups and organisations wanting to work together in their local area to help young people fight hate and division. ...
Sep 15, 2022
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REDUCING SOCIAL ISOLATION GRANTS NOW OPEN Local councils and not-for-profit organisations can now apply for funding to facilitate programs aimed at helping reduce social isolation among seniors. Minister for Seniors Mark Coure said a total of $600,000 is available through the Reducing Social Isolation for Seniors Grants Program to support initiatives, which play an important role in keeping seniors connected to their local community. “No one likes to be alone or feel disconnected from their community, especially not our seniors,” Mr Coure said. “This funding is about helping foster environments where people can come together, meet new people and enjoy themselves in their local community. ...
