Author: Vikki Hine

National Volunteers Day – May 2017

9 May 2017 Blacktown This event is a chance to acknowledge and say thank you to the many volunteers from across the community who provide invaluable support to our programs, services and events each year. 000

Harmony Day – March 2017

Harmony Day is an opportunity to celebrate our incredible diversity, showcase the many stories and contributions from within the community and reinforce our desire for inclusiveness, respect and belonging.

International Women’s Day – March 2017

(Blacktown and Penrith)Wednesday 8 March 2017 International Women’s Day celebrates the positive contribution of women in our community. This year, women from our Mother’s groups, Women’s Support Groups and Multicultural Support Groups will be treated to a day of workshops, entertainment and information stalls as part of International Women’s Day events in Blacktown and Penrith.000

Seniors Week 2017

SydWest Multicultural Services many multicultural seniors celebrate Seniors Week by taking part in a day of cultural celebrations and demonstrations that acknowledge their contribution to our local community.

Blacktown Community Services Expo

SydWest Multicultural Services in partnership with others proudly hosted the Blacktown Community Services Expo in October 2016. Local community service providers and established community organisations took part in this free community event designed to inform and connect people with their local community.

Refugee Week 2016

Join us on Thursday 23 June as we celebrate Refugee Week in Blacktown. Drawing on the diverse stories and talent from our young refugee community, we have teamed up with local schools who have a significant refugee student population to bring a youth focus to the day.