Testimonials

It’s like a family here

All the participants and carers are very nice

I like hanging out with the staff

I love coming here to see my friends

SydWest has given me life. The doctors had told me that I may never walk again but now I am walking, thanks to the activities organised by SydWest.

It’s a privilege for SSI to work hand in hand with SydWest – from collaborating on refugee settlement to teaming up on the HERCULES co-design project with RMIT University, helping engineering students and diverse communities build real-world innovations together. We have built a relationship defined by shared values, mutual trust, and a commitment to lasting impact.

At TAFE NSW, we take great pride in our longstanding partnership with SydWest Multicultural Services, collaborating on a diverse range of innovative programs and initiatives. Together, we’ve opened doors through job readiness and digital literacy programs that genuinely empower individuals and strengthen communities. We look forward to continuing this meaningful work alongside SydWest, supporting multicultural communities for many more years to come.

I was able to get my life back. I took control of my finances, my day to day living and my daily choices. My challenges were very personal and what made it possible to overcome was Participate Australia’s support. I can finally wake up and smile and look forward to my day and my life thanks to Tahlia.

SydWest has provided invaluable service particularly for refugees and new migrants, many coming from non-English speaking backgrounds and having lived through traumatic circumstances. SydWest has provided vital support for people to rise and make valuable contribution to our community. My father Charlie was on the foundation Board, and I had the pleasure to serve as well around 1999-2004. Congratulations on 40 wonderful years of service to the community.’