Testimonials

The support I received made some really difficult times in my life feel much more manageable. I always felt listened to and respected, and having someone in my corner made a big difference. The youth services helped me feel less alone, gave me opportunities to try new experiences, and supported me in moving forward with more confidence. I will forever be grateful for them.

Playgroup Feedback

My son has been attending the SydWest playgroup at Altrove Hilltop Park for just over a year now. When we first started, my son was very shy and often hesitant to interact with others, but this group has helped him come out of his shell.

The friendly atmosphere and supportive group facilitators made us feel welcome and at ease from the very beginning. They encouraged my son to participate in activities that interested him, helping him gradually build confidence to try new things and engage with others.

I have seen significant improvement in both his social skills and physical development, particularly as the activities are designed to support fine and gross motor skills. He now looks forward to his weekly playgroup sessions and enjoys the park, the people, and the activities.

I am excited to continue seeing him grow and learn through his participation in this program.

Hi Ambreen,
Thank you so much for including me in the panel discussion.
And a wonderful job on organising such a spectacular event!
My mum and I really enjoyed it

I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Ms. Khatol for her kind support and help. She is very caring, respectful, and always takes the time to listen to me. Ms. Khatol has been very helpful in guiding me and supporting me whenever I needed assistance. She is patient, understanding and always tries her best to help me in every situation. I am very grateful for everything she has done for me. Her support has made a big positive difference in my life. Thank you so much, Ms. Khatol, for your kindness, hard work, and dedication.

I would like to Thank Khatol and Abdul for their service and support. They have helped me and myself and my parents with our settlement journey, inquiries and many more. Once again, thank you for your support.

Thank you to Mervat Altarazi to help my aunt to fill citizenship form.

Dear Helen, Thank you so much for your advice to call the Westmead Oral Department. I called them, explained the situation, and they issued a voucher for the replacement denture.  I just wanted to share this good news with you and sincerely thank you again for your follow up, support and guidance. To be honest, this whole experience of working and communicating with you has made me reflect on my own career. It’s inspired me to consider a change—and I would genuinely love the opportunity to work alongside people like you.

I would like to sincerely thank you for all your support through SydWest. Your encouragement has meant a lot to me, especially when applying for jobs. I truly appreciate the time and effort you have taken to guide me and motivate me throughout this process. I am also very grateful for the invitations to various community programs. These opportunities have helped me feel more connected and supported, and I value them greatly.

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.’