The Neighbourhood Hub celebrated United Nations Day on Tuesday, commemorating the anniversary of the official creation of the United Nations through the 1945 UN Charter.
Inviting community members to mark the annual day of celebration with the weekly World Café group, The Neighbourhood Hub came together to celebrate the UN’s achievements and the important role it continues to play in international peace and security, development and the promotion of human rights.
The morning of celebrations included the sharing of stories, cultural traditions, dance, song and food.
The Neighbourhood Hub General Manager Nicolette Frost said that the event was a chance to reflect on the principles of the UN including importance of diversity, equality, peace, human rights and fundamental freedoms.
“Our region is so blessed to have such a vibrant multicultural community,” she said.
“While we celebrate United Nations Day, we can also reflect on the diversity of our community being one of our greatest assets and know that we are stronger because of it.”
Multicultural Community Program Coordinator Ela Maglente said the aim of the event was to bring everyone together.
“Hopefully we get some meaningful conversations and connections happening and for everyone to meet new people,” she said.
The event was hosted by the World Café group, one of the many programs facilitated by the Neighbourhood Hub to encourage social integration for migrants.
“When migrants come to Mackay, isolation is one of the problems,” said Ms Maglente.
“It’s such a good thing to be coming together and using the space to carve their own life in Mackay.”
Originally from the Philippines, Ms Maglente has lived in Mackay for five years.
“I found out about World Café, so I started coming and I’m so glad that I’m able to be that person to continue the group,” she said.
“Through World Café and the Neighbourhood Hub, I was able to learn how to drive, get my license, meet new friends.
“I started here as a volunteer … and now I run the multicultural program which I’m very passionate about.”
“Those who are in isolation or haven’t heard of us, feel free to come here.
“It doesn’t have to be scary, there’s no expectations, no judgement, you just come here and hopefully you’ll walk out with a friend.”
The Neighbourhood Hub also offer free transport for those who are unable transport themselves to events.
For more information about The Neighbourhood Hub’s multicultural program, email admin@tnhub.org.au or contact 07 4957 2626.
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