Our in-person support groups from Brunswick and Clayton, along with our telephone support group members, gathered for a delightful afternoon of connection and appreciation for PRONIA’s services. It was heartwarming to see everyone enjoy the chance to socialize with others facing similar circumstances. Our ‘Stronger Together’ program continues to support individuals in the early stages of dementia and their carers. Thank you to all who joined us!

We recently conducted our final training session of the year in conjunction with Dementia Awareness Month. This session focused on the early signs of dementia, emphasizing a person-centered and client-focused approach. We also explored potential prevention and treatment methods. A special thank you to our guest speaker, Fiona Taylor from Dementia Australia, for delivering an informative 90-minute session. The feedback from our volunteers was overwhelmingly positive!

We know that a simple conversation can make a big difference. This #RUOKDay, let’s take a moment to check in with our colleagues and loved ones. We are raising awareness about mental health and asking RUOK at our offices with all of our incredible employees. A small chat could be the start of something powerful. Together, we can create a supportive environment where everyone feels heard and cared for.

𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐀 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 & 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐮𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐜𝐞. Congratulations to Varvara Athanasiou – Ioannou and the Food for Thought Committee for bringing together some of the most dynamic and wonderful women from across the diaspora. A shout out to all the women here for the conference who span multiple generations and come from all industries – it has been a privilege to hear your stories and lived experiences.

Happy Early Childhood Educators’ Day! Today, we honor and appreciate the dedication and love that our educators bring to their work every day, nurturing the growth and development of young minds. Thank you for your incredible contributions to the community and for making a positive impact in the lives of children and their families. Let’s celebrate these everyday heroes!

PRONIA, SydWest Multicultural Services and Settlement Services International establish an alliance with RMIT University to link students with diverse communities. A first-of-its-kind community co-design consortium, launched on July 19, 2024, will give RMIT engineering students the opportunity to shift the dial on some of the big challenges facing culturally and linguistically diverse communities in Australia. Working at the intersection of engineering practice and community-led collaboration, the RMIT Humanitarian Engineering Research Consortium: Understanding and Leveraging Engineering with Society, or HERCULES for short, ensures students learn the fundamentals of engineering by solving real-world challenges through genuine engagement with culturally and linguistically diverse […]

Many families gathered at Northcote Library and at Clayton Community Centre on Saturday 20th July for the vibrant launch of the Greek Family Storytime program, a new initiative funded by the Victorian Government and spearheaded by PRONIA. Both events were a lively celebration of Greek culture, filled with traditional Greek children’s songs, captivating stories, and engaging activities that delighted both children and parents alike. The program, endorsed by State Member for Northcote Kat Theophanous, aims to support preschool-aged children of Hellenic heritage. It is part of the Victorian Labor Government’s $6 million commitment to delivering multicultural storytelling across Victorian libraries, […]