🌍✨ A Historic Moment for the CALD Community: Shaping the 2025 Multicultural NSW Strategic Plan Consultation in Dubbo! ✨🌍 Last night, the CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) community of Western NSW came together in a truly special way at the Multicultural NSW Strategic Plan Consultation 2025 in Dubbo. Hosted by Multicultural NSW, this powerful event brought together community leaders, service providers, local residents, and key stakeholders to share their experiences, challenges, and aspirations for a more inclusive and vibrant future for all. 🤝 Connecting Community Services (CCS) was honored to have our Migrant Support Officer, Khaled Taleb, represent the voices of the CALD community. His involvement ensured that their stories, needs, and hopes were at the heart of the conversation. A huge thank you to Dubbo Regional Council and Regional Development Australia - Orana for your continued support and commitment to positive change. Together, we are building a stronger, more inclusive future for everyone. 🙏 The energy in the room was inspiring, with new ideas and solutions emerging to shape a brighter tomorrow. This is only the beginning of a future that works for all. 🌟 ✨ Swipe through the event highlights below to relive this historic moment! 📸 Oriscon DUBBO Clr Shibli Chowdhury for Dubbo Regional Council Mayor Josh Black - Dubbo Regional Council #MulticulturalNSW #CALDCommunity #StrongerTogether #InclusiveNSW #CCS #Dubbo #MigrantSupport #CommunityLeadership #EmpoweringDiversity #ShapingTheFuture #DiversityMatters #dubbonsw #dubbo #Australia #region #connecting_community_services #connectingcommunityservices (fb)

🌟 Supporting Our Community, Together! 🌟 At Connecting Community Services, we're here to uplift, empower, and connect individuals and families across Dubbo and beyond. 💛 Our Services Include: 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Youth & Family Support – Guidance, case management & referrals (ages 12–17) 🌍 Migrant Support & Advocacy – Helping with settlement & social integration 👵 Aged & Disability Services – Home modifications & social support (CHSP) 🧒 Before & After School & Vacation Care – Safe, enriching care for children 🍎 Food Pantry & Community Access – Access to food, internet, room hire & more 🛠️ Home Modifications & Maintenance – Making homes safe & accessible 🖥️ Internet & Computer Access – Bridging the digital divide 🧡 Domestic & Family Violence Counselling – Support for those in need of safety 🎓 Winanggaay Re-engagement Program – For suspended students (K–Yr 6) …and more! 📍 Visit Us: 31-33 Church St, Dubbo NSW 📞 Call Us: 1800 319 551 | 02 6883 2300 📧 Email Us: info@dnc.org.au 🌐 Learn More: www.ccsd.org.au 🙏 Donate: givenow.com.au/dnc 🍽️ Food & Meal Donations Welcome – Your generosity makes a real impact! Don’t hesitate to call or visit us should you need any support. Together, we’re Connecting Community & Changing Lives. 💫 #DubboCommunity #SupportLocal #ConnectingCommunity #NotForProfit #FamilySupport #YouthServices #AgedCare #DisabilitySupport #GiveBack #DubboNSW #CommunityCare #MakeADifference #YouthEmpowerment #HelpingHands #TogetherWeThrive (fb)