Ethnic Services
Level 6, 31 Victor Street
Chatswood
Phone: 9777 7992
E-mail:
ethniccoord@willoughby.nsw.gov.au
Although the Willoughby area is fortunate to have residents from a variety of cultures and backgrounds, it is sometimes difficult for these people to access the services they need. Willoughby City Council’s Multicultural Services aim to identify the needs and issues of ethnic communities within the area, and to assist in developing services that help meet those needs through social planning.
You are welcome to visit Willoughby Council and discuss your needs. A Council Officer will provide you with information on the services available that best suits your needs and advise on how to access them.
Language Assistance
If you need to speak to MOSAIC or Council in your home language about a Council service, or you need help, call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450. You will need to ask an interpreter to contact Council on 9777 7992. This service is free of charge.
Services
MOSAIC Multicultural Centre is always filled with many different cultural and ethnic groups organising activities aimed at specific members of the community. Regular programmes and special events are provided.
Lower North Shore (LNS) Multicultural Aged Day Care Program - aimed at elderly people in the Lower North Shore who do not speak English as their first language.
Information Talks / Workshops / Courses - a community development approach assisting various culturally and linguistically diverse communities building their capacities.
Sustainability Education Workshops - For the Italian Community, these workshops provide an opportunity for those who prefer speaking Italian to find out how to protect and enhance the environment by living a sustainable lifestyle.
Community Harmony Initiatives
Ethnic Services promotes a number of harmony initiatives and organises/ supports community events that promote multiculturalism and celebrate diversity.
Multicultural Forum - hosted as part of Harmony Day to promote community harmony betweent the culturally diverse.
Other Resources
Willoughby Library has material in twelve different community languages.
Towering Towards Sustainability - provides information on environmentally friendly practices that you can use in the home. These are available in Korean and Chinese.
Willoughby Council also supports the Aboriginal Heritage Office, whose role it is to monitor Aboriginal sites and ensure their preservation.