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The Multicultural Association of Canberra(MAC) and GOPIO had a great mental health session at Jewel Of India on 16/10/22. The event drew over 85 attendees, and the restaurant was completely booked. Nishi Puri president of the Multicultural Association of California (MAC), opened the session by stating that this was the fifth mental health workshop in one year, as a consequence of COVID-19 restrictions on publicContinue reading “Mental Health Month Session ACT – 16/10/22”

The Multicultural Association of Canberra (MAC) and GOPIO (4th Sep 2022) are proud to partner with cultural perspectives to deliver an interactive workshop on respectful conversations with children, and develop a deeper understanding of respect in relationships at home, school and in the community. This workshop provided participants with a safe and supportive environment in which toContinue reading “An interactive workshop – Respect for All 4/09/22”

The ACT government has presented Nishi Puri president (MAC & GOPIO) and Mainul Haque ( MAC Patron) with an Honorary Ambassador Award for their work in Australian multicultural communities.Award was presented by international engagement commissioner Brendon Smyth and Minister Chris Steele. Both Nishi Puri and Haque have made significant contributions to the lives of many people from a diverse range ofContinue reading “The ACT Government Presents 2022 Multicultural Honorary Ambassadors Award to Nishi Puri & Mainul Haque…..19/07/2022”

MAC & GOPIO – Supporting Community Health and Well Being–16/06/2022 Connecting with local community to foster their Mental health and Well Being. MAC & GOPIO together organised YOGA for Health , Date: 16th June 2022

“Nishi Puri” (President MAC) The Multicultural Association of Canberra says there is a dire lack of culturally appropriate aged care facilities in the ACT, with many culturally and linguistically diverse Canberrans dreading the prospect of entering a facility.For many, English is not their first language, religion is important and they are used to eating traditionalContinue reading “President MAC Nishi Puri– Raising Concerns about Aging Communities”

MAC and Gopio in collaboration with Feros care and Wellways Australia organised a very informative session on suicide prevention and aftercare. It was followed by a book launch of HOPE which contains very important and useful information on who to contact when seeking mental health support.Many thanks to Shravan from Wellways and Richa from FerosContinue reading “MAC & Gopio in collaboration with Feros care and Wellways Australia – Supporting Communities – Well-Being & Mental Health… Date: 15/05/ 2022”

Mac & Gopio Celebrated Holi and Harmony Day on Sunday the 20th March 2022, at Jewel of India.. The objective of the event is to spread the message of Harmony and celebrate through the vibrant colours of the Holi festival. It was a great experience to mash up Eastern Tradition with Western Culture together and get a different butContinue reading “Holi & Harmony Celebrations By Mac & Gopio 20/03/22”

We had a very successful Movie day on 15th March 2022 at the Hoyts cinema Woden. MAC and GOPIO screened the film “Kashmir Files” exclusively for its community members.  Over 80 people participated in this eye-opener movie which is based on the plight of Kashmiri pandits in 1990. We express our gratitude to the event sponsor Rakesh Bhutani Ji for his generous help and support. Thank youContinue reading “MAC and GOPIO screened the film “Kashmir Files” March 2022”

 The University of Canberra has formally thanked the Multicultural Association of Canberra (MAC) and the Global Organisation for People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) for helping to support the University’s international students.  Click to Continue Reading …… (22/02/2022). On 22/2/22 the University of Canberra presented a plaque to President Nishi Puri who is president of both organisations. This plaque was presented forContinue reading “University of Canberra – Presented A plaque of Honour to MAC – President Nishi Puri”