Our Programs
Access & Support
What is Mullum Mullum Aboriginal Gathering Place?
Staying independent, safe and well at home is important, but finding the right services to help can be complicated. Our Access and Support staff can work with you to access the services that meet your needs and goals.
What Access and Support can do for you:
- Referral and application to Aged and Disability services: for people under 50 (NDIS or HACC PYP) and for people over 50 (My Aged Care- CHSP, Home Care Packages, Respite, Residential aged care) to access services:
- To keep you well and independent
- Personal care and health services (nursing and allied health)
- Shopping and cooking; domestic assistance, e.g. cleaning.
- To keep you safe in your home
- Home maintenance and modifications
- Assistive aids and equipment, e.g. a shower chair or grab rails.
- To keep you connected
- Social support groups
- Transport
- To keep you well and independent
- We can connect you with services and help you complete forms for legal services, Centrelink, health services, housing and half-price taxi cards.
- Organise appointments, attend them with you and provide transport.
- Support to make informed decisions and receive medical treatment
For more information, please contact:
Kerry Williams Phone: 9725 2166
Email: programs@mmigp.org.au
Arts & Craft Group
Your Creativity at Its Best!
Every Wednesday during the school term, from 10 am to 2 pm.
A chance to practise and express your creativity through arts and craft activities!
Please contact Jodi at jodi.philpott@mmigp.org.au for more information about the group and how to get involved.
Planned Activity Group (PAG) / Social Support Program
Welcome to the Planned Activity Group (PAG) / Social Support Program.
In this group, we aim to support the following community members in a safe and culturally appropriate way:
- Elders;
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander members of our community who are over 50 years of age.
in a safe and culturally appropriate way.
What is the PAG & Social Support Program?
The Planned Activity Group (PAG)/Social Support Program aims to:
- Promote social support, connection and inclusion through fun, social gatherings.
- Assist and support participants in maintaining an independent, healthy lifestyle in a culturally appropriate manner.
- Connect participants with Aboriginal Elders, their community and their culture.
- Provide advocacy and support for Aboriginal Elders living in the Eastern Metropolitan Region.
For all enquiries, please contact Marc Williams, Planned Activity Group / Social Support Coordinator, at: elderspag@mmigp.org.au
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Aboriginal Women’s Yarning Circle
Program Overview
The Women’s Group aims to promote wellbeing by connecting women with their cultural roots and providing social activities for Aboriginal women in the Eastern Metropolitan Region. Members of the Women’s Group participate in a range of cultural activities at MMAGP, as well as enjoying outings together. This is an opportunity to come together, share your stories, express your ideas and connect in a sacred and safe environment. Our Women’s Group provides a culturally safe environment for our women to make meaningful connections and develop their skills and hobbies.
Please contact Kerry: programs@mmigp.org.au or Kate: kate.miller@mmigp.org.au
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Men’s Group
Program Overview
The Men’s Group is for Aboriginal men in the Eastern Metropolitan Region. This program has been developed to support Aboriginal men within the EMR, strengthen their culturally identity and strengthen their families and community. The men gather in an informal and relaxed environment to undertake social activities such as day trips, men’s cultural activities, or just to catch up, have a feed and have a yarn.
Focus groups based on culture, recreation and education are the core basis of engaging the men. MMAGP’s Men’s Group also builds links with other Aboriginal men’s groups around the region, state and nation. We envisage that the Men’s Group can provide support and mentorship to other programs operating at MMAGP, such as the Youth, Elders and Women’s groups.
Our Men’s Group meets every Thursday from 4 pm to 6 pm. Please see our calendar of events for more information.
If you would like to join or learn more about our Men’s Group, Please contact our Men’s Worker, Peta, on:
0400 752 165 or email peta.koopmans@mmigp.org.au
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Aunty Jackie’s Pantry
Aunty Jackie’s Pantry Overview
MMAGP has established a community-controlled pantry, managed by staff and volunteers, which has been a resounding success. This unique program is based on an energy exchange model and distributes fresh produce amongst other essentials that would otherwise end up in landfill.
Our pantry not only provides food relief to the community but also acts as a form of community engagement and an educational platform. Our Foodbank provides a platform for knowledge sharing and health promotion, and empowers our community to take control of its wellbeing.
In addition to our wonderful volunteers, MMAGP receives incredible support and ongoing commitment from Empower and Foodbank Australia. MMAGP also receives donations from various generous organisations and individuals and continues to fundraise to support this initiative.
MMAGP’s Foodbank (now Aunty Jackie’s Pantry) was the recipient of an award in the past – Program Leadership and Innovation from the Regional Aboriginal Justice Advisory Committee (convened by Aboriginal Issues Unit within the Department of Justice). MMAGP was also nominated for the Statewide award in the same category.
Aunty Jackie’s Pantry is available for all Aboriginal community members, their partners, families and carers who reside in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne.
For more information, please contact our Pantry Coordinator on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, between 9 am and 5 pm, or email Elishia: elishia.hellier@mmigp.org.au
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Youth Group
Youth Programs
Our youth programs are designed to create a safe, inviting, nurturing and fun environment where young people can connect with others while learning about culture and developing their cultural, social and emotional skills that help them in their cultural, social, emotional and many other areas of development. We invite all aboriginal young people into the space regardless of where they are at on their journey in hopes to grow and learn together.
Keep an eye on our social media channels and monthly calendar for special events and programs that everyone is welcome to attend!
Youth Culture Group
Our Youth Culture Group for young people aged 6–12 meets every second Wednesday from 4:30 pm to 6 pm.
These sessions are for youth to connect with other Koori kids, connect with culture and generally have fun.
We offer:
- Youth Support
- Holiday Programs
- Weekly Cultural Groups
- Targeted Workshops
- Camps
- Incursions and Excursions
And much more
Youth Pathways
Youth Pathways runs every Thursday from 5 pm to 7 pm and is aimed at young people aged 13–17.
We cover skills needed to enter adulthood which include:
- Resume Writing
- Learning Digital and IT Skills
- How to be interview ready
- Ways to overcome barriers in the workplace
- Networking with other youth and different external agencies
For young adults, we host dinners every other Wednesday evening, usually with the Elders. We also run special workshops and outings.
Alongside our two main groups, we host family and friends events, fun nights and holiday activities for young people. We also promote cultural immersion and involvement in MMAGP’s other programs where appropriate.
If you would like to enquire about registration or find out more, please contact us on (03) 9725 2166 or email jessilee.hume@mmigp.org.au
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Yeng Gali Mullum
Program Overview
Yeng Gali Mullum began as a casual singing group and now performs as a choir at various events. All singers, instrumentalists and technical support staff are volunteers, and the choir includes both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal community members from Victoria. Members have the opportunity to sing in First Languages or Australian English. Yeng Gali Mullum is an open and welcoming group that invites community members and friends of all experience levels to join and have fun!
Please email mmigp@mmigp.org.au if you are interested in being involved.