We are Vivid is a registered NDIS service provider that proivides supports and servicers to people living with disability across the townships Kyabram, Echuca, Kerang and Swan Hill. Vivid has a long and rich history spanning over 60 years, and delivers in home supports, group based programs, supported employment (paid meaningful employment), supported accommodation, holidays and community access and support coordination. We currently employ over 160 people and support over 260 people disability to achieve and lead great, fulfilling lives.

Midsumma is Australia’s premier LGBTQIA+ arts and cultural organisation, best known for its annual Midsumma Festival—a 22-day celebration held each summer in Melbourne. The festival showcases over 200 events spanning visual arts, performance, music, film, and community engagement, attracting more than 255,000 attendees annually.

Midsumma provides a platform for diverse queer voices and underrepresented communities through both curated and open-access programming, highlighting stories of lived experience, identity, and creative expression.

Beyond the festival, Midsumma runs year-round programs such as Midsumma Pathways, a national mentorship initiative supporting Deaf, disabled, and neurodiverse LGBTQIA+ artists. With a strong focus on intersectionality and inclusion, Midsumma leads initiatives to engage First Nations communities, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, young and older LGBTQIA+ people, trans and gender-diverse communities, and rainbow families.

Since 1988, Midsumma has played a critical role in fostering visibility, connection, and artistic development across queer communities, positioning itself as a vital cultural leader in Australia.

Collingwood Children’s Farm is a not-for-profit charity. The purpose of the Farm is to improve the lives of children, the disadvantaged, disabled, unemployed and marginalised persons within the Victorian community by providing inclusive services and support to build independence and quality of life for children and disadvantaged persons.

We are responsible for the upkeep of 8 hectares of the Crown land reserve, 1 km of which are along the Yarra river. We receive no ongoing operating funding from the government and rely on Farm entry fees, school tours, corporate volunteering and donations to look after the Farm and 10 animal species (over 150 animals in total) – from horses, cows, goats, sheep to guinea pigs and chickens.

We have a weekly volunteering program for those seeking to help us run the Farm.

Turbans 4 Australia (T4A), led by 2023 Australian of the Year Local Hero, Amar Singh, is proposing a national expansion project to address pressing socioeconomic challenges and promote multiculturalism across Australia.

T4A’s vision is to formalise and expand our existing food relief and multicultural community support services to help families in need across Australia. Since 2015, we have been helping governments, communities, and families respond in times of crisis by providing food relief, delivery services, and broader community support, predominantly across the East Coast of Australia.

T4A now plans to extend its services with new centres in Adelaide and Perth supported by mobile kitchen trailers that could operate in anywhere there is a need, particularly
regional centres like Alice Springs.The new facilities in Adelaide and Perth will be multipurpose community centres that, like the original centres in Sydney and Melbourne, will provide nutritious and culturally sensitive meals and takeaway hampers with groceries and personal care items as well as general meeting spaces to be
available for use for organised activities and as a drop-in space for a multitude of multicultural communities.

This general area will include large and small meeting areas that can be booked, free-of-charge by multicultural and not-for-profit community groups when non-programmed
activities are taking place. The expansion of T4A has been designed to meet the
following objectives:

– Help combat the socioeconomic challenges faced by many families;
– Reduce health disparities of vulnerable Australians;
– Build the confidence and resilience of vulnerable Australians through community development; and
– Enhance the social cohesion of those communities where we operate.

This project aims to raise awareness, educate, and provide support to the migrant and African communities in Victoria affected by gender-based violence (GBV). Many individuals, especially women and children, face barriers to accessing help, including cultural stigma, lack of information, and systemic challenges.

By bringing together experts, survivors, and community leaders, this event will:
– Educate the community on healthy relationships, early warning signs of abuse, and safety strategies.
– Empower individuals by providing practical tools, referrals, and support networks.
– Encourage conversations to break the silence around GBV and reduce stigma.
– Connect attendees with local services, mental health professionals, and legal advisors.

Family Empowerment for Change, Growth, and Social Development (FECGSD) is a transformative not-for-profit organisation dedicated to empowering women, girls, and children who are particularly vulnerable to violence, exploitation, and abuse.

Through a multifaceted approach that includes providing relevant support, comprehensive social services, access to education, and pathways to justice, FECGSD strives to break the cycle of marginalisation and help create a more equitable society where every individual has the opportunity to thrive.

The core of FECGSD’s mission is the belief that empowerment begins within the family unit. By providing relevant support, social services, education, and justice, the organisation aims to strengthen families, allowing them to become agents of change in their communities.

FECGSD recognises the importance of addressing the root causes of vulnerability, such as poverty, lack of education, and gender inequality.

Plus Community is deeply committed to addressing critical social issues and improving the lives of vulnerable populations. Its services span multiple domains, ensuring clients receive holistic support to overcome challenges, achieve stability, and reintegrate into their communities.

Key Areas of Service:
– Domestic Violence Services: Housing Plus and now Plus Community is a recognised leader in the DFV sector in NSW, providing essential services to individuals and families affected by domestic and family violence. Plus Community particularly aligns as an organisation which has proven impact in the area of Domestic Violence Services. In the last financial year, we have assisted 8,172 women and children experiencing domestic violence,
– The Orchards has provided 8,798 emergency bed nights for those fleeing domestic violence.
– Post-Release Support Services: The organisation plays a vital role in supporting individuals transitioning from prison. Through its Initial Transitional Service, Housing Plus helps reintegrate clients into the community and reduce recidivism.
– Employment Services: Housing Plus assists clients in accessing education, training, and work opportunities, empowering them to achieve independence and stability.
– Homelessness Services: Plus Community is also a registered accredited Specialist Homelessness Service (SHS) provider, able to deliver services to support individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
– Community Services: The organisation is committed to enhancing social outcomes and improving the wellbeing of its customers through tailored and specialist service delivery.

Wongan Community Care is a grassroots, not-for-profit organisation that has been serving the community for over 40 years. Our mission is to support children with disabilities and/or those experiencing disadvantage—along with their families and carers—who face limited access to intervention services, therapy equipment, resources, and assistance, often due to their rural location.

We strive to bridge the gaps in service delivery, helping these children reach their full potential, thrive within their schools and communities, and equipping their families with the skills and confidence to advocate effectively on their behalf as well as empower families with the knowledge and tools they need to raise their children in nurturing, inclusive, and supportive environments.