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Western Sydney MRC champions and responds to the needs of refugees, migrants and the cultural, linguistic & religious diversity of Liverpool and its catchments. Currently, Western Sydney MRC provides clients with:
- Practical information, referrals and opportunities to make new connections and build networks, while developing skills and knowledge, through group activities and casework services
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nformation sessions to support groups of people who have similar issues.
- Community development activity opportunities to build their capacity.
- Representation to mainstream service providers in the area, support addressing policy and practice issues and assistance providing information on emerging issues to stakeholders.

12/06/2026

🌟 Make Your EOFY Donation Count – Tax-Deductible Giving That Changes Lives 🌟

As the End of Financial Year approaches, now is the perfect time to make a meaningful impact in your community while receiving a tax-deductible benefit.

Your donation helps us continue delivering essential programs and services that support people at every stage of life:

🤝 Settlement Services – helping newly arrived migrants and refugees build confident, connected, and successful lives in Australia.

💙 Resilience and Wellbeing Programs – supporting individuals, families, and communities to overcome challenges and thrive.

👵 Aged Care Services – enhancing wellbeing, independence, and social connection for older Australians.

🏘️ Community Capacity Building – strengthening community leadership, participation, and inclusion.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families and Children Programs – providing support, education, and opportunities for families to flourish.

🌱 Youth Services – empowering young people through engagement, leadership development, and pathways to success.

Donate before 30 June to make a difference and claim a tax deduction this financial year. All donations over $2 are tax-deductible, and you will receive a receipt for your records.

Every contribution helps create stronger communities, greater opportunities, and brighter futures. Together, we can support those who need it most and build a more inclusive, resilient community for all.

👉 To make a donation, please visit our website via the QR code below or at www.wsmrc.org.au/donate or contact us at 02 8778 1200.

Together, we can continue to make a profound impact on the lives of those who need it most.

11/06/2026

Samoa Day 8th June 2026

Western Sydney MRC were delighted to participate in the Samoa Day celebrations this year at Liverpool Whitlam Leisure Centre, hosted by Fono Samoa NSW joining our Pacific Islander communities in a day of culture, connection, and community spirit.

As a Settlement service provider, we are committed to welcoming, supporting, and engaging with people from diverse backgrounds. Events like Samoa Day provide a wonderful opportunity to connect with community members, share information about available services, and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of our Pacific communities.
It was especially meaningful to engage with participants from the PEV (Pacific Engagement Visa) and Falepili pathways, strengthening relationships and supporting successful settlement and community participation.

Thank you Fono Samoa NSW for the opportunity to share our service and to everyone who stopped by to say hello, share their stories, and celebrate together, including: Pacific Officers Law Enforcement Network - POLEN - NSW Police Force, NSW Council for Pacific Communities; Elevated Culture Foundation ; Pacific Way Gift Shop.

We look forward to continuing to work alongside our Pacific Islander communities to build connections, belonging, and opportunities for all.

23/04/2026

Engaging on migration, settlement, and social cohesion in Western Sydney

Yesterday, our CEO, Dor Akech Achiek participated in a roundtable with the Assistant Minister for Immigration, Hon. Matt Thistlethwaite MP, hosted by Hon. David Moncrieff MP (Member for Hughes). The discussion created a valuable space for community leaders to share perspectives on how immigration settings impact communities across South‑Western Sydney and the services that support them.

At the roundtable, Dor highlighted that Western Sydney navigates social cohesion challenges every day—shaped by rapid population growth, cultural and linguistic diversity, and persistent gaps in access to services, jobs, housing, and infrastructure. When growth outpaces investment, trust and inclusion are put under strain.
Drawing on decades of place‑based settlement experience in one of Australia’s largest settlement regions, Western Sydney MRC reaffirmed that sustainable migration programs must be place‑based, inclusive, and skills‑focused, aligned with the region’s growth and diversity.

Key priorities raised included:

1. Targeted skilled migration aligned to local labour shortages (healthcare, construction, education, logistics, clean energy), with clear pathways to permanence.
2. Strong settlement and language support, including adequate funding for specialised services, English classes, employment mentoring, and recognition of overseas qualifications.
3. Community‑led integration, investing in local organisations to build cross‑cultural connections and prevent social isolation.
4. Infrastructure and housing alignment, ensuring migration intakes match capacity in transport, schools, health services, and affordable housing.
5. Youth and family‑focused programs to support education, mental health, and employment pathways for second‑generation migrants.
6. Predictable, responsible humanitarian program growth through a multi‑year intake framework aligned to settlement capacity.
7. Protection‑focused humanitarian pathways that prioritise family unity as essential settlement infrastructure.
8. Sustained investment in settlement systems, strengthening coordination across community organisations, mainstream services, and government.
9. Complementary migration pathways that are truly additional to the core humanitarian program and do not shift costs onto refugee communities—while keeping accessibility and equity central.

We appreciate the opportunity for open dialogue and look forward to continued collaboration to ensure migration settings support strong, inclusive, and cohesive communities in Western Sydney.

15/04/2026

We have our Permanent CEO!

Western Sydney MRC (WSMRC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dor Akech Achiek as Chief Executive Officer, effective 27 April 2026.

Following a comprehensive recruitment and selection process, the Board is pleased to confirm Dor’s appointment. He brings significant depth of experience, a strong understanding of the sector, and a deep commitment to the communities WSMRC serves. Dor has more than 17 years of experience, most recently serving as Head of Settlement Services at SSI - Settlement Services International.

Dor is a highly respected leader with a genuine commitment to purpose-led work, aligning closely with our organisational values and strategic priorities.

Having served as Interim CEO for the past six months, Dor has demonstrated his leadership, values, and commitment in action. During this time, he has provided stability, clear direction, and thoughtful leadership, while maintaining a strong focus on our mission to support culturally and linguistically diverse communities across Western Sydney.

The Board has full confidence in Dor’s ability to lead WSMRC into its next strategic phase—strengthening our services, deepening partnerships, and delivering enduring impact.
Dor expressed his enthusiasm and commitment to the organisation’s mission:

“I am honoured and excited to be appointed as Chief Executive Officer of Western Sydney Migrant Resource Centre. WSMRC has a proud history of delivering responsive and impactful services that support culturally and linguistically diverse communities across Western Sydney. I look forward to working closely with our dedicated staff, Board, partners, and community to build on this strong foundation—enhancing our services, strengthening connections, and creating lasting, positive impact for the people we serve.”

The Board has full confidence in Dor’s leadership and vision for the future of the organisation.
“Dor’s extensive experience and passionate commitment to our values and mission make him the ideal leader to guide WSMRC into the future,” said Rola Hijwel, Chair of the Board.
“We are excited to work with Dor on the next chapter of WSMRC’s journey—building on our legacy, empowering communities, and creating lasting, positive change across Western Sydney.”

Dor’s leadership comes at a pivotal time as WSMRC continues to expand its services and reach, responding to the evolving needs of migrant and refugee communities across Western Sydney. Under his leadership, WSMRC is well positioned to continue its vital role in supporting individuals and families and strengthening inclusive, connected communities.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Rola Hijwel, WSMRC Chairperson,
0414656172 [email protected]

01/04/2026

Western Sydney Mrc Harmony Week Celebrations across Liverpool, Campbelltown, Blacktown & NSW Premier's dinner

WSMRC celebrated Harmony Week with our diverse communities across Liverpool; Campbelltown and Blacktown. We also had the privilege to attend the Premier’s Harmony Dinner at ICC Sydney, hosted by Multicultural NSW with members of our Board; Staff and Community

These vibrant celebrations highlighted the richness of culture, diversity, and community connection, all while embracing the message of belonging and continuing to strengthen unity and inclusion across our communities.

From colorful performances to powerful shared stories, people from all walks of life came together celebrating what makes each culture unique and showing how we can truly thrive in harmony.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to making these events so meaningful and memorable.

Let’s continue embracing diversity, fostering understanding, and making harmony part of every day.

20/03/2026

🎉 Gala Day Concert & Seniors Week Celebrations 🎉

WSMRC celebrated and honoured our elderly clients with a fantastic day out at the Gala Day event at Darling Harbour. The concert featured an incredible lineup of diverse performances by Dami Im, Nathan Foley, Jay Laga'aia, Olivia Fox, and Tarryn Stokes—creating a truly memorable experience for everyone. A heartfelt thank you to the Department of Communities and Justice for organising such a special event to celebrate and honour our seniors.

The celebrations continued in Liverpool, with a meaningful day dedicated to recognising the wisdom, strength, and invaluable contributions our seniors have made in shaping our communities. We honour their stories, experiences, and resilience, which continue to inspire us every day.

Through our Aged Care programs—ACVVS, CHSP, and ElderConnect ( and ); WSMRC remains committed to celebrating and supporting our elders, whether through a kind word, a visit, or simply spending time together. 💛

13/03/2026

🌏✨ Celebrate Harmony Day with Us! ✨🌏
Join us for a day of connection, culture, and community! 🎉

WSMRC invites you to our Harmony Day Celebration, where we come together to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and the amazing cultures that make our community shine.

Registrations here:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1984437778816?aff=oddtdtcreator

12/03/2026

For International Women’s Day celebrations Western Sydney MRC proudly launched a new report on 10th March on the civic engagement and aspirations of culturally and racially marginalised (CARM) girls and young women from migrant and refugee backgrounds in South West Sydney.

Developed in partnership with Western Sydney University and Whitlam Institute, the research highlights key barriers and enablers shaping how young women participate in Australian society. We acknowledge the leadership of our Western Sydney MRC staff members, Janice Rodrigues and Rahmi, and thank them for their valuable contributions to this work.

Read the report here:https://researchers-admin.westernsydney.edu.au/ws/portalfiles/portal/386919616/CARM_Report_Final.pdf

We also as part of the Western Sydney Region Settlement Consortium co-hosted an inspiring International Women’s Day event on 9 March 2026 with SSI; supported by 2M Language Services

We celebrated strong women with lived expertise who have journeyed from silence to power, amplifying their voices for justice and inspiring change in our communities with Amera, Noor Azizah, Lama Al-Akhras, Malini Raj GAICD SF Fin and Sheila Ngoc Pham, PhD also sharing their voices.

If you would like to learn more about Amera’s remarkable story, The Guardian recently featured her journey:
https://lnkd.in/gpYzh7JQ

More about Amera and her book:
https://ameraali.com/

04/03/2026

✨ February Highlights at WSMRC ✨

It’s been a fantastic start to the year at Western Sydney MRC, with programs, partnerships and community activities in full swing!

🎓 Certificate III in Community Services (CHC32015)
Our Term 1 class has commenced in partnership with TAFE NSW - Liverpool, supporting clients and communities to build skills and career pathways in the community services sector.

✅ Delivered by TAFE NSW at 108 Moore Street, Liverpool in partnership with WSMRC
📅 5 February – 19 June 2026
🗓 Thursday & Friday (2 days per week)

We’re proud to see participants investing in their futures!

🌸 Women’s Circle Support Group 🌸
A welcoming space to connect, share experiences, and celebrate culture with other women in our community.

📍 108 Moore Street, Liverpool NSW 2170
🗓 Last Friday of every month
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Everyone is welcome!

🌿 Centre-Based Respite
Our respite clients enjoyed weekly outings and engaging in-centre activities, building meaningful connections and sharing plenty of smiles along the way.

🗓 Every Thursday at multiple locations

🤝 Emergency Relief Services
Emergency Relief is now available at WSMRC, supporting individuals and families across South Western and outer South Western Sydney for families facing financial hardship.

🏊‍♀️🧘‍♀️🏐 Play Our Way Program
Swimming, yoga and netball sessions continue each week, promoting wellbeing, confidence and teamwork in a fun and inclusive environment.

🗓 Weekly sessions at Whitlam Leisure Centre

💄 Youth Settlement Program – Beauty Taster Course
An exciting 8-week beauty taster course delivered by TAFE NSW has commenced at WSMRC Liverpool, giving young people hands-on skills and new learning opportunities.

🗓 Every Friday for 8 weeks

🥣 Breakfast Club & School Support
Breakfast Club is back at Miller Technology High School, alongside ongoing employment support at Lurnea High School IEC — helping students start their day right and plan for their futures.

🗓 Weekly during school term.

🌙✨ Religious & Cultural Celebrations in February
We also acknowledge and celebrate the diverse religious and cultural observances recognised by our community during February. WSMRC is proud to support and respect the many faiths and traditions that make our community strong and vibrant.

We’re looking forward to another impactful month ahead supporting our community 💙

29/01/2026

WSMRC are excited to kick off 2026 and welcome our community! 🎉

We’re also proud to share some recent highlights:
🚲 Youth excursions school holidays program, including the launch of our bike giveaway for families with safety checks in partnership with Revolve Recycling.
👵 Our Aged Care team has commenced Respite Care activities, supporting our seniors and their families.
👭⚽Play Our Way program empowering women through sports.

Check out all our weekly activities and come join the fun as we start the year together. We can’t wait to see you at our upcoming events!

Address

108 Moore Street
Liverpool, NSW
2170

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61 2 8778 1200

Website

https://wsmrc.org.au/

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