By Matthew Sims
Australian Multicultural Community Services (AMCS) is entering a new phase of its journey to support volunteers driving better community health and wellbeing in the western region of Melbourne, announcing a new partnership with Volunteer West.
Volunteer West is a leader in inclusive volunteering practices and a dedicated volunteer resource centre, with a focus on inclusive volunteering experiences to support personal well-being and community resilience.
With a head office in Maidstone, AMCS is a not-for-profit charity with 40 years of experience in supporting people in multicultural communities through a number of services, including home care for seniors, volunteering, social engagement, adult education and employment pathways.
AMCS chief executive Elizabeth Drozd said AMCS is proud to welcome Volunteer West into the organisation.
“We look forward to continuing their considerable legacy of volunteer engagement and volunteering best practice,” she said.
“I would like to personally thank the staff, volunteers and board of Volunteer West and acknowledge the impact that their services and programs have had on communities in the western suburbs to date.
“The impact of volunteers on the community cannot be overstated.”
AMCS chairperson Russell Howard said the partnership will result in positive outcomes for all parties.
“In our efforts to provide care and support for those in the community, we are delighted that Volunteer West have recognised our commitment as we look to expand on their substantial impact to date,” he said.
“I have no doubt that the knowledge and experience of the Volunteer West team will work to strengthen our volunteering practices.”
Volunteer West board president Roland Selvanayagam said they are confident AMCS will expand on Volunteer West’s impact and vision.
“The board unanimously decided that joining Australian Multicultural Community Services would be the best synergistic option for Volunteer West going forward, to continue on a shared path and to open up new opportunities to help the community,” he said.
