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The Intercultural Action Group is a community group that was formed on 1st February 2018 as a response to the increasing multicultural population of Margaret River Western Australia.
25/11/2025
From 10 December 2025, many social media platforms won’t be allowed to let Australians under 16 create or keep an account. The information on e-safety page will help you understand why and how you can help your under-16 through the change as parent/co-parent/carer.
A big THANK YOU to everyone who visited our stall at the Festival of Our Age! 💙 Your energy, enthusiasm and suggestions have truly inspired us. Together, we’re one step closer to empowering seniors with digital confidence and creating stronger connections in our community. 🙌
A big THANK YOU to Shire of Augusta Margaret River for organizing the event and awesome food spread!
Special shoutout to those who signed up as Digital Mentors - your commitment is the key to bridging the digital divide. 🌟 For those who couldn’t make it, it’s not too late to join the movement! Scan our QR code, register your details & we will contact you :)
Let’s continue to make a difference, one click at a time. 💻
14/11/2024
It's TODAY! Make a Difference – Become a Digital Mentor!
Ever wanted to make a real impact in someone’s life? 🌍 At the Festival of Our Age Expo, we’re looking for passionate people to become Digital Mentors! Help seniors gain confidence with technology and connect with loved ones. 💻💙
Sign up at our booth, attend a training and get a $50 voucher as a thank-you for joining our mission. 🎉 You’ll also receive a certificate and our heartfelt gratitude. Don’t miss this chance to empower our seniors and bring our community closer.
📅 See you soon!
14/11/2024
Get Ready for Fun, Learning and Connections!
Exciting news! The Festival of Our Age Expo is just around the corner and we can’t wait to see YOU there tomorrow! 🎉 This event is packed with fun and purpose.
👋 Stop by our booth to learn about becoming a Digital Mentor – it’s a simple, rewarding way to support seniors in staying connected online. You’ll get hands-on training and a $50 voucher as a thank-you!
Bring a friend and let’s make this Expo a celebration to remember. Are you in?
13/11/2024
Fun Fact: How Digital Skills Enhance Independence
Did you know?
Digital skills can help seniors shop online, keep up with the news, and even explore hobbies—all from home! 🏡
Helping our older community learn these skills means empowering them with independence and choice. 💪
What new skill would you teach a senior first?
12/11/2024
Join Us at the Festival of Our Age Expo!
🎉 Ready for an amazing day out? Join us at the Festival of Our Age Expo! It's not just an event – it’s a celebration of our seniors and their vibrant place in the community. 💙
Explore booths, connect with organizations and don’t miss our Digital Mentor station where you can learn how to help seniors with technology! 🖥️💡
📅 Date: Friday, 15th November 2024
📍 Location: Margaret River HEART
✨ Let’s make this Expo unforgettable – see you there!
11/11/2024
Health Resources at Their Fingertips
Imagine needing healthcare but feeling unsure about booking an appointment online or accessing telehealth. For seniors, digital skills can mean better health access! 💻
Let’s work together to make sure no one misses out on essential services.
What’s your favorite online health tip for beginners?
10/11/2024
Online Safety Awareness
Scams are everywhere and seniors without tech knowledge are often the most vulnerable. 🛡️
Knowing what to look out for online can make all the difference.
Let’s help our seniors feel safe by sharing easy-to-follow digital safety tips.
What online safety advice would you give?
09/11/2024
Financial Challenges of Lacking Tech Skills
Did you know that without basic digital skills, many seniors miss out on online discounts, digital banking and other financial conveniences? 📲
Let’s empower our older community members to make the most of their money by learning the ins and outs of online tools.
Tag someone who would benefit from this knowledge!
08/11/2024
Challenge Spotlight: Staying Connected
Imagine wanting to see your grandkids but struggling with a video call. For many seniors, tech knowledge is the bridge to staying connected with family and friends! 💙
Let’s support our seniors in learning the basics so they never feel left out.
What tips would you share with someone just starting out with tech?
06/11/2024
Being a Digital Mentor is more than just teaching tech—it’s about connection, independence and inclusion.
Imagine helping a senior make their first video call to their family. Priceless, right?💙
04/11/2024
🌐 Help Bridge the Digital Divide! 🌐
Since 2018, Intercultural Action Group Inc., has been committed to fostering inclusivity in our community. Now, with support from Good Things Foundation Australia, we're recruiting 100 Digital Mentors to empower seniors with essential digital skills.
💻 Become a Digital Mentor and make a lasting impact! Receive free training and a $50 voucher as a thank you. Join us in helping seniors stay connected, independent, and confident in today’s digital world.
👉 Ready to make a difference? Scan the QR code to sign up or learn more. Let’s build a more inclusive, connected community together. Empowering Seniors One Click at a Time!
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Intercultural describes communities in which there is a deep understanding and respect for all cultures. It focuses on the mutual exchange of ideas & cultural norms and the development of deep relationships. In an intercultural society, everyone learns from one another and grows together.
Who is the Intercultural Action Group:
The Intercultural Action Group was formed in February 2018 as a response to the increasing
multicultural population of the Margaret River region in WA.
Our aim:
• to empower
• to provide support to migrants who are living in Margaret River
• to promote the benefits of cultural diversity within the community of Margaret River
• to plan & organize projects for the community to be inclusive
• to offer support mechanisms for newly arrived and established people in the region
Yen Hawkes (Singaporean) & Ellen Lahti (Finnish) are the co-founders of Intercultural Action Group which was formed in February 2018
We are approved individual members of Harmony Alliance in May 2018
Intercultural Action Group is a network supporter of Welcoming Cities since June 2018 (Welcoming Cities is a national network of cities, shires, towns and municipalities who are committed to an Australia where everyone can belong and participate in social, cultural, economic and civic life. The network is also part of a growing international movement of more than 135 municipalities in New Zealand, the Americas and Europe)
Intercultural Action Group is a network supporter of FECCA since June 2018 (FECCA is the peak, national body representing Australians from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. FECCA's role is to advocate and promote issues on behalf of its constituency to government, business and the broader community)
We launched our first project “Your Story Matters” in June 2018 – where we encouraged migrants to tell their stories and later realized through our face-to-face sharing sessions that the majority of the migrants were experiencing language as their main barrier
We are members of the Naturaliste / Leeuwin District Health Advisory Council in the South West since September 2018 representing Margaret River
We are members of the Community Access and Inclusion Reference Group (CAIRG) since July 2018
We partnered with Augusta Margaret River Shire and launched “Hello Margaret River” in February 2019. What is Hello Margaret River? It is a handy flyer to assist new arrivals to Margaret River area. It includes a list of local services and information available to help new arrivals settle into the region. It is useful for the whole community of Margaret River.
We designed and launched our Intercultural Action Group T-shirt and Calico bag in September 2018
In October 2018, we launched Building Bridges which aims to bring the community together to be empowered, to explore, to share, to learn, to listen and most importantly, to have FUN!
We were invited for a radio interview with Dee Salmin from ABC Southwest on 25 March 2019 to talk about Hello Margaret River and Intercultural Action Group – our future plans
We have partnered with Augusta Margaret River Shire and Margaret River Library for a Harmony Day celebration event on Thursday, 21 March 2019 – Colourfest Film Festival 2019 “Australian Stories”
We have partnered with Jobs South West (JSW) to run FREE workshops for the community to get them Job Ready in May & June 2019
We are approved members of ConnectGroups since 27 May 2019 - ConnectGroups promotes the philosophy and practice of peer support throughout Western Australia
We have partnered with local artist Dr Michael Wise for a community arts project using recycled materials to create paperdolls; Wednesday 29 May 2019 at the Church Gallery @ The Community Centre Margaret River
We are onboard the Busselton Jetty Multicultural Working Group Committee since June 2019
Our biggest milestone was when Intercultural Action Group was incorporated on 26 July 2019
