Announcement of Funded Projects for Hume Empowering Communities Grant

The Hume Empowering Communities Action Group is pleased to announce the successful projects for the Youth-led Grant (Round 2, Stream 2) of the Hume Empowering Communities initiative funded through the Victorian Government’s Building Safer Communities Program. 

The Hume Empowering Communities Assessment Panel received a number of grant applications from youth groups and young individuals to drive, plan and deliver projects in Hume for young people aged between 8-24 years, auspice by an organisation. Total funding of $43,230 has been administered across six Hume-based projects.

We are pleased to announce the following successful funded projects:

• Hassan Short Film Project – led by Ahmad Yousuf, auspiced by Australian Multicultural Community Centre. Ahmad will be producing a compelling short film titled "Hassan" which aims to raise awareness of peer pressure and the consequences of criminal behaviour.
• The Headstrong Podcast – led by Headspace Youth Advocacy Group (YAG), auspiced by Orygen. This project that will provide a platform for young voices to discuss mental health, well-being, support services, and marginalised groups. It aims to combat isolation and validate young people's experiences.
• Raising Community Awareness and Educate End Users about Cybercrime and its Prevention project – led by Leano Pheto, auspiced by Australian Multicultural Community Centre. This project will deliver a vital cyber security awareness event aimed at improving young people’s ability to prevent and respond to cyber safety incidents.
• The Building Bridges Program – led and auspiced by Victorian Afghan Youth Association. This project that aims to address challenges faced by Afghan youth and offers support, opportunities, and a safe space for Afghan youth to thrive, ultimately working towards a more inclusive, harmonious, and empowered community in Hume.
• Pasefika Youth Day Project – led by Glenroy EFKS Youth Group, auspiced by Engage Pasifika. This initiative will aim to strengthen social and cultural connections amongst young Pasifika people.
• All Saints Safety Day – T-shirt design competition project – led by All Saints Teen Club, auspiced by All Saints. This is a local youth basketball team who will organise a community art competition that will promote positive thinking and perceptions of safety in the community.

Each of these initiatives will play a significant role in enhancing the lives of young people in the Hume community and addressing local issues that impact perceptions of safety and crime prevention.

For more information visit the Hume Empowering Communities webpage, or contact the Hume Empowering Communities Project Officer, Roukaya Hassoun on 0456 565 015 or email humempoweringcommunities@hume.vic.gov.au