Our Members | Hunter Multicultural Communities
Hunter Multicultural Communities acknowledges the Awabakal and Worimi Traditional Custodians of the unceded lands, on which we live, work, and meet, and recognises their ongoing connection to land, culture, and community. We pay our respects to First Nations Elders past and present
Hunter Multicultural Communities
Who we are · A member-based multicultural peak body

Our Members

Hunter Multicultural Communities is the regional multicultural peak body for the Hunter. We bring multicultural organisations and communities together, represent their priorities to government and decision-makers, strengthen community organisations, and create opportunities for collaboration across the region.

Our membership includes multicultural and ethno-specific organisations, faith-cultural organisations, migrant and refugee community groups, service partners, individuals and life members.

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130,000+people from multicultural communities represented through our network
3membership pathways: Full, Associate and Life Members

What membership can open up

Membership connects your community to advocacy, decision-makers, funding and partnerships, major regional events, and a network of multicultural organisations across the Hunter

A voice in regional advocacy Help shape the priorities HMC raises with government, councils and regional services
Access to decision-makers Participate in consultations, reference groups, roundtables and other opportunities to influence regional planning
Community opportunities Hear about opportunities to participate in initiatives including World Cinema in Waratah, Multicultural Fiesta and other HMC projects
Promote your community Showcase your organisation, events, culture, performers, food and achievements through HMC events and communications
Funding and partnerships Receive relevant information about grants, partnerships, collaborative projects and opportunities available through HMC’s networks
Capacity and support Access training, practical support, workshops and connections that help strengthen community organisations
Proof of impact

Membership in action

Our role as a peak body is to turn community participation into stronger representation, practical opportunities and regional change

Opening doors Connecting multicultural communities with government, councils, services and regional decision-makers
Creating opportunities Supporting member communities to participate in initiatives such as World Cinema in Waratah, Multicultural Fiesta and funded community projects
Turning priorities into action Advocating on issues raised by multicultural communities, including stronger multicultural representation, reference groups and culturally responsive services
See our advocacy and impact
Our member network

Full Members

Full Members are community-controlled, not-for-profit organisations with an active presence, or community constituency in the HMC catchment area. Full Members have voting rights and participate in HMC’s formal governance processes

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Associate Members

Associate Members are individuals, organisations, institutions, services, and partners who support HMC’s objects. They do not have voting rights, but may participate in consultation, networking, and advisory opportunities where eligible

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Life Members

Life Membership recognises individuals who have made a significant contribution to HMC and multicultural community life

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