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Mobilising the Future for Social Change

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Community & Education Partnerships

M.A.T.E.S. for Change is proud to partner with a number of Key Organisations across Victoria focused on multicultural engagement, community support and . Including: 

1. Victorian Multicultural Commission

M.A.T.E.S. has proudly hosted the Eastern Metropolitan Regional Advisory Councils for the VMC ever since the end of COVID-19.

2. Australian College of Health & Fitness (Melbourne Institute of Massage & Myotherapy)

A.C.H.F./M.I.M.T. together with M.A.T.E.S. are partners in supporting major community and sporting events such as the Melbourne Marathon as well as the Royal Children's Hospital.

    

3. Breakthrough Education

Students from over 150 schools regularly participate in M.A.T.E.S initiatives, contributing their time and skills to support programs that address critical social issues. This partnership empowers students to make a meaningful impact while developing leadership and teamwork skills.

4. Asbury University (U.S.A.) 

M.A.T.E.S for Change, in partnership with Asbury University, is hosting the annual MATES Incubator targeted toward those who may lack access to Vocational and Higher Educational Opportunities - specifically new migrants, refugees, single parents, and those impacted by domestic violence. Participants will be mentored by world famous entreprenuers, professors as well as support from Asbury MBA students [Early June 2025]

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Who is M.A.T.E.S?

M.A.T.E.S or Multicultural Australians Transforming and Engaging Society is a non-profit organisation and is here to equip and challenge young multicultural Australians to participate in the social purpose sector. We have three core functions:

1. Equip young professionals through participation in the social purpose sector;

2. Challenge young professionals to advocate and act for social justice; 

3. Connect the social purpose sector with professional talent.

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