The Yangebup Family Centre is honoured and excited to be a Finalist in the 2018 Community Services Excellence Awards. The awards recognise the positive difference
organisations are making to the lives of individuals, families or communities through collaborative, innovative and creative programs or services.
Community Services Minister Simone McGurk announced the finalists in the 19th Community Services Excellence Awards. Ms McGurk said, “The range of projects and activities contained within these nominations is inspiring and great news for thousands of Western Australians who rely on the sector
for so much guidance, support and life-affirming opportunities.”
A total of 31 outstanding organisations and individuals in Western Australia’s community services sector have been announced as finalists in the 2018 Community Services Excellence Awards. Finalists in the biennial awards included family, legal, advocacy, Aboriginal, mental health, and youth organisations, which had made a significant contribution in the community services
sector. There are eight categories, including two new categories that recognise individual achievements.
The Yangebup Family Centre is a finalist in Category 1 – Small organisation. The Yangebup Family Centre is a community managed not-for-profit organisation that promotes connection and wellbeing in the local community. The centre is a cultural hub where children, families, individuals and seniors can embrace diversity and belonging. We build
capacity through our flourishing community groups, collaborative partnerships and strong relationships with residents and stakeholders for over 25 years.
YFC Manager, Samantha Williams was very excited to be a Finalist “We are very proud of our achievements and the difference we make in providing a cultural hub and a safe inclusive environment for our culturally diverse community to share and support each other where everyone is
welcome.”
The winners will be announced on May 2 at the 2018 Western Australian Council of Social Service (WACOSS) conference, of which the State Government is a Platinum sponsor.
In 2017-18, the State Government is providing $755,832 to WACOSS for sector support activities. The 2018 Community Services Excellence Awards are presented by WACOSS in partnership with the Department of Communities.
