Roundtable is a podcast created by MECA. The Mount Druitt Ethnic Communities Agency (MECA) is an independent community-based organisation dedicated to informing, linking and empowering people from culturally diverse backgrounds to enhance a culturally rich and diverse Australia.

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Men of MECA sat around the table as part of 16 days of activism to discuss what it means to be a man in our society and how we can contribute positively to the wellbeing of women and children in our lives.

Roundtable with Men of MECA

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In this insightful podcast episode, Daniel Gobena, CEO of MECA, engages in a dynamic conversation with Hon Dr Andrew Leigh MP, Australia’s Assistant Minister for Competition, Charities, and Treasury, and Assistant Minister for Employment. They dive into critical topics impacting the social sector, from tackling poverty to building social capital. Dr Leigh also shares insights from his thought-provoking book, &#34;Reconnected - A Community Builder&#39;s Handbook&#34;, which highlights MECA’s volunteering program as a model for community engagement. Tune in for a compelling discussion on how reconnecting communities can foster real change and inspire action

Roundtable with Hon Dr Andrew Leigh MP

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Join ABC Sydney Radio&#39;s Simon Marnie in a compelling discussion on the power of preserving and sharing the stories of migrants in Western Sydney. Featuring insights from Daniel Gobena (MECA manager), Michael Campbell (WestWords, Director), and Mawunyo Gbogbo (Author of Hip-Hop &amp; Hymns)

Roundtable with Daniel Gobena

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A conversation with Emma Smith who is the 2021 Westfield Local Heroes Award winner. Emma has been volunteering with MECA for over 5 years supporting young people.  Pull up a seat on the Roundtable podcast.

Roundtable with Emma Smith

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Jina is from Aleppo in northern Syria. She migrated to Australia in 2016 with her husband and three children. Jina shares her journey with us and now calls Australia home. This podcast series is a collaboration between MECA (Mount Druitt Ethnic Communities Agency) and WestWords, the Western Sydney literature development organisation. Interviews were conducted by James Knight. Editing and production by James Roy. © Copyright MECA/WestWords 2021

Roundtable with Jina Adjan: Refugee Week 2021

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The excellent couple, Mustafa &amp; Tagreed are from Iraq and they are trying to settle in Australia. This podcast series is a collaboration between MECA (Mount Druitt Ethnic Communities Agency) and WestWords, the Western Sydney literature development organisation. Interviews were conducted by James Knight. Editing and production by James Roy. © Copyright MECA/WestWords 2021

Roundtable with Mustafa & Tagreed: Refugee Week 2021

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Zainab is from Iraq, WSU student of Social science, was a client of MECA and became a volunteer at MECA, Yoga teacher, mother, very bubbly and friendly. This podcast series is a collaboration between MECA (Mount Druitt Ethnic Communities Agency) and WestWords, the Western Sydney literature development organisation. Interviews were conducted by James Knight. Editing and production by James Roy. © Copyright MECA/WestWords 2021

Roundtable with Zainab Al-Jawadi: Refugee Week 2021

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Rosemary Kariuki is the multicultural community liaison officer for the Parramatta Police. She specialises in helping migrants who are facing domestic violence, language barriers and financial distress + Australian of the year 2021! This podcast series is a collaboration between MECA (Mount Druitt Ethnic Communities Agency) and WestWords, the Western Sydney literature development organisation. Interviews were conducted by James Knight. Editing and production by James Roy. © Copyright MECA/WestWords 2021

Roundtable with Rosemary Kariuki: Refugee Week 2021

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Multicultural Health program officer Abulla Agwa had the same start when his family arrived in Sydney. But having made his way all the way up to becoming Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) community health professional, Abulla knows exactly what challenges need to be addressed. This podcast series is a collaboration between MECA (Mount Druitt Ethnic Communities Agency) and WestWords, the Western Sydney literature development organisation. Interviews were conducted by James Knight. Editing and production by James Roy. © Copyright MECA/WestWords 2021

Roundtable with Abulla Agwa: Refugee Week 2021

*Roundtable* is a podcast created by MECA. The Mount Druitt Ethnic Communities Agency (MECA) is an independent community-based organisation dedicated to informing, linking and empowering people from culturally diverse backgrounds to enhance a culturally rich and diverse Australia.