Introduction
The Islamic Information and Services Network of Australasia (IISNA) is a not for profit organisation, dedicated to sharing authentic Islamic information and providing services which aims to benefit Muslims and Non Muslims in the Australasia region.The Islamic Information and Services Network of Australasia (IISNA) is proposing the foundation and development of a multicultural youth centre (MyCentre) in Broadmeadows, City of Hume. The Centre is being proposed at a time when there is growth in the number of culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) people in Melbourne; with the commensurate need for complementary youth activities. MyCentre is open to, and welcomes, all members of the Multicultural / Faith communities. Given the scope and breadth of activities and services planned, this project is long overdue.
The MyCentre initiative is a project aimed at developing purchased land, and building a multipurpose centre for Muslims and non-Muslims alike, with an emphasis on youth. With your help, MyCentre will provide social, educational and recreational services for all involved.
Mission Statement
To provide social, educational and recreational services to the community, with an emphasis on youth activities and community welfare.The proposed MyCentre will assist to develop and harness the positive attributes of young people during their developmental years as well as being able to identify issues and behaviours that may require intervention and/or counselling. IISNA will also have their head office located within the centre to efficiently and effectively coordinate activities and programmes. Vision Statement
To establish a multi-purpose youth oriented community centre that will cater for the ongoing needs of the culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities of the Northern suburbs. By providing a range of activities in a positive and supportive environment, we hope to develop physical, social and emotional growth in our youth. We seek to engage our youth in a relaxed, non-confrontational environment thus minimising the opportunity and need for harmful risk- taking behaviour.
Further Information
- Financial and in-kind support will come from various sources for the development of the MyCentre and IISNA offices in Broadmeadows to service the greater northern Metropolitan region. These sources are envisioned to come from the community, although funds are also being sought from financial institutions and government grant programs.
- MyCentre, with its range of co-located activities and services, will serve to support the growing youth sector in the region that is often neglected and/or overlooked in mainstream society.
- The project is steered by an organising committee of professionals who are committed to contributing to and improving the local community and providing life-changing support and guidance for young people who are our future. We look forward to your support in our quest to see this proposal come to fruition which will serve our community for decades to come.
