DERRICK Ernst Neighbourhood Centre in Morley has received a grant to fund programs including English classes for migrants.
The State Government granted the Bayswater Child Care Association, which runs the centre, with $153,975 through the Empowering Communities program.
The grant funding will also cover other programs including a partnership with local women’s refuge Orana House, parenting courses, sign language classes for children, first aid for parents and cultural food sharing.
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READ NOWMaylands MLA Lisa Baker said the centre’s programs helped build connected and vibrant communities.
“Different communities have different priorities, circumstances and pressures,” she said.
“Grassroots organisations are best-placed to understand these needs and how to support their communities.”
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