Ready to travel the globe, share your culture or appreciate another without leaving the Sunshine Coast?
This August, Sunshine Coast Libraries invites you to celebrate Multicultural Queensland Month through a Multicultural Meet-up, Multicultural Employment Workshops or by exploring literature in another language.
Strong Community Portfolio Councillor Taylor Bunnag said this year's theme was "One Queensland, many stories", inviting everyone to reflect on and celebrate the stories that connect us - stories of migration, culture, resilience, community and belonging.
"Our region is a diverse community, with people from many cultures choosing to call it home," Cr Bunnag said.
"Council is proud to offer a range of supports and services to help people of all backgrounds settle into life on the Sunshine Coast.
"Multicultural Queensland Month is a wonderful opportunity to get involved with local events that make everyone feel valued and welcomed.
"Taking the time to listen to stories from migrants living on the Sunshine Coast helps build a stronger, more inclusive Sunshine Coast Biosphere community and creates opportunities for new connections and friendships."
Multicultural meet-up
Come along in traditional dress for a fun and engaging free Multicultural Meet-up for ages 16 plus.
This activity will take place alongside Library Literacy Classes and Conversation Circles and will give participants a valuable opportunity to join and practice conversations in English in a social setting.
Light catering will be provided. For catering purposes, participants must register.
- Kawana Library, Wednesday, August 6, 10.30-11.30am (register)
- Maleny Library, Wednesday, August 13, 2-3pm (register)
- Maroochydore Library, Wednesday, August 27, 10.30-11.30am (register)
Multicultural employment workshop
Build essential skills, gain confidence, and increase chances of finding the right job at this free workshop.
Join Stella from the Sunshine Coast Migrant Hub to find out more about the Diverse Queensland Workforce initiative.
Learn how you can receive personalised career advice and one-on-one guidance on job search techniques, resume writing and interview preparation.
Find out how to improve English speaking skills for workplace readiness. Discover valuable networking opportunities, connect with local employers and expand professional networks.
Registration essential, suitable for ages 16 plus.
- Nambour Library, Monday, August 18, 10-11.30am (register)
- Maroochydore Library, Tuesday, August 19, 10-11.30am (register)
- Maleny Library, Thursday, August 21, 10-11.30am (register)
- Kawana Library, Friday, August 22, 10-11.30am (register)
- Coolum Library, Tuesday, August 26, 10-11.30am (register)
- Beerwah Library, Thursday, August 28, 10-11.30am (register)
Read and Write for Life
Libraries offer free and confidential help to adults who want to improve their general literacy skills. This includes reading, writing, speaking, listening, maths and basic computer skills. Sessions are held across all library locations and can be one-on-one or in small groups.
The Read and Write for Life program has been running for 33 years and has assisted thousands of people to apply for work, read to their children and improve their confidence.
To find out how you or someone you know could benefit, learn more on the Sunshine Coast Libraries website.
Books in different languages
Borrow books in more than 50 different languages including books for children. Explore the Library's eBook collection which is available in 25 different languages through the cloudLibrary app.
Our friendly library team will be able to assist you at your nearest library. Remember, Sunshine Coast Libraries are free to join and use!
Multicultural Welcome Hub
Visit Council's website to find information to help new migrants settle into life on the Sunshine Coast, find support, meet people and explore the community.
More multicultural events across the region
There's plenty more happening outside of libraries during Multicultural Queensland Month:
- 9 August - FESTURI Multicultural Festival
- 9 August - Stand with First Nations this International Allyship Day and learn how to begin your journey towards becoming anti-racist allies with this panel event, featuring the Shine a Light on Racism Campaign.
- 17 August - Japan Festival Sunshine Coast, hosted by Japan Mates Sunshine Coast.
