Food Relief
Food and grocery packs for individuals and families experiencing hardship, when supplies are available. Volunteers help pack them and get them to the people who need them.
Our community work
Community support, wellbeing and connection
AMCC helps people through hard times, supports safety and wellbeing, shares information that matters, and brings people together. Everyone is welcome.
Practical support
Everyday help for people and families going through a hard time.
Essential Support
When available, basic essentials such as hygiene and toiletry packs, clothing, blankets and sleeping bags for people doing it tough. We also share information about relevant services and help people connect with appropriate community and specialist services. AMCC does not provide accommodation or housing.
School Supplies
Through selected initiatives, school supplies and practical help for children and families experiencing financial hardship, so children can start the term with what they need.
Safety and wellbeing
Community sessions and information that help people feel safer, supported and connected. These are community activities, not clinical or crisis services.
Women’s Safety
Awareness sessions on personal safety, practical safety information and confidence-building for women, with information about appropriate services and help connecting with them where needed.
Women’s Wellbeing
Supportive community sessions where women can talk about everyday pressures, family and life challenges, stress, resilience and confidence, and get to know one another. Sessions may include respected community figures, community leaders and experienced speakers. These are community conversations, not counselling or treatment; we share information about professional support where it is needed.
Men’s Wellbeing
Community sessions for men about emotional wellbeing, stress, work and family pressures, communication, positive relationships, isolation and loneliness, and taking part in community life. These are community conversations, not counselling or treatment; we share information about appropriate support.
Domestic Violence Awareness
Information and awareness for the whole community about domestic and family violence: recognising concerning behaviours and signs, respectful relationships, and knowing that specialist help exists. We provide information and referral to appropriate specialist services. AMCC is not a crisis or counselling service.
In an emergency, call 000. For confidential information and support about domestic and family violence, 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) is available 24 hours a day.
Young people and belonging
Helping young people take part and lead, and bringing people of different backgrounds together.
Youth Programs
Opportunities for young people to lead, volunteer and take part: mentoring and positive role models, sport and recreation, creative activities, teamwork, communication and public speaking, community projects and roles at AMCC events. Young people are encouraged to bring their own ideas.
Social Cohesion
Activities that bring people from different backgrounds together, build relationships and a sense of belonging, encourage participation and reduce social isolation.
Information and engagement
Sharing useful information and making it easy for local people to be involved.
Community Information
Awareness and information sessions on topics such as community safety, changes to road rules and regulations, changes to services, government and community services, and other practical local issues. These are community information sessions, not formal courses or professional advice.
Community Engagement
Listening to what the community needs, involving community members and volunteers, and working with other community organisations and partners so that local people can take part.
Community events
Festivals, celebrations, markets and family gatherings are an important part of AMCC’s work. They bring people together, and everyone is welcome.
Want to take part or find out more?
Activities change through the year and depend on what is available. Contact AMCC to ask what is running now, how to take part, or how to volunteer.