CALD Outreach Initiative funds 25 councils
Minister for Children, the Hon. Lizzie Blandthorn, has announced grants for 25 councils to help children from multicultural families across Victoria access and attend kindergarten.
The Victorian Government's CALD Outreach Initiative funds councils to employ outreach workers to address barriers to kindergarten access and participation for children and families from CALD backgrounds. These workers also support families' transition to school and ongoing engagement and participation in education. First initiated in 2021, the program has seen councils successfully support over 6000 children across the state.
This initiative is a significant investment in supporting CALD families in accessing early childhood education and other essential services. As partners in the initiative, MAV supports CALD Outreach workers through a community of practice, resources, and advice, creating welcoming spaces and opportunities for CALD families to connect, engage, and thrive.
While the CALD Outreach Initiative is making incredible progress with participating councils, all Victorian councils can access resources, guidance, and expertise through the MAV to ensure every CALD family is engaged with Early Childhood Education and Care.
To read more about MAV's support for councils, click here: https://bit.ly/3ZfrHJX
To read the Minister's announcement, click here: https://bit.ly/4hVOBNX