Organisation:

Young Womens Christian Assn. Melbourne

Project Name:

Harmony Ambassadors

Suburb:

MELBOURNE

State:

Victoria

Amount:

$44,953

Project Summary:

To address stereotypes and intolerance directed at young women, particularly Muslim women, this project will recruit culturally and linguistically diverse young women (15-18 years old) as 'harmony ambassadors' to participate in leadership, mentoring and communication skills development. The 'harmony ambassadors', empowered as young community leaders, will develop and deliver interactive workshops at schools and community groups. The workshops will aim at increasing community understanding and tolerance of diversity.

About the Organisation:

YWCA delivers community services and advocacy for young women. These programs include job placement, housing, education, training and mentoring programs.