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Capacity Builders

CAPACITY BUILDING Auburn is also the destination for many migrants and refugees when they first arrive in Australia.

Auburn is one of the most culturally diverse Local Government Areas in Sydney, with more than 67 languages spoken by residents from 119 countries. Auburn is also the destination for many migrants and refugees when they first arrive in Australia.

Auburn has a vibrant community sector and a high rate of volunteering. There are over 170 community organisations based here, 75% of which are run wholly by volunteers without any regular source of funding. Many are ethno-specific organisations run by small and emerging migrant and refugee communities.

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics and the SEIFA Index of Disadvantage 2006, Auburn City is the second most disadvantaged area in the Sydney area.

Working together to meet the needs of our community

It is not possible for Council alone to meet all community needs , so we develop collaborative working partnerships, share resources and strengthen community assets and networks. 

Through the empowerment that results from successful community capacity building initiatives, individuals and organisations create local solutions, host events and run projects.  

Training and information sessions

To build the capacity of local community organisations and groups Auburn City Council provides a range of training programs, information sessions and workshops. These work to make organisations and groups stronger, independent and well-managed.
 
Examples include training on the role of Management Committee Members, Financial Management, Conflict Resolution, Grant Writing and Advocacy. Council also assists community organisations and groups to obtain low cost public liability insurance.
 
The 2012 Auburn Training and Capacity Building Calendar will be available soon. It will include training, workshops and information sessions for local community groups. For more information about other capacity building initiatives, please contact Auburn City Council’s Community Projects Officer on (02) 9735 1296.