FMAES hosts community events, parent information sessions, youth activities, wellbeing forums and outreach programs that support multicultural families across Ipswich, Logan and surrounding communities.
Our events create safe, welcoming spaces for families, young people, volunteers, schools and community partners to connect, learn and access support.
Featured upcoming event
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Belonging Builds Wellbeing
Multicultural Youth & Family Forum
Join us for a welcoming community forum focused on youth wellbeing, mental health and belonging within multicultural communities.
Young people, parents, carers and community members are invited to connect, learn and explore available supports and pathways together.
Proudly sponsored by Queensland Mental Health Commission
What you’ll gain:
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Understand youth wellbeing and mental health.
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Learn how to support young people with confidence.
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Explore support and pathways, and connect with community.
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Share your experiences and have your voice heard
📅 Saturday 13 June 2026
⏰ 10:00am – 3:00pm
📍 Springfield Central Community Centre, Springfield Central
🎟️ No cost | Refreshments provided
Building Digital Skills Workshops
FMAES is delivering free digital skills workshops to support older Australians to build confidence using technology, access online services and stay connected digitally through the Good Things Australia Be Connected program.
Participants will learn practical digital skills including:
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Using smartphones, tablets and computers
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Sending emails and video calling
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Internet browsing and online safety
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Accessing online services and forms
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Using apps and digital communication tools
📅 Wednesday 20th May 2026
⏰ 5:00pm – 8:00pm
📍 Springwood
🎟️ No cost to attend
Cook, Save & Share
Multicultural Family Food Program
FMAES is launching a practical multicultural family food program focused on healthy cooking, budgeting and community connection. Families will learn simple low-cost recipes, reduce food waste and share food and culture in a welcoming community environment.
What participants will learn:
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Healthy low-cost cooking
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Budget-friendly meal planning
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Reducing food waste
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Hands-on cooking skills
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Connecting with other families and communities
📅 Starts August 2026
📍 White Rock Community Centre
🎟️ No cost to attend
Free Parent Information Sessions on Education
Free sessions helping multicultural families better understand the Australian school system, subject selection, study pathways and ways to support their child’s learning with confidence.
📅 Friday 12 June 2026
⏰ 6:00pm – 7:00pm
📍 Online & In Person
Career and Coaching
https://education.qld.gov.au/students/student-engagement/link-and-launch
WesTEC Trade Training Centre
QAMT
https://qamt.qld.edu.au/competitions/