International Translation Day

International Translation Day is a chance to recognise and acknowledge the work of language professionals. These individuals play a hugely important role in unifying communities, encouraging dialogue and strengthening cross-cultural ties, understanding and empathy. At MRC Tas, both our bicultural workers and the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) are essential when it comes to supporting people from culturally and linguistically ...

Message of support to the Tasmanian Iranian community

Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania’s board and staff extend their solidarity and support to the people of Iran and members of our community with Iranian citizenship, who are of Iranian background, or have family and friends in the region. The current devastating events in Iran have deeply saddened and concerned many of our staff and clients, some of whom are from Iran ...

Expressions of Interest – Voluntary Board Directors

Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania (MRC Tas) is calling for Expressions of Interest for Board Directors to be part of the board of governance. Currently, the Board has vacancies for Directors who have experience in any one or more of the following skill areas: clinical governance, financial management, governance, community development, or business development. This year we have up to four ...
Child's drawing of the Australian Flag

Australian Citizenship Day

Australian Citizenship Day is celebrated each year on 17 September. It’s an opportunity for all Australians to reflect on the importance of Australian citizenship and our responsibility as citizens. This means upholding the unity, inclusivity and respect that make our nation so unique. The diversity of our nation is something to be celebrated, and today we are proud to welcome ...

Women’s Health Week 2022

Women’s Health Week takes place from the 5th to the 11th of September. Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania is proud to support the health of women from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds through a number of responsive services. Ensuring positive health outcomes for women from CALD backgrounds means recognising that health is not only about physical health — mental, emotional, ...

Social Enterprise Kitchen Update – Dine-in now open

The MRC Tas Social Enterprise Kitchen has reopened for dine-in 4 days a week! Wednesday to Saturday from 10am - 3pm. Come and try our new brunch menu, with lots of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. You can view the new menu here. We are also offering takeaway, which you can order via our website. or by dropping into the café. Thanks to everyone who participated ...

Interpreter Training Scholarships 2022

The Tasmanian Government is offering funding to help local interpreters enrol in the Interpreter Skills Online Training for NAATI Certification provided by RMIT. The Tasmanian Interpreter Scholarships Program is designed to increase the supply and quality of accredited interpreters, particularly for languages in demand. The scholarships are valued at $1,250 each and applications will close on 19 August 2022. To ...