Mt Druitt Ethnic Communities Agency

07/09/2026

Last Friday, MECA collaborated with Western Sydney Local Health District, and our valued service partners SSI, MTC, STARTTS, Macquarie College and Sydwest to celebrate Multicultural Health Week and Welcome newly arrived migrant families into our community.

Held at Blacktown Showground, the event was a wonderful opportunity to come together, connect, move, share culture and build friendships. Reminding us that wellbeing is not only about looking after ourselves but also about feeling connected, included and supported.

Our community enjoyed a range of activities focused on improving mental health and wellbeing through physical activity, including:

🌿Mindfulness walking
🧘Yoga activities
⚽️Walking soccer
🪕cultural wellbeing activities

From gentle movement to cultural expression, every activity created an opportunity to connect and feel a little more at home.

07/09/2026

🏀 Reminder – Courts & Conversations at MECA Today!

A friendly reminder to our registered participants that Courts & Conversations is on at MECA today, 4:30–6:00 pm.

A great opportunity for young people aged 12–24 to connect, have real conversations, build confidence and leadership skills, and enjoy being together in a safe and welcoming space.

This collaboration with Kids First Australia and Savannah Pride Basketball Club grew through connections fostered by the Safer Communities Network, supported by the Paul Ramsay Foundation. It's a great example of partnerships creating meaningful opportunities for young people.

06/09/2026

Happy Father’s Day!

Today, we celebrate the dads, granddads, father figures - and of course, all our wonderful MECA dads, who wear many hats every day.

For the advice you give, the responsibilities you carry, the quiet sacrifices no one sees, the bad dad jokes we all pretend not to enjoy 😄, and most importantly, for simply being there - thank you.

Happy Father’s Day to our MECA family and all the incredible dads in our community!

04/09/2026

Emerging creatives from African and African-descended communities across western Sydney are invited to apply for a paid mentorship with international Nigerian-American artist Victor Ehikhamenor.

Part of ‘Undoing the City’, a collaboration with the Chau Chak Wing Museum, the development offers an opportunity to exchange ideas, knowledge and creative practices across cultures and generations.

Development details:
📅 September to October 2026
📍In-person plus online sessions
💰Paid opportunity

Apply now and connect with a global artist while developing your creative practice.

🔗Find out more and apply via the link in bio.

Applications close Monday 7 September, by 11.59 pm.

Artwork image credit: Artwork by Victor Ehikhamenor, Numinous Night from the Numen Series, courtesy of artist

04/09/2026

Need support with your Citizenship Test?

Join MECA Citizenship Classes NOW!!

Every Monday, 10am to 2pm and every Tuesday, 12pm to 2pm.

For more information, please contact us on 0296259300 or walk into the MECA office.

03/09/2026

A call for emerging creatives from African and African-descended communities!! A paid mentorship opportunity with international Nigerian-American artist Victor Ehikhamenor!!

Click the link to find out more and apply: https://shorturl.at/cNACZ

Applications close Monday 7 September, by 11.59 pm.

Part of 'Undoing the City', a collaboration with the Chau Chak Wing Museum, the development offers an opportunity to exchange ideas, knowledge, and creative practices across cultures and generations.

Development details:
📅 September to October 2026
📍 In-person plus online sessions
💰 Paid opportunity

Artwork image credit: Artwork by Victor Ehikhamenor, Numinous Night from the Numen Series, courtesy of the artist

Blacktown Arts invites emerging creatives from African and African-descended communities across western Sydney to apply for a paid mentorship with international Nigerian-American artist Victor Ehikhamenor.

01/09/2026

✨Celebrating the people who make our community stronger!

MECA was proud to be part of the Blacktown City Multicultural Awards 2026, where MECA team were recognised in all three categories, Aaliyah Filipe (Individual Achievement Award), Narges Hasanzadah (Emerging Young Leader Award) and Elvis Danso, lead of our 2025 STEM Event (Community Project Award).

It was wonderful to celebrate the many young people, community leaders and organisations helping make Blacktown more connected, inclusive and welcoming.

Congratulations to all the winners and nominees and thank you to Blacktown City Council and its Multicultural Advisory Committee for celebrating our diverse community.

We’re grateful to be part of such an inspiring community.
BlacktownCityMulticulturalAwards

28/07/2026

Tomorrow: Side by Side, A Community Vigil

Tomorrow evening, we come together as a community to remember those we’ve lost to domestic and family violence - and to stand side by side in solidarity with victims, survivors and their families.

Date: Thursday 30 July 2026
Time: 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Location: Memorial Grove, Blacktown Showground

Bring someone with you. Bring your heart. Everyone is welcome.

Together, we break the silence - so no one walks this road alone.
Phone: (02) 9677 1962
Visit: washhouse.org.au/owdvn

24/07/2026

Who is next? Nominations close this Sunday, 26 July 2026!
https://www.blacktown.nsw.gov.au/Community/Our-people/Multicultural-communities/Multicultural-awards
Nominate an outstanding individual, community project or emerging young leader for the 2026 Blacktown City Multicultural Awards.
Let’s recognise and celebrate the remarkable contributions of our multicultural residents, community leaders and local organisations across Blacktown City.
Meca Mount Druitt stands strong with Blacktown City Council

Find out about our Multicultural awards that recognise and celebrate the extraordinary contributions made and leadership shown by individuals and organisations from diverse backgrounds within Blacktown City.