North East Multicultural Association

The Voice of Multiculturalism
in North East Victoria

  • Alpine Shire
  • Benalla Rural City
  • Indigo Shire
  • Mansfield Shire
  • Rural City of Wangaratta

NEMA is a voluntary, not for profit, community based ethnic council.

We work for people from different multicultural communities in North East Victoria.

Our Mission...

The Voice of Multiculturalism in North East Victoria

  • Alpine Shire
  • Benalla Rural City
  • Indigo Shire
  • Mansfield Shire
  • Rural City of Wangaratta

Our Purpose...

  1. Raising cross cultural awareness by promoting the benefits of diversity through education and celebration throughout the NEMA region
  2. Supporting new and established migrants in their communities in the areas covered by NEMA
  3. Identifying and raising issues of multicultural people when and where required
  4. Advocating on behalf of multicultural people in the rural cities of Benalla and Wangaratta, Alpine, Indigo and Mansfield shires

Our Role is to...

  • Provide support and be a voice for the needs of multicultural groups in areas that may affect their lives
  • Provide access to information on government services and programs
  • Promote awareness of migrants' rights and responsibilities
  • Promote migrants' cultures to the wider Australian community through community events or the arts
  • Facilitate participation across all aspects of society

NEMA Communication

Association meetings are held once a month to consult with members from the different municipalities. This provides a venue for members to update other members of current issues, concerns, interests and to generate ideas and opinions towards organisational planning and decision making.

Get Involved

Join NEMA and become a member. Attend the meetings and get involved on a multicultural issue or concern that you are interested in. Let your voice be heard in North East Victoria!