OPEN DOOR HUB AT CARLTON HOUSING ESTATE

Our Open Door hub at the Carlton public housing estate supports the refugee/migrant community to lead connected, productive, and fulfilled lives. We provide a welcoming community space, assistance with education and employment, one-on-one support, and advocacy for individual and community wellbeing.

CARLTON COMMUNITY NETWORK (CCN)

CNLC coordinates the Carlton Community Network (CCN). This is an important opportunity for the numerous agencies and services (over 50) in Carlton to network, collaborate and share ideas. CCN holds bi-monthly meetings at sites across Carlton.

To join CCN or find out more, contact: Elle Morrell elle@cnlc.org.au

ALIVE & ACTIVE PROGRAM

Students with physical, intellectual or other disability explore a variety of creative expressions such as art, physical activity, meditation, singing and excursions.

• Time: 1.30pm – 2.30pm
• Days: Thursdays

ENROLMENT

Enroll in person, by email or over the phone for all community development classes and activities. Concession cards accepted, commencement depends on sufficient enrolments. Full fee payment required before starting. Payment plans available for hardship cases. Contact us for more information.

HORN OF AFRICA

WOMEN’S GROUPS

We support groups for women from the Horn of Africa.

ERITREAN WOMEN’S GROUP

A group, auspiced by CNLC, to provide an opportunity for local Eritrean women to gather, discuss the week’s events, support each other, share a meal, hear from local speakers and organise outings. 

• Location: 530 Lygon st, Carlton
• Time: 7pm – 10pm
• Day: Weekly on Friday
• Cost: Free

HARARI CARLTON WOMEN’S GROUP

A group, auspiced by CNLC, to provide an opportunity for Harari women to gather, support each other, share a meal, learn from educational speakers and organise events. 

• Location: Church of All Nations, 180 Palmerston st, Carlton
• Time: 5pm – 8pm
• Day: Monthly on Saturday
• Cost: Free

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES & WORKSHOPS

SPECIAL EVENTS

CNLC hosts events throughout the year to celebrate diversity, join us to share a meal, meet new friends, and learn more about key themes observed in Australia. Upcoming events include Lunar New Year, International Women’s Day, Carlton Harmony Day, Neighborhood House Week, Reconciliation Week, Eid Celebration, and Environment & Sustainability events. Check with CNLC for details.