Music and dance herald Multicultural Health Week 2007
Drama, music and dance will feature at a number of Hunter New England Health sites this week as staff and the community celebrate Multicultural Health Week 2007.
The Director of Hunter New England Health’s Multicultural Health Unit Catherine Norman said the annual event acknowledges the importance of multicultural health and a growing awareness of the diversity of cultures living within our area.
“We have people coming to live in our Area from all over the world including such culturally diverse places as the
“As a result we pride ourselves on ensuring we have culturally appropriate services available and accessible to these clients as well as ensuring that the health service takes a lead role in fostering understanding and celebrating the rich cultural backgrounds of our migrant population.”
The centrepiece of the Health Service’s celebrations will be a week-long program of events at the Royal Newcastle Centre which will feature performances from acts including:
· Tuesday 1.30pm-2.00pm – Azzurri Italian Choir – Bringing a little ray of sunshine to lunchtime at the Royal.
· Wednesday 12.30pm – 1.00pm – The Art of Calligraphy – to be at one with oneself with every stroke.
· Thursday 12.30-1.00pm - Japanese Tea Ceremony – A way to unwind and cleanse your system; and
Staff from sites within the
According to Ms Norman the enthusiasm of participants and organisers of Multicultural Health Week events this year has been very uplifting.
“A great deal of time and effort has gone into planning and hosting these events. I would like to congratulate everyone involved for their efforts and for ensuring this important week and the subject of Multicultural Health and multiculturalism receives widespread recognition during this time.”
Contact: Clare Siddins
Phone: 0428 114 767