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    5 ways to support your child’s start to school

    30 June 2025

    Starting school is a big step for every child. Here are five ways to support your child’s transition to school.

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    Who needs a Specialist NDIS Support Coordinator (and how they can help)

    25 June 2025

    Understanding the role and value of support coordination for people with complex needs

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    What to expect from Specialist Support Coordination

    18 June 2025

    Step-by-step guidance to help you feel confident and in control

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    Finding the right fit: Choosing a Specialist Support Coordinator

    11 June 2025

    What to look for in a coordinator who understands your needs and puts your safety first

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    Living Learning secures two more years to support young Victorians back into education

    22 May 2025

    This week’s Victorian State budget offered a step closer for Victoria’s young people to access a life of their choosing.

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    Celebrating Education Week 2025

    20 May 2025

    Education Week is a time to recognise the incredible role education plays in shaping young lives.

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    MCM recognised for LGBTIQA Inclusion

    1 May 2025

    MCM is committed to ensuring everyone we work with is safe, empowered, supported and respected.

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    No home, no healthcare: young Victorians experiencing homelessness locked out of mental health support

    15 April 2025

    Inaccessible and fragmented systems are leaving young Victorians experiencing homelessness locked out of crucial mental health supports, with dire consequences, a major new report from Orygen and Melbourne City Mission has found.

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    MCM acknowledges International Transgender Day of Visibility

    31 March 2025

    MCM is committed to ensuring everyone we work with is safe, empowered, supported and respected, throughout our workforce. We support and celebrate diversity of race, culture, faith, ability, sexuality and gender identity.

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    Landmark initiative designed to combat youth homelessness

    19 March 2025

    The Youth Housing First (YHF) Partnership, an Australian-first collaboration between MCM, Junction Support Services, and Quantum Support Services, will provide stable housing and comprehensive support for 67 young people leaving care.

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