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Communify merges with belong for ongoing management of the Acacia Ridge Community Centre

Communify is pleased to announce that as of 1 July 2022, we have merged with belong, an established not-for-profit community group providing services and support to the communities of Brisbane’s south.

Communify stood out to belong as an organisation that values place-based responses, community development and the ongoing provision of tailored community supports. This is why belong approached Communify earlier this year to propose a merger in the interest of long-term sustainability, an offer that has now been accepted.

From July 1st onwards, Communify will oversee the management and operations of belong, providing much-needed back office support to the belong neighbourhood centre at Acacia Ridge. The community groups and activities, training programs, and services operated by belong will continue as normal under Communify’s management. This will ensure that the members of our local community who are in greatest need will continue to be supported.

Having delivered a robust, multi-faceted suite of supportive and empowering services for over 30 years, the impact of belong’s work within Brisbane south communities cannot be overstated. Guided by their commitment to upholding social justice, fostering community engagement and embracing diversity as key to enhanced community cohesion, belong’s approach to community service delivery represents a strong alignment of values with Communify.

Communify is looking forward to nurturing the myriad of community partnerships established by belong. We are committed to working with our local communities to provide inclusive, responsive opportunities that encourage participation in community life.

If you have any enquiries about the merger of Communify and belong, you can email [email protected] or call (07) 3510 2700.

🚧 Important Update: Temporary Relocation of 180 Jubile Tce Services 🚧

To ensure we can continue providing the best support to our community, all services at North West Community Hub (180 Jubilee Tce, Bardon) will be temporarily moving due to crucial renovations and construction work!

From Monday, October 19:

  • Reception (including general enquiries & venue hire swipe updates) and Safe Space will be at 172 Jubilee Tce, Bardon
  • Bardon Neighbourhood Centre team, Pantry, Open House, Art Space, NILS enquiries & Emergency Relief will be at The Newmarket, 212 Ashgrove Ave, Ashgrove

 

We’ll keep you updated and let you know when we’re ready to welcome you back to 180 Jubilee Tce! For any questions, please contact your service directly or call us on (07) 3510 2700.

Thank you for your understanding and ongoing support as we work to make our community space even better! 💜