Melbourne City Mission - MCM

Ryn had nowhere safe to sleep.
His story is one of thousands.

Tonight, more than 34,000 people in Victoria are experiencing homelessness.
Young people who should be focused on school, work and their future are instead searching for somewhere safe to sleep.

This winter, the need is growing.
Donate today: https://www.mcm.org.au/donate-now/winter

National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is observed from 27 May to 3 June and it is a time for all Australians to learn about how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

NRW is a time to learn about Australia’s shared histories, cultures and achievements to reflect on its impact, and engage in meaningful conversations and actions that support reconciliation. It provides an opportunity to deepen understanding, strengthen connections, and consider the role we each play in creating a more inclusive future.

The 2026 theme, 'All In', calls on all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every day. It reminds us that reconciliation is not a passive process and it requires active participation and a willingness to step forward together.

All In asks each of us to take action, big or small, and recognises that the work of advancing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ rights should not fall solely on First Nations communities.

This year’s artwork is called Gaagal by Gumbaynggirr Bundjalung artist Otis Hope Carey. The phrase ‘Gaagal’ translates to ‘Ocean’, and it is the totemic spiritual emblem of the Gumbaynggirr people. Otis uses the ocean as a metaphor for 'the action of people moving together for change, their voices and actions rippling outwards, inviting others on the reconciliation journey'.

Find events and activities happening during NRW by visiting the Reconciliation Australia events calendar: https://www.reconciliation.org.au/calendar/

National Sorry Day (26 May) is an important moment each year to acknowledge the Stolen Generations and the ongoing impacts to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

As an organisation principled in social justice values working with diverse communities, it is essential that we acknowledge and address the historical injustices that may have impacted the lives of the people we support. National Sorry Day is an opportunity to reflect on the ongoing impact of colonisation and the Stolen Generations and to consider how we can work towards a more just and equitable future for First Nations Australians.

There are many ways to show your support:
- Listen and learn from the stories of First Nations peoples, including the experiences of the Stolen Generations
- Get involved in events that promote healing and reconciliation
- Support First Nations-led initiatives and businesses

Take action:
Wear a Sorry Day Flower: https://www.kimberleystolengeneration.com.au/shop/sorry-day-flowers/
Pay the Rent: https://paytherent.net.au/
Learn about Treaty: https://www.firstpeoplesvic.org/

This National Volunteer Week, we want to acknowledge and thank the almost 400 volunteers who give their time, compassion and energy across the MCM Group.

From supporting our annual Sleep At The ’G event, to volunteering across programs including the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS), Community Friend Program (CFP), TAC L2P, Palliative Care, and the Strengthening Parents Support Program (SPSP), our volunteers make an incredible difference every single day.

Whether offering companionship to older people, supporting families, mentoring young learner drivers or providing comfort at the end of life, our volunteers share their time and empathy to some of life’s most vulnerable moments.

We are deeply grateful for their generosity and commitment, which makes so much of our work possible.

MCM has a long and proud history of volunteering, and we simply couldn’t do what we do without the dedication of our volunteer community.

To every volunteer across MCM thank you for the care and kindness you bring to our communities. Happy National Volunteer Week.

Click the link to find out more about volunteering with MCM. https://www.mcm.org.au/get-involved/volunteer

Today is IDAHOBIT, the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia. IDAHOBIT is a global moment to recognise the discrimination, violence and barriers still faced by LGBTQIA+ communities around the world. It’s also a day to celebrate pride, visibility and the right for every person to live safely and authentically.

At MCM, we stand with LGBTQIA+ young people, staff, families and communities, today and every day. Let’s continue to show up, speak out and support one another and work towards a future where everyone feels safe and included. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️♀️♂️⚧️

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Last night 866 people joined us at the MCG with a shared commitment to ending youth homelessness.

Thank you to every single person who rugged up and slept over for the 13th Sleep At The ’G. Your support and generosity helped create an unforgettable night focused on raising awareness and funds for young people experiencing homelessness.

One of the most powerful moments of the evening was our Fireside Chat. It was standing room only as our panel of young people shared their experiences of homelessness. Their stories grounded us in the purpose of the night and reminded us why events like Sleep At The ’G matter so deeply. Bringing the community together in this way creates connection, understanding and real momentum for change.

From the Fireside Chat to dancing away to ABBA tribute band BABBA, last night was a celebration of the power of community and what we can achieve together.

A huge thank you to our supporters, partners, volunteers, and everyone involved in bringing this event together.

Special thanks to the MCC for once again making the mighty MCG available to create a truly unique experience.

So far, we’ve raised more than $660,000. Donations remain open for the next month, so let’s keep the momentum going and continue supporting young people experiencing homelessness.

Donate here: https://www.sleepattheg.com.au/event/the-event/donate

A massive THANK YOU from all of us at MCM! 🧡

Sleep At The ’G 2026 was an unforgettable night and it was made possible by the incredible generosity of our partners, supporters, volunteers, fundraisers, and the 860+ people who came together for young people experiencing homelessness.

Your energy, compassion and commitment helped create a powerful event that raised vital awareness and funds for the fight to end youth homelessness.

Every conversation, donations and step you took at the MCG brings us closer to a future where every young person has a safe place to call home. Together, we have the power to end youth homelessness.