{"id":461,"date":"2022-12-13T02:41:06","date_gmt":"2022-12-13T02:41:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goodwillassociation.com\/?page_id=461"},"modified":"2025-09-14T23:09:35","modified_gmt":"2025-09-14T23:09:35","slug":"news","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/goodwillassociation.com\/index.php\/news\/","title":{"rendered":"Current Events"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Earthquake Relief Efforts in Burma<\/strong>1<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Goodwill Association of WA Inc. and the Burmese community in Perth, WA, have come together to support those affected by the recent magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Central Burma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In response to the disaster, five houses have been constructed for individuals who lost their homes in the Inlay region. Additionally, rice and oil were provided to the families of 135 people who lost their lives in Bone Ohe village, Amarapura Township in Mandalay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A <\/a>donation of AUD 5000.00 was made to the Mandalay St. Vincent de Paul Society to further assist with relief efforts. On Saturday, 26th of July, the Mandalay St. Vincent de Paul Society team visited the destroyed Bone Ohe Mosque and distributed rice and oil to residents affected by the earthquake in the village. The relief activity included a compassionate gesture when a Catholic group led by a priest distributed food items to members of another faith at the mosque, embodying a spirit of humanity and solidarity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We thank all West Australians who supported this cause. Further relief work will continue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Continued support for Earthquake-Affected Families in Central Burma<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

On August 1st, the St. Vincent de Paul Society of the Mandalay Archdiocese organized a visit to CHAN THAR KONE village, located in SAGAING Township, Mandalay Region. During this visit, they provided essential supplies\u2014specifically rice and oil\u2014to 191 families who had suffered from the recent earthquake in Central Burma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This distribution of rice and oil was a further donation by the Goodwill Association of <\/a>Western Australia and the Burmese community in Perth. These contributions ensure that families affected by the disaster receive the assistance they urgently needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On August 8th, the St. Vincent de Paul Society of the Mandalay Archdiocese organized a visit to NAY PU KONE village, located in WUNDWIN Township, Mandalay Region. Aung Thuka Monastery is now home to families affected by the recent earthquake. Temporary tents have been erected to house these families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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During this visit, the St. Vincent de Paul Society provided essential supplies\u2014specifically rice and oil\u2014to 170 families who had suffered from the recent earthquake in Central Burma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This distribution of rice and oil was a further donation by the Goodwill Association of Western Australia and the Burmese community in Perth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cotton blankets were also distributed to families in a village situated in the Sagaing Region.These contributions ensure that families affected by the disaster receive the assistance they urgently needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Donations to the organisations we help in Burma has been sent this week and the recipients will get them soon.     <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSLEEP OUT FOR THE HOMELESS\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Goodwill Association of Western Australia Inc. hosted its 9th annual \u201cSleep out for the Homeless\u201d event. Ninteen people from different Perth suburbs turned up to the talks and discussion on homelessness and thirteen gave up their warm beds in winter to raise awareness and funds for local organisations and individuals who assist the homeless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Damian Walsh, Director of The Shopfront, spoke on the invaluable insights into the realities faced by the homeless with personal stories of people who have approached The Shopfront. To quote a person who sought help, \u201cThe Shopfront, truly is my Safe Haven. It\u2019s a place where I can find real support or assistance with whatever I may need. There are people there who genuinely care about me\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tony James, who assists individuals experiencing homelessness in Perth, shared his experiences and encouraged others to engage in similar acts of service. He noted that contributions need not be extensive; even straightforward actions, such as preparing sandwiches and distributing them to those in need while commuting to work or traveling into the city, can make a meaningful impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warm clothing, sleeping bags, tents, blankets, beanies, and socks were provided to The Shopfront, St. Patrick\u2019s in Fremantle, the Missionaries of Charity in Queens Park, and Tony James for distribution to individuals experiencing homelessness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We extend our sincere appreciation to Gillian Michie, Audrey Valberg, Awn Uttama, and Trisha Philipsz for their generous contributions in support of this initiative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to all who supported this cause by attending the event and securing sponsorships. The success of the evening was made possible through your valuable assistance. We also wish to thank Fr. Vinh Dong for granting permission to utilise the Church Hall for this occasion\"\"<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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