What We Do
Serving the community since 1927, Hotham Mission’s key area of focus are programs supporting and encouraging local people to engage/continue with their education.
About Us
OUR HISTORY
Prior to the formation of the Uniting Church, Hotham Mission existed as the North Melbourne Methodist Mission under the umbrella of the Methodist Church. On June 22, 1977, the Methodist Church of Australasia, the Presbyterian Church of Australia and the Congregational Union of Australia amalgamated under the Basis of Union and became the Uniting Church in Australia.
Social Inclusion
Assisting individuals and families to connect meaningfully with their local communities, whilst celebrating the diversity and contributions of all.
Empowerment
Providing choice, dignity and autonomy to the individuals and communities we support.
Justice through Advocacy
Supporting social justice through advocacy to help alleviate inequality.
Equality
Providing fair, transparent and equal access to education, food security and community development.
Partnership
Hotham Mission works in close partnership with a number of education providers, organisations and community groups to help assist the local community.
Community Development
Fostering the self-empowerment of individuals and the community to help them overcome barriers and live more cohesively.
WHAT WE DO
Hotham Mission’s programs seek to alleviate disadvantage, provide improved access to education and address food insecurity in our local communities. We seek to promote social inclusion, respect, reconciliation, justice, acceptance and empowerment.
Who support us
