The Italo-Australian Welfare & Cultural Centre Inc (IAWCC) has supported the Italian-Australian community in WA since 1956 through many diverse aged care, welfare, education, childcare, volunteering and emergency relief programs, including a variety of cultural initiatives.
About us
Who We Are
Empowering communities through diverse care and educational initatives
The Italo-Australian Welfare & Culture Centre Inc (IAWCC) continues to maintain the care for the community after many years and remains a proud, vibrant and peak organisation which has not only evolved and adapted with time, but which has also maintained its strong core values and principles through the delivery of high quality aged care, welfare, education, child care, and cultural services across all age ranges.
The dual focus on providing care services and educational programs aligns well with the goal of improving the quality of life for those less fortunate in society.
Additionally, by promoting Italian language and culture, the IAWCC not only preserves heritage but also fosters inclusivity and diversity within the Western Australian community.
Continuing to evolve and adapt while upholding strong values ensures that the IAWCC remains a relevant and impactful organisation in supporting and enhancing the lives of the many individuals and families it serves.
Supporting our community
Our Achievements
1965
Establishment of the WA's Miss Italy Quest - a major fundraising event for the benefit of the Italian Community in Western Australia. The WA's Miss Italy Quest transitioned to the WA's Miss Italia Nel Mondo (WA's Miss Italy in the World) in the 1990's and the Miss Italia Nel Mondo - Australia (Miss Italy in the World - Australia) which the IAWCC coordinated from 2004 for a number of years.
1972
Establishment of the first-ever Italian Nursing Home/Hostel (Villa Terenzio) in Australia, located in Marangaroo, Western Australia.
1972 - Current
Establishment and administration of a fully accredited bilingual (Italian-English) child care centre within close proximity of the Perth CBD (21 Barnet Street, North Perth, Western Australia).
1978 - Current
Establishment and administration of a comprehensive Italian insertion mainstream and regional online teaching program administered in primary schools throughout Western Australia.
1970s - 1990s
Significant financial assistance to aged care facilities and Italian Clubs in regional areas of Western Australia, including Albany, Bunbury, Collie, Geraldton and the Eastern Goldfields.
1990
Development and coordination of two weekly Perth Italian Radio Programs on 6EbA 93.5fm.
1992
Establishment and coordination of the annual Perth Italian Festival, an array of festivities, events and competitions in May to June, including the traditional annual Gala Italian National Ball, to celebrate the anniversary of the Italian Republic on 2nd June. The Gala Italian National Ball is a most prestigious event held annually since 1956.
1992 - Current
Establishment and administration of the Community Visitors Scheme (CVS), a community initiative program funded by the Commonwealth Government. The CVS program was renamed the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) from 1st July 2023.
1996
Establishment of the main central headquarters of the IAWCC in Perth officially opened by the Prime Minister of Australia, Hon. John Howard.
2000 - Current
Establishment and enhancement of a teaching resources and professional learning centre for teachers of Italian.
2005 - Current
Establishment and administration of the ICare Aged Community Services.