HUMANITY PROJECT

The Cafe Has a Name!!!

2010-03-13T06:57:00.000+11:00

After much deliberation and debate a name has finally been found! Both through the online poll and through consultation with the key stakeholders "PepperTree Cafe" won. Thak you to everyone who shared their knowledge and views on what name could encompass and represented this amazing project! The fiery passion that came through much of the debating sessions demonstrated just how deeply the local members care about this project. (WOW!)

"PepperTree" was selected because of its relevence to the local area. One of the oldest propoerties in Bankstown is "The Homestead". Throughout this beautiful property the original pepper trees still grow. It was important to us that the name could be inclusive to everybody while also capturing the growth this project will create. The great thing about nature is that is doesn't disciminate and we all exist within it.

Letter received from a young person:

2010-01-07T09:26:00.004+11:00

This letter was sent in from a young person from Mt Hunter. We were so inspired by this young person's vision for a united community we had to share it. While we may not have worded things in the same way the sentiment is definitely shared....

"It has come to my attention that you have been funded by the Federal Government $786,000 to establish, support to create jobs and increase skills of our youth with art projects. I would like you to read my artistic lyrics for a rap song that is aimed at supporting tolerance between the different racial, cultural and faiths of this nation's youth due to especially the cronulla race riots, the attacks against Indian students and the anti-Asian and other minority groups by the one nation party. It goes like this:

THIS IS AUSTRALIA, [GROUP SINGS]
WE COME FROM MANY NATIONS, [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
ALL OVER THE WORLD, [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
SO MANY DIFFERENT COUNTRIES, [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
IN THE WILL TO SURVIVE. [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]

THIS IS AUSTRALIA, [GROUP SINGS]
WE LIVE IN PEACE, [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
WE LIVE IN HARMONY, [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
WE LIVE IN PROSPERITY. [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
WE ARE ALL BROTHERS, [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
NO MATTER YOUR RACE, [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
NO MATTER YOUR CREED, [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
COS WE'RE MULTICULTURAL, [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
THIS IS OUR STATE. [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]

THIS IS AUSTRALIA, [GROUP SINGS]
WE LIVE TOGETHER IN THIS DEMOCRACY, [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
WE HAVE THE RIGHT TO A VOICE, [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
AND NO ONE TELLS YOU/WHAT TO SAY, [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
WE ALL HAVE AN OPINION, [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]
AND CAN EXPRESS IT OUR WAY. [INDIVIDUAL NOTE]

THIS IS AUSTRALIA, [GROUP SINGS]
MY MATES ARE MUSLIM, [TRADITIONAL JEW SINGS]
MY FRIENDS ARE JEW. [TRADITIONAL MUSLIM SINGS]

THIS IS AUSTRALIA, [GROUP SINGS]
MY MATES ARE CHRISTAN, [TRADITIONAL INDIAN SINGS]
MY FRIENDS ARE HINDU. [TRADITIONAL CAUCASIAN SINGS]

THIS IS AUSTRALIA, [GROUP SINGS]
MY MATES ARE BUDDHIST, [TRADITIONAL PUNJABI SINGS]
MY FRIENDS ARE SIKHS. [TRADITIONAL ASIAN SINGS]

THIS IS AUSTRALIA, [GROUP SINGS]
MY MATES ARE SHINTO, [TRADITIONAL INDIAN SINGS]
MY FRIENDS ARE JAIN. [TRADITIONAL ASIAN SINGS]

WE LIVE IN PEACE, PROSPERITY & DEMOCRACY, [GROUP SINGS]
THAT'S OUR RESPECT, [GROUP SINGS]
TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT, [TRADITIONAL ATSI SINGS]
THAT'S ALL WE SAY! [GROUP SINGS]

I would love if you gave me a reply as to the creation of this rapper song, valuaing our young people, caring for our local and global communities and sustaining the multiculture of our environment.

Kind Regards...."

First Advisory Committee "The Brains Trust" Held

2009-12-10T18:50:00.008+11:00

A huge thank you goes out to both those who attended as well as those who have expressed interest in being involved. We've very excited to be working together with such amazing people and businesses including Mr Tony Stewart M.P.; Mark Sykes, Manager of the Arab Bank in Bankstown; The Bankstown District Sports Club; The Westpac Foundation; Bankstown City Council; Metro MRC; and Members from the BMYS board - Jean Claude Camelin, George Zeitoune & Geoffrey Allen.

The Brains Trust discussed the importance for the cafe to be stylish and "trendy". Achieving the right atmosphere that matches with the name along with having good quality food is important to making the cafe a destination. A big challenge will be to find the right person to be the Head Chef/Cafe Manager....(if you know anyone see if they might be interested...)

Further to the right atmosphere, the furniture, plates etc all need to be quality and consistent with the name / theme. This brings us to the name competition...As the name of the cafe will influence the theme and atmosphere of the cafe it plays a pivotal role. (Please help us to find the best name by either submitting suggestions or voting!!!!)

The next meeting of the "Brains Trust" will be early January 2010. If you're interested in getting involved email the manager at manager@bmys.ngo.org.au

2009-11-23T15:47:00.003+11:00

"From little things big things grow..." Kev Carmody

2009-11-23T15:42:00.003+11:00

Make Your Mark NOW!!!

The cafe needs a name.
Post a name suggestion or vote on the names you like best. The providers of the top 10 names will receive an exclusive dining pass to the new cafe once it opens. The name selected to be the name of the cafe will receive a $300 gift voucher.

Enter as many names as you can think of. The name should:
1. Embrace what the project is about (i.e. building the capacity of the individuals and the community, creating opportunities for young people, strengthening community & connecting people)
2. Be catchy and easy to remember
3. Leave a lasting impression on people

No internet access - No drama!
If you know someone who doesn't have access to the internet but have name suggestions they can submit them along with their contact details by calling BMYS on 02 9790 3406.

HURRY...we need the name soon!!!

(Don't forget to also email your details through to make sure your suggestions are eligible to be awarded a prize. See post below for details.)