Our official Reporter for NSF, Sanja, shares her personal experience of starting a new life in Australia. Now a part of the AMEP Youth Class, Sanja is passionate about supporting others through writing about her experiences.  G’day everyone! My name is Sanja. Like most of you I am an AMEP program student, but I also […]

This year’s Volunteer Week, themed “Something for Everyone”, shines a light on the remarkable stories of migrants like Shereen, whose volunteer efforts highlight the positive impact of giving back, on both local communities and volunteers themselves. Shereen, originally from Egypt, came to Australia in May 2006 with her partner, and settled in Western Sydney. While […]

Proving a model of success that supports both community and industry, Navitas Skilled Futures (NSF) youth class students have successfully secured paid work, following the completion of the innovative Grow, Move and Make Program.  The Program is offered exclusively by NSF as part of the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) and is designed to equip […]

Originally from Indonesia, Mariati’s relocation to Australia is a great example of the significant impact of educational support in learning English, for migrants on their arrival in Australia. Mariati had been working in human resources in Indonesia for ten years before emigrating to Australia in 2020 with a Permanent Partner visa. She feels lucky to […]

When Zeinab arrived in Australia in 2023, her goals were clear: improve her English, make new friends, and transition her career in psychology and education into the Australian context. Thanks to her enrolment in Navitas Skilled Futures, she has not only achieved these goals but has excelled beyond expectations.  Originally from Iran, Zeinab holds a […]

Meet the two Navitas Skilled Futures trainers from south-west Sydney who have been selected to visit Indonesia and see the transformative impact of the Navitas Education Trust’s funding of a new eco school building. 

International Womens Day is a day of acknowledgement for the inequities that still exist for women globally. Migrant and refugee women face intersectionality in particular, their specific challenges multifaceted. Sanja Nikolic is an exceptional example of a young woman who’s facing these challenges head on. After moving to Australia from Serbia, she enrolled in the […]

Your Digital Footprint: How To Optimise Your Online Presence To Support Job Search  In today’s digital age, being mindful of our online presence is becoming increasingly important, particularly during a job search. As many employers use online platforms to learn about candidates before making hiring decisions, it’s crucial to know how much of your personal […]

When it comes to searching for a job, the first method that comes to mind is often traditional online job boards and websites. While these are great places to start, there’s also the lesser known – but just as valuable – ‘hidden’ job market. In this article, we’ll explore both options – from the best […]

Harmony Week is always one of the most joyful, colourful celebrations at Navitas Skilled Futures colleges, and this year was no exception. Students and staff from diverse countries, cultures, backgrounds, and circumstances came together to celebrate their differences and acknowledge the contribution migrants and refugees make to Australia’s multicultural community. The theme of Harmony Week, […]

Growing up behind the Iron Curtain in communist Czechoslovakia during the 1970s was a disheartening period for Vlasta Gunning and her family; however, this period of her life shaped her future. Vlasta shared the story of her upbringing, her involvement in the Velvet Revolution, and how, at Navitas Skilled Futures, she now supports migrants and […]

Navitas Skilled Futures (NSF) has showcased its innovative program delivery and positive student outcomes at a Harmony Week event at Australian Parliament House. The NSF-hosted event on Thursday 21 March was attended by staff, students, representatives from government, migrant and refugee support organisations, and the Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs, Andrew Giles. Harmony Week, held this year […]