7 top tips for writing a cover letter As important as it is to write a targeted resume for a job application, it’s just as important to send a tailored cover letter alongside your resume. A well-written cover letter can help you stand out from other candidates and increase your chances of landing an interview. […]

At the age of 30, Remi, originally from Japan, relocated to Canberra, embarking on a new chapter of her life — a journey that would be significantly shaped by her experience with the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) at Navitas Skilled Futures.   A decade prior, Remi had briefly visited Australia as an exchange student where […]

Esmeralda, an ambitious lawyer from Ecuador, embarked on a life-changing journey to Sydney following her marriage to an Australian resident. Her transition was not only a big move geographically, but also a brave leap into a new culture.  “In Ecuador, I studied for six years to obtain my law degree. I developed excellent communication and […]

In 2018, Kamar arrived from Syria with her family. Faced with the challenge of no English, Kamar enrolled at Navitas Skilled Futures determined to build a brighter future for her family.

Last week, Navitas Skilled Futures (NSF) launched ‘The AMEP & Me’ art exhibition at the Fairfield Central Shopping Centre. The exhibition was created by NSF students to mark 75 years of the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) an initiative that supports the English language settlement needs of migrants and refugees. It also celebrated 25 years […]

Three Navitas Skilled Futures (NSF) youth students have gained work experience, retail skills and increased confidence from a unique program at a Sydney social enterprise empowering refugee and migrant women. Sarah Al-Nadawi, Marleen Jameel and Mariam Kamara graduated from the 12-week Retail Training Program at ethical fashion store, The Social Outfit, Newtown, which included paid […]

A Ukrainian teenage girl forced by Russian bombing to flee her home on foot in freezing conditions, a former Taekwondo national champion and activist rushed out of Afghanistan due to threats from the Taliban, and an award-winning Year 12 student whose life was “shaped by the shadows of war” in Syria were three young speakers […]

Navitas Skilled Futures has hosted a group of Japanese public servants at its Fairfield College to help guide multicultural policies in local and regional areas of Japan. General Manager Jetinder Macfarlane gave a 90-minute translated presentation to the 17 local government delegates who were visiting education providers, government services, NFPs and volunteer organisations in Sydney […]

Tuesday 5 December is International Volunteer Day, and if you’d like to join Australia’s millions of volunteers but don’t know where to start, tutoring English to a migrant or refugee takes very little time or effort but offers rich rewards for both the student and volunteer. We spoke to Helen Thompson and Shruti Shukla about […]

Vesak Day is a significant celebration that holds a special place in the hearts of Buddhists and those who appreciate its values around the world. In Australia, Vesak Day is observed by a small percentage of the overall population but with great affection, highlighting the country’s commitment to embracing and celebrating diversity.  In this comprehensive […]

In Australia we are often celebrated for our diverse cultural landscape, welcoming a wide array of festivals and traditions from around the world. Among these cherished cultural events, the Mid-Autumn Festival and the Dragon Boat Festival have found a special place in the hearts of the Australian people. These festivals, which originated in China but […]

An innovative project at Navitas Skilled Futures providing work, study and related social experiences has delivered a range of positive outcomes for all participants. The Grow, Move & Make Youth Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) Innovative Project*, which ran for 12 weeks from July to October at Fairfield College, combined classroom activities with off-site visits, […]