News stories tagged with "Adult Migrant English Program"

Adapting to a new life in Australia is a challenging and multifaceted period for a newly arrived migrant or refugee to Australia, and young people who walk this road face very specific trials. Navitas Skilled Futures (NSF) plays a crucial role in supporting young people on this journey. One of their customised programs is the […]

A visit from a local police officer has helped break down barriers between young refugees and law enforcement in Fairfield. One young man has revealed he’s now pursuing his own dream of becoming a police officer. Abdul Fatah Rizai has only been in Australia for three months. He lives in Fairfield where he studies the Adult […]

Our official reporter for NSF, Sanja, shares more about her experiences in the AMEP Youth Class at Liverpool College. Enrolling in the Youth Class has resulted in life-long friendships for Sanja, as well as a sense of belonging in a community with shared experience and understanding. Here is more about her story. Sanja Nikolic, official […]

Navitas Skilled Futures students from Cabramatta were treated to a free tour of the Sydney Opera House thanks to a determined teacher. Navitas Skilled Futures (NSF) Cabramatta student Nazik has always recognised the white sails of the Sydney Opera House; one of the iconic symbols of modern Australia. A refugee from Iraq, Nazik arrived in […]

When war broke out in Ukraine in 2022, Oleksandra faced a difficult decision. Leaving her homeland was not easy, but with the support of her family she embarked on a journey to Canberra. Now, living with her daughter’s family, Oleksandra has made remarkable progress in her new life, thanks in large part to the opportunities […]

This week is Refugee Week (Sunday 16 June to Saturday 22 June). Its theme, ‘Finding Freedom: Family’ encapsulates the resilience, strength, and unity that defines the refugee experience, and emphasises the crucial role families play in providing solace, support, and a sense of belonging to those forced to flee their homelands. We spoke to two […]

When Bitao arrived in Canberra in 2023 after spending most of her life in China, she had no idea how transformative her new life in Australia would be. After facing the challenges of life in a new country head-on, a turning point occurred when Bitao enrolled in the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP). The AMEP […]

If you’re new to Australia and looking to improve your English language skills, you may have  heard about the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP). This program, funded by the Australian Government, is free for eligible participants and is designed to support migrants and refugees with their communication and digital literacy skills. It can help you […]

Lina’s settlement journey with Navitas Skilled Futures  In the Western Sydney suburb of Fairfield, one of the most culturally diverse communities in Australia, Lina Mrad supports over 1000 students in her role as an Administration Officer at Navitas Skilled Futures (NSF). Having previously studied in the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) at NSF, Lina revealed […]

AMEP Youth Student Sanja shares her experiences of learning English outside the classroom, on an excursion that took place on Harmony Day, March 2024. Learning English outside the classroom supports learners to feel confident communicating in their communities, and is an important aspect of wholistic learning. Here, Sanja, NSF’s official Reporter, shares more of her […]