News stories tagged with "Canberra"

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Lara’s journey from a seasoned educator in China to a pivotal role within the Australian education system is a great example of the adaptability of international professionals navigating new landscapes. Her story is also one of personal and professional growth facilitated by the life-changing Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP), an English language and settlement program […]

Hailing from Lebanon, Abir’s journey to Australia in 2021 marked the beginning of a new chapter in her life, one that would see her embracing the challenges and opportunities of settling into a new country. Moving to Canberra to join her husband, Abir was excited to leave behind her life in Lebanon, which included a […]

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 […]

When 40-year-old Haijun Zhu first set foot in Australia from his native Guangzhou, China, he had high hopes of securing a role that matched his skills and qualifications. Little did he know that his job opportunities would seem to vanish into thin air, leaving him disheartened and questioning his own ability to secure employment in […]

Chinese New Year in 2024 will begin on Saturday, February 10th, according to the lunar calendar. It will mark the transition from the Year of the Water Dragon to the Year of the Wood Snake. The festivities typically last for 15 days, with the Lantern Festival, which concludes the celebrations, taking place on Sunday, February […]

A Health Expo hosted by Navitas Skilled Futures Canberra in December is empowering migrants and refugees to prioritise their health and live their best lives. The expo, run over two weeks with sessions from multiple ACT health service professionals, covered a range of topics on general health, mental health, sexual health and specific medical issues […]

It’s been a bittersweet time for Dr Karima Hamed Faryabi since arriving in Australia in August last year, rushed out of Kabul for her, and her children’s, safety. After an initial period of shock and intense concern for her extended family and friends still in Afghanistan, the former politician and medical doctor has settled in […]