News stories tagged with "Fairfield"

Navitas Skilled Futures (NSF) Fairfield has been awarded $5000 as part of the Commonwealth Bank’s Community Donations Program, in recognition of their work supporting refugees and migrants in Western Sydney.  The grant was allocated following a community vote in CommBank branches in Sydney’s Bankstown region, and the cheque presented on 31 October at the Commonwealth […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Mariam’s journey from Guinea to Sydney is a powerful example of how education and the backing of a supportive community can lead to profound change. In 2022, Mariam and her brother made their way to Sydney under an Orphan Relative visa, driven by a quest for safety and a new beginning after facing significant hardships […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]