May Newsletter

The impact of COVID-19 on WA CaLD young people

Last month the MYAN WA ran a survey to gain an insight of the current experiences and  impact of COVID-19 on CaLD young people in Western Australia. Simultaneously, the Youth Affairs Council of Western Australia (YACWA) also ran a survey assessing the impacts of COVID-19 on young people in Western Australia. The findings of both surveys as they relate to culturally and linguistically diverse young people from refugee and migrant backgrounds have been made into an infographic. 

Read the CaLD survey findings
Read the YACWA survey findings

YACWA - Regional Youth Services Check-ins

YACWA is shifting to a professional development focused format for the up-coming COVID-19 youth sector workshops. They have put together a quick three-minute survey to determine how they can best meet your training and professional development needs over the coming months - link below.

 

Regional Youth Services Check-in #5

When: 1.30 PM - 3 PM, Wednesday 20 May

You can register via the link below for our next meeting

YACWA Sector Check-in survey
Register for Regional Youth Services check-in

Lived experience opportunity — mental health
The Western Australian Association for Mental Health (WAAMH) has launched a new campaign called Prevent Support Heal. WAAMH are hosting a number of online workshops on how to tell your story of mental health, and reframe your lived experience into advocacy. All sessions include support before and after with counsellors. 

 

This includes an online session with former Senator for WA, Scott Ludlam, on how to meet with your MP. This is a really unique opportunity to hear from an incredible advocate and level up your advocacy! This is an unpaid, volunteer opportunity, but is a great chance to build your skills. If you participate in the campaign, you may have opportunities to meet with MPs yourself alongside WAAMH, share your story, and contribute to changing our mental health system.

More information

Free Careers Webinars - Teachers on Wheels

Teachers on Wheels is running a series of free careers webinars for high school and university students from migrant and refugee backgrounds. Professionals from a range of industries, who are themselves mostly from migrant and refugee backgrounds, will participate in 40 minute online sessions for students to get a sense of the career options available to them, be inspired by success stories and get tips on their studies. Students don't need to speak or show their faces during the sessions, and they can type any questions they have in a chat that will be operating throughout.

 

When:

Wednesday, 20 May 3:00 PM – 3:40 PM and

Wednesday, 27 May - 3:00 PM – 3:40 PM

Register

KickstART Virtual 2020 – Propel Youth Arts

KickstART Virtual 2020 is happening 22 - 29 May! The program is now online and you can register for live stream events. Get involved with creative workshops, talks and hangouts through the week! There are some amazing young people involved in KickstART Virtual including Jacob Collier, Jarrad Seng Photography, Maddie Godfrey, Partick Gunasekera and so many more! Check out the full schedule for more information about events. 

KickstART Virtual 2020 Schedule

Roots TV is looking for emerging young reporters

Roots TV is on the lookout for passionate young people in journalism and field reporting for its new show coming out in August 2020. This volunteer position will open many doors for emerging young reporters to cover local community events and festivals.

Applicants must be:
• Between 18 and 26 years old
• Versed in the issues of social justice
• Able to tackle a variety of journalistic forms
• Able to adhere to deadlines
• Able to develop their writing style to tackle longer-form narratives.

Essential:
• Driver's license and own vehicle
• Working with children and police clearance.

 

To apply and for more information, please email info@rootstvperth.org

Kaleidoscope Mentoring Program information session

The Kaleidoscope Mentoring Program (KMP) helps skilled newcomer professionals improve their employment potential by matching them with mentors from their industry or occupation. KMP is recruiting mentors and mentees for Cycle 2 of the program which runs from July to October 2020. A free information session for potential mentees is being run online.

 

When: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Monday 25 May

Register
More information about program

Facilitating Groups with People from Refugee Backgrounds webinar

This webinar will give participants a greater understanding of the impact of torture and refugee trauma on group participation and dynamics, and how it can be effectively managed. It will cover the general principles of group facilitation in a cross-cultural context; and the things to be aware of and techniques to create a safe and engaging learning experience, to encourage a meaningful exchange of ideas, and to involve each member in thinking through different issues. This is pre-recorded webinar which will be delivered over three sessions.

 

Cost: $30 for three sessions (includes handouts and worksheets)

Register

Support and resources

StudyPerth Crisis Relief (SPCR) program

In response to the challenges COVID-19 has brought to the international student community in Western Australia, StudyPerth have established a crisis relief program. The program is available to international students who are in immediate emergency need of food or shelter, and to eligible organisations and associations who are able to support international students affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and associated restrictions including food, shelter, rights, support, health and wellbeing.

More information

MCCWA supports WA communities

The Multicultural Communities Council of WA (MCCWA) is currently distributing food hampers and other essential household items to the vulnerable community members in the South-East Metropolitan Region of Perth. MCCWA in-person appointments have been transitioned to phone and online services. However, they are still continuing their programs without any disruption.

More information

The Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA) resources

The Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA) has put together a list of resources to assist refugees and people seeking asylum to keep up-to-date with information regarding Coronavirus (COVID - 19). This includes important information and advice in areas such as health, mental health, financial advice, travel, legal and employment. 

More information

Translated Resources

Translated coronavirus (COVID-19) resources
The Department of Health has developed a list of resources about COVID-19 in other languages. The resources include fact sheets, guidelines and other publications on: 

  • Frequently asked questions
  • Close contact with a confirmed case
  • Community Return
  • Identifying Symptoms
  • Isolation Guidance
  • Residential care services
  • Schools and early childhood centres
  • Social distancing
Find your language

Lifeline Australia – Free TIS

If you know someone who is in need of crisis support but does not speak English, it is possible to access Lifeline with the free assistance of Translating and Interpreting Services (TIS). To access this service call TIS on 131 450 and ask to talk to Lifeline on 13 11 14 in the language required. TIS will call Lifeline on behalf of the caller.

More information

WA Government Resources in other languages

The WA Government have collected a list of resources about COVID-19 in other languages. This also includes a note that members of the community are able to access the National Coronavirus Helpline with the assistance of an interpreter (TIS). To access this service call TIS on 131 450 and request the National Coronavirus Helpline on 1800 020 080.

More information

Family and domestic violence fact sheets — translated 

Family and domestic violence fact sheets on support and resources, are available in 28 different langauges. 

More information

Funding

Canning Resilience Grants

Canning Resilience Grants are available to help build community resilience and connectedness through support for business and community-led initiatives that address the social impact of COVID-19. Small grants up to $1,000 are available now for quick turn-around activities. Digital grants up to $2,500 closing Monday 18 May 2020 are available to support online platforms or activities that can be delivered within the current COVID-19 restrictions.

More information

NEAMI Grants for Metro Organisations

The WA branch of NEAMI are offering grants of $500 - $2,000 for metro organisations undertaking initiatives around mental health and suicide prevention. Grants have a quick turnaround of 1-2 weeks. Several recent grants have gone towards data and technology packs for organisations looking to equip their clients with the necessary tools for remote engagement and e-learning.

Guidelines & Application Form

Surveys

Experiences of Everyday Racism survey

This study aims to understand the experience of culturally and linguistically diverse people in Australia, in terms of wellbeing and interactions with others (including experiences of racism). To be eligible for this study you must:

 

  • Be over 18 years of age
  • Speak/read English (able to read and understand the Plain Language Information Statement)
  • Be living in Australia
  • Be from a culturally and linguistically diverse background (have a cultural heritage that is different from the dominant Anglo-Australian culture, and/or speak a language at home other than English)
Take the survey
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