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December 2019
AIM HIGH – High School Study Support Program
Aim High is a targeted study program that supports educational outcomes for young people from refugee and migrant backgrounds. Aim High provides specific support across the year 9 and 10 curriculum, with a strong emphasis on core curriculum subjects such as science and maths. ELIGIBILITY Year 9 and 10 students from refugee and migrant backgrounds in Tasmanian Government schools. LOCATION OF STUDY SUPPORT Aim High delivers weekly study support sessions based at MRC Tas, 1A Anfield St Glenorchy. DAY AND…
Find out more »January 2020
MYAN National Youth Settlement Framework Training
This training will enable participants to respond more effectively to specific needs of young people from refugee and migrant backgrounds. About this Event Understanding and applying the MYAN National Youth Settlement Framework (NYSF). Cost Concession: $180 Full fee: $220 Register via Eventbrite and an invoice will be sent to you. This session focuses on young people aged 15 to 25 years of age. It is hosted by Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania , delivered by staff from the Multicultural Youth Tasmania (MYT) Program.…
Find out more »Ageing in a Culturally Diverse Tasmania
Come along to this free information session to learn about how to access aged care services in Tasmania. This session is for older people, their families and their workers and will explain: - The different supports and assistance available to people as they get older - How to access the support you need - Who to call if you need help accessing support 29 January 2020 | 11:00AM - 1:00PM Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania Level 2, 1a Anfield St Glenorchy…
Find out more »March 2020
Conversation Club
English skills = opportunities! Practise English at Conversation Club. To improve your English skills it is important to practise, so join us to: Listen and speak Meet friendly people Grow your confidence Beginners welcome. During School Term 1 (7 Feb - 3 April, 2020) Fridays 12:30pm – 2:00pm Glenorchy Library, 4 Terry Street, Glenorchy For more information as a participant or a volunteer please contact Jonathan (for an interpreter contact TIS on 131 450) Download the flyer here
Find out more »Digi Drop-in
Learn about using computers – Digital literacy is for everyone Learn how to use email, MyGov, Centrelink accounts Online searches for housing, jobs, and services Explore tools for learning and daily life No appointment needed! For more information contact Clarissa on 6221 0999. For an interpreter (TIS) call 131 450 You can ask for language support if needed. Download the flyer here
Find out more »Citizenship Group – English
Join us for help to study in English for the Citizenship Test. • Learn about citizenship • Learn how to apply • Prepare for the test When: Each Wednesday of School Term 1, 5 February - 8 April 2020, 3:30pm - 5:00pm Where: Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania, Level 2, 1a Anfield Street, Glenorchy Contact: Jonathan on 03 6221 0999 For an interpreter, contact TIS on 131 450 Download flyer here
Find out more »English for Jobs in Building and Construction
English is needed to work with your boss, your team, and in a safe job-site! English for Jobs in Building and Construction starts 6 February 2020. Are you from a migrant or refugee background? Interested in working in the building and construction industry? Have at least a certificate II in English? Accredited training and apprenticeship opportunities available later in the year depending on progress in the preparatory program. Sessions commence on the 6th of February 2020 and will run each…
Find out more »Car Café
Do you need English to drive? Come along to Car Cafe and practise your English with us! Focus on cars and driving Have a cup of tea or coffee Work with volunteers on your English Contact Vatsal on (03) 6221 0999 or email driving@mrctas.org.au for more information. For an interpreter (TIS) call 131 450 Download the Car Café Flyer here
Find out more »Play2Learn
Play2Learn is a fun time for you to share with your child. Play2Learn gives your child the chance to learn, grow and prepare for school. Play2Learn is often conducted as part of the It Takes a Village program model. In this situation, newly arrived humanitarian entrants with children aged 0 - 5 years are welcome to attend. Come and join us for: Lots of play activities Craft Healthy lunch Music & story time Fun & friendship Support with parenting Program…
Find out more »April 2020
Phone Help
Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania is stopping face-to-face services for a while (coronavirus- COVID-19). You can still call us if you need help: 03 6221 0999 Call us with an interpreter (TIS) Phone TIS on 131 450 and tell them your language. Tell the interpreter your name and that you are calling Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania: 03 6221 0999. Download phone help flyer
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