Justice

Introducing Our 2027 Justice Co-Captains!

We are thrilled to announce and congratulate Meleuc and Sophie, who have been appointed as our Justice Co-Captains for 2027!  

Both Meleuc and Sophie have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to social justice throughout their journey at the College.  Active members of the Justice Group since Year 7, they have represented our school at numerous Seeds of Justice Conferences, led impactful campus initiatives, and served as inspiring role models of compassionate, socially aware citizenship.  

Both students are also proud FIRE Carriers, actively promoting reconciliation and First Nations awareness within our College community.  Earlier this year, Meleuc also represented the College on the Cambodia Immersion, demonstrating exceptional leadership, empathy, and dedication to service work abroad.

Please join us in congratulating Meleuc and Sophie on their appointment. We look forward with great excitement to seeing their vision, energy, and leadership guide our social justice programs over the coming year!

Year 10 Community Action Day: Faith in Action

To mark their final Community Action Day for 2026, our Year 10 students stepped out into the wider community to put their values into practice through hands-on service and solidarity. Across three key sites, students gained valuable insights into community support, dignity, and social justice.

St Mary’s House of Welcome:  One group of volunteers assisted with meal preparation and service for community members accessing the center, while others rolled up their sleeves for an energetic working bee—cleaning store rooms and organizing essential donations.

The Conscious Closet:  Another team headed to the warehouse and retail store, where they sorted through donated goods, steamed garments, and arranged merchandise to support sustainable fashion and raise funds for community initiatives.

Sacred Heart Primary School:  Our third group visited Sacred Heart, providing classroom support across various year levels and bringing plenty of energy and encouragement to the primary students throughout the day.

We invite you to read a staff reflection below by Ms Natalie Patuto on her experience accompanying our students at The Conscious Closet:

Year 10 Silver Mentor Group participated in their final Community Action Day on Wednesday, 7 October at The Conscious Closet, a social enterprise dedicated to supporting women through sustainable fashion and increased access to quality clothing. The organisation provides women with professional outfits for job interviews and assists them in creating versatile capsule wardrobes that build confidence and independence.

Throughout the day, students sorted donated goods, worked in the warehouse, and carefully checked clothing to ensure that items were clean, professional, and in excellent condition for the women who would receive them. Their enthusiasm, teamwork, and attention to detail made a valuable contribution to the organisation's ongoing work.

Following their service, students had the opportunity to browse the donation store and purchase items. Funds raised through these purchases directly support The Conscious Closet's programs and help continue its mission of empowering women while promoting sustainable fashion practices.

We are incredibly proud of the Silver Mentor Group for their commitment to service, compassion, and community engagement throughout the year.

— Ms Natalie Patuto

Thank you to all our Year 10 students and accompanying staff for making this final Community Action Day of 2026 such a meaningful and impactful success!

FIRE Carriers 

On Saturday, 17 October, our FIRE Carriers student leaders hosted a vibrant stall at the St Joseph’s Primary School Fete in Northcote.  Selling Indigenous-designed homewares, stationery, and handcrafted items, the team raised $600 for the Opening the Doors Foundation, supporting First Nations children in accessing educational opportunities.

The afternoon showcased just one of the many meaningful ways Academy’s social justice programs empower our students to put faith and justice into action within the wider community.  It was a wonderful day filled with connection—we loved seeing so many familiar faces, including past and present students, families, and staff who dropped by to say hello.  We were also thrilled to meet several students preparing to embark on their Academy journey in 2027, along with prospective families exploring our school community.  Thank you to everyone who stopped by our stall and supported this fantastic cause.

Taking Action on Anti-Slavery Day

On Monday, 19 October, our College community came together to mark Anti-Slavery Day and shine a light on modern slavery and human trafficking.  Our Year 7 Justice Group led the way by producing an engaging educational video shared across homerooms, highlighting how simple daily choices can impact global human rights. 

At Recess, students put their knowledge into practice with our interactive "Human Cost of Fashion" board game and tested their aim at the Ethical Chocolate Toss.  

Through these events, our students learned how to identify slavery-free certified products and raised valuable funds to support ACRATH (Australian Catholic Religious Against Trafficking in Humans) in their ongoing work with survivors.  Thank you to all the student leaders and families who supported this vital initiative!

Ms Melinda Sachanandani

Justice Leader