Sector News
Beyond School Webinar Series
A series of free webinars - are being held across October. Follow the links below to register and learn more.
The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) and Leadership Victoria invite emerging leaders (18 years +) from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Communities to apply for the Active Citizenship Leadership Program.
The Program will explore what it means to actively engage in Australia’s democracy and gain useful leadership skills to drive positive change in communities.
This highly interactive learning program will consist of:
- a mix of leadership theory and hands-on skills for community engagement
- active citizenship knowledge and skill building
- guest speakers sharing their leadership journeys and active citizenship experiences
- networking opportunities and peer support.
At the end of the program, suitable participants may be invited to apply for casual work as a Democracy Ambassador with the VEC. Applications for the leadership program are now open - applications close at 5.00pm on Monday 22 November 2021.
For more information and to apply, visit Leadership Victoria.
The RCH Charlie Bell Scholarship;
a $5000 grant for students transitioning to tertiary or vocational training in 2022.
Please note that applicants will be required to submit 2 references; one from school and a personal one. The personal one can be from an employee, family friend, medical professional etc.
The applicant’s personal overview/statement should focus a little on their health condition but more specifically about the impacts it has had on their education (Just like your SEAS application)
Applicants should highlight their future ambitions and passion for the course they would like to do, as well what the scholarship would be used for. E.g – accommodation, course fees, materials and resources, etc.
https://www.rmhc.org.au/charlie-bell-scholarships
Caring for Young Carers
Did you know, 1 in 10 young people are young carers?
Some young people may have extra responsibilities and experience barriers to participation in education, employment and the community.
Carers Week is a great time for youth workers & service providers to learn who young carers are & what supports are available to them through Carer Gateway.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2E9fngn0SNuDGkZCvQ17wQ
Project Roll Up
is an industry placement experience with a difference! Victorian secondary students (aged 15 years and older) can gain valuable industry experience in a COVID-safe environment, develop connections with potential future employers and influence the thinking of decision-makers.
The Ethnic Communities' Council of Victoria (ECCV) are delivering COVID-19 information sessions online with community groups in partnership with Vic Health.
The sessions cover medical information about COVID-19 and vaccines including:
- How it is spread, how we can protect ourselves, the new variants and how they spread.
- Vaccines, types of vaccine, efficiency, how they protect us, how to book appointment, and where to get vaccinated.
- Q&A where participants can ask the presenter any questions and share any concerns they have about the vaccine and getting vaccinated.
If your group’s preferred language is not available they can arrange for an interpreter.
If you have less than 20 attendees, an ECCV outreach team member has the capacity to deliver the session and answer any questions you may have. If you have 20 attendees or more, a health professional presenter will attend.
The aim of the sessions is to provide community members with accurate and up to date information to help them make informed decisions.
If you are interested in running a session for your community group you can call Hayat Doughan on 0478 217 956 or email Hdoughan@eccv.org.au
New 31LLEN Website
The statewide 31 LLEN Website has been updated! Check it out now.
Safe Connections
Phones for survivors Telstra is donating smartphones to WESNET to give to women impacted by domestic and family violence and other forms of gender-based violence against women.
Schools Standing Up To Racism A resource for Victorian secondary schools.
Schools Standing Up to Racism is a collaboration between the Centre for Multicultural Youth (CMY) and the Victorian Department of Education and Training (DET), offering a range of resources to support schools to address racism and discrimination in their school environment.
Addressing stigma for young people accessing mental health support - CMY
This training explores the essential skills and knowledge required for effective work with young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds, their families and communities.
This training is run by the Centre for Multicultural Youth.
Event date:
19 October 2021,10:00am — 1:30pm (4 hours)
How to handle fear about the future: A guide for year 12 students
Reach Out have provided some steps on how to handle the fear of the future
How to deliver successful student placements - YACVIC
When: Thursday 14 October from 2:00PM to 2:45PM
Where: Online via Zoom
Who is this for: Youth-focused organisations that would like to:
- Increase, reactivate or create new placement opportunities for Youth Work and Community Services students
- Hear recommendation about how to make a student placement successful
- Ask any questions on developing and designing student placements
https://www.yacvic.org.au/get-involved/events/student-placement-success/
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0udu-orTooE9Yaf7H9F-q82GORPGrvblxf