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Making something out of nothing: from bottle tops to tools and wisdom
Most people see discarded bottle caps from milk and soft drink bottles as rubbish. Stuart Muir Wilson, Program Coordinator at our Ecological Justice Hub, sees them as a way to reimagine climate education and climate action in schools.
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Homework Club’s annual Iftar event continues to bring the community closer
At Kensington Town Hall in inner-city Melbourne, children as young as three gathered round a large table spilling over the edges in glitter pens, Ramadan themed colouring pages and games. Amidst the buzz of artistic chaos, Tatil, a participant of Jesuit Social Services’ Homework Club program since grade one, now in grade nine, mentioned, “the worst part about Homework Club is the homework! I love everything else. I get to hang out and play with my friends…I also think the people who help us are really kind.”
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Empowering students: The impact of volunteers at Jesuit Social Services’ Homework Club
For nearly 20 years, Jesuit Social Services has run the Flemington Homework Club, with the generous support of a team of skilled and dedicated volunteers. Hear how this support enriches the lives of our volunteers, while making a meaningful difference in the settlement experience of students and their families.
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Kate’s on track for a second chance
Kate has now enrolled in a community services course, and has new clarity and purpose – she has reached a turning point in her life. Kate’s story shows people’s capacity to adapt and transform when given a second chance.