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Sinke is an alumnus of our highly successful African Australian Inclusion Program (AAIP) that we run in partnership with NAB. Here’s a snapshot of her experience. Sinke Wesho is an Analyst|Remediation at NAB Losing hope Sinke Wesho was born in Ethiopia, but grew up in Kenya and arrived in Australia in 2007. When Sinke completed…
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Keeping young people engaged with school means better outcomes for the whole community
More than half of the young people involved in Victoria’s youth justice system have been suspended or expelled from school. The Navigator program helps keep vulnerable young people connected with education – and more children should have access to it, writes Jesuit Social Services’ Media Relations Manager KATHRYN KERNOHAN. The links between disengagement from education…
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Adequate funding for postvention programs can reduce the risk of further suicide
Programs like Support After Suicide, which work with people bereaved by the loss of a loved one, also work to reduce the risk of further suicide. With suicide numbers on the rise, it is important programs like this receive adequate funding, writes Jesuit Social Services’ Policy and Advocacy volunteer TONY SANTOSPIRITO. Many Australians have been…
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NT investment into diversion will result in less crime and safer communities
The Northern Territory Government’s $5 million investment into an innovative model that will support children and young people to get back on track will result in less crime, fewer victims and safer communities, says Jesuit Social Services. “We commend the Northern Territory Government on its commitment to positive reform of the youth justice system after…
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Ombudsman investigation will shine a light on inhumane practice of solitary confinement
Jesuit Social Services welcomes the Victorian Ombudsman’s impending investigation of the use of solitary confinement of young people in the Victorian prison system. “Through our work with young people and adults in the prison system, we regularly see the irreversible physical and mental harm that can be caused by the use of solitary confinement,” says…
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Alumni Experiences – Christine
Christine is a Participant in our John Holland Pathway Program. Here’s a snapshot of her experience. Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Environmental Technology, University of Rwanda, Diploma in Hydraulic Engineering in River Basins, Egypt, Masters of Integrated Water Management, University of Queensland | Junior Engineer John Holland A passion for infrastructure projects Christine…
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Prior to emigrating to Australia in 2015, Tadros Hanna was a successful architect and interior designer in Egypt. However, despite his skills and experience, he found it difficult to gain employment in his chosen field, a common theme for many newly arrived Australians. “People who are born here can find it a challenge to find…
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#JusticeSolutions New Zealand tour – Victoria University of Wellington
In the first blog reflecting on the observations of our #JusticeSolutions tour of New Zealand, Jesuit Social Services’ General Manager – Justice Programs DANIEL CLEMENTS writes that strong political leadership has resulted in the embrace of restorative justice principles and international best practice in detention facilities. Jesuit Social Services’ Daniel Clements and Catherine Neville at…
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A more compassionate Australia – Jesuit Social Services’ Federal Election Platform 2019
At election times, familiar themes often dominate the political agenda: the economy, national security, infrastructure, to name a few. These are vital issues of governance. However, as these conversations take place, too often the needs of people on the fringes of society are overlooked. There is clear evidence that Australians are looking for leadership on…
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Tiny Homes (for the big picture)
Identifying ecologically just solutions to social issues is a labour of love for the Brunswick Ecological Justice Hub, writes Jesuit Social Services’ Strategy and Projects Leader MAY LAM. It’s 6.30am on a dark Sunday morning on the last day of March. Stuart Wilson and Michael McGarvie from Jesuit Social Services’ Ecological Justice Hub in Brunswick are towing…