Refugee and Asylum Seekers
Specialist Reconnect program
The Specialist Reconnect program works with newly-arrived (in Australia for less than 5 years) young people from refugee backgrounds who are at risk of homelessness. The program incorporates family centred approaches with culturally responsive service delivery that utilises a variety of strategies such as case management, counselling, group work, family mediation and practical support.
Southern Migrant and Refugee Centre
Provides one-on-one support to refugee young people. Other services include activities (sport, school holiday programs, workshops, art, competitions and homework support).
SECL Settlement Services
Provides settlement services and life skills programs to young people aged 14 to 25
CatholicCare Refugee and Settlement program
Provides social and life skills for newly arrived young people and their families, case management, employment and training support, English literacy, financial literacy and family and community participation in social activities, local events, festivals. Service is open to all communities (refugees and newly arrived).
Dandenong Education Program
The Dandenong Education program has been running for over 10 years. It is a free service that specialises in offering weekly social, emotional and academic support to students from all walks of life. Over 50 volunteers work each week with up to 150 students from backgrounds that include refuges, new migrants and disadvantaged families. The program is framed through the theory of a “growth mindset” and runs every Saturday morning during government school terms.During Covid restrictions the program has moved online and is running twice weekly on Tuesday and Thursday form 3.45-5pm.
