Settlement Services International has been acknowledged as an inclusive recruiter organisation by the Australian Network on Disability (AND) after completing AND’s Disability Confident Recruiter (DCR) program.
Read more: SSI walks the talk towards an inclusive workforce
At SSI we excel in providing essential services to new arrivals in Australia, but to achieve the best outcomes for our newcomers we must take our role a step further: we want to drive conversations about settlement and migration, and use our knowledge and expertise to lead discussions that will inform policy and help millions of people all over the world.
Read more: From the CEO — Establishing SSI as a thought leader in global migration
In order to gain more independence and expand her work experience, she started working with EmployAbility, a joint initiative between SSI Ability Links NSW and SSI employment services that offers tailored career pathways for people with disability.
Read more: SSI works with young Australian with disability to gain independence
Read more: Syrian graphic design teacher secures a role with Australia for UNHCR
Theatre is one of the most ancient forms of art. The word theatre itself means a place for viewing, but theatre is more than that. Theatre is telling stories; it is turning a group of people into an audience and bringing them together to enjoy an experience.
Read more: Theatre: a new old way of talking about disability in CALD communities
Telstra Australian Business Women of the Year, SSI CEO Violet Roumeliotis, recently contributed to the 2018 Telstra International Women’s Day panel discussion, reflecting on challenges and offering her three most valuable business tips.
Read more: Business Woman of the Year shares powerful insights on career and business
Bassam Maaliki, a 14-year-old student at Homebush Bay High School and founder of the social change campaign #uBelong, was announced winner of the Youth Medal at the NSW Premier’s Harmony Dinner on March 21.
Read more: SSI award nominee wins Youth Community Medal at NSW Premier’s Harmony Dinner
It is important to have an established day, like March 21, for Harmony Day as it provides us with an opportunity to again reflect on the importance of harmony in our nation.
Originally from Syria, Dana came to Australia via Iraq in search of safety.
“I was born and raised in Damascus, Syria. Syria is the country where I attended school and university for free, where I enjoyed safety and security, where I learned to communicate and respect others even when we have differences in religion, thought, doctrine or ideology,” she said.
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