SafePath
Promoting safety for migrant and refugee women, children and families.
Strong and Resilient Communities
Aims to build robust, cohesive and harmonious communities where individuals and families can thrive.
How can media stop fuelling racism against CALD communities
The Wire | Published: Friday, 09 April 2021 A media commentary yesterday indicated that culture is a risk factor of youth incarceration, referring to the overrepresentation of the African youth in Victoria’s criminal system. Community organisations like Settlement Services International are pledging the media to be more careful with their comments, as migrants are more susceptible of […]
From the CEO: New data shows we must stop the migrant blame game
Since the beginning of the pandemic in Australia I have been deeply disturbed by the increase in racist harassment, reporting and attacks on culturally diverse Australians, with several community members reaching out to me to express their fear and concern over the situation.
Essa and Newington Gunners recognised for support of the “Racism. It stops with me” campaign
Essa Khan, 45, from Pakistan is seeking protection as a refugee in Australia but on Tuesday, August 18, he rubbed shoulders with Australian Government and opposition politicians at Parliament House.
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From the CEO: Coming together during a year of division
The holiday season is a chance for family to come together. One of the absences I feel at this time of year is the loss of my dad, who passed away in his sleep in 1990 when he was 64 years old.
Our progress on creating a safer environment for children and young people at SSI
Most of the programs at SSI include children and young people, so it is critical that we take active steps to create a safe environment. As we enter National Child Protection Week, here’s a recap of the steps we’ve taken to create a culture of child safety at SSI over the past 12 months.
Iranian medical graduate overcomes years of employment hurdles to thrive as a mortgage broker
Upon Mohsen's arrival in Australia, he had transitioned from being a qualified medicine graduate to being deemed unemployable. Finding himself under growing pressure to support his family, Mohsen’s priority became securing any work he could.
Pilot program helps Ellen get job ready
Many young adults struggle to define their career aspirations and educational goals, but Ellen Brant has found guidance and support in a new pilot program by SSI’s Local Area Coordination (LAC) program.
Leading non-profit congratulates incoming state government
Non-profit organisation SSI congratulates the incoming Minns Government on its success following Saturday’s NSW state election.
Migrant, refugee wellbeing at the heart of Federal Budget measures
New measures to clear Australia’s visa backlog, review multicultural policies and tackle racism show the Federal Government is putting wellbeing of all communities at the centre of its national budget, according to non-profit Settlement Services International (SSI).
New project to take an intersectional approach to women in leadership
Diversity Council Australia (DCA), along with partners Settlement Services International (SSI) and Chief Executive Women, are delighted about today’s announcement by the Minister for Women, Katy Gallagher, that the federal government would be investing in work to enhance opportunities for culturally and racially marginalised (CARM) women to move into workplace leadership roles.