Two new video campaigns in Dari and Arabic (with English subtitles) have been launched to encourage open discussion about mental health and seeking support, as well as informing community members about the current mental health reforms in Victoria.
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Statement from the the Victorian Refugee Health Network on the escalating violence in Palestine and Israel
The Victorian Refugee Health Network recognises the recent atrocities that have occurred in Israel and that continue to occur within the Occupied Territories of Palestine including Gaza and the West Bank. These events are inflicting enduring and devastating humanitarian consequences including loss of life and widespread trauma.
Hiring through the Skilled Refugee Labour Agreement Pilot Program
Is your business/industry experiencing a skills shortage? Are you interested in accessing a source of skilled labour that also offers a skilled refugee and their family the opportunity to rebuild their lives in Australia? The Department of Home Affairs invites you to attend our free webinar on how Australian employers can use the Skilled Refugee Labour Agreement Pilot Program.
Trauma Help Video – Supporting Children
The Emergency Management team wish to promote the Trauma Psychology video series with social messages from the video to align with the anniversary of the October floods. Here, advice is given on dealing with children’s responses to disaster and flood.
Trauma Help Video – Personal Deprivation
The Emergency Management team wish to promote the Trauma Psychology video series with social messages from the video to align with the anniversary of the October floods. Here, advice is given on dealing with personal deprivation.
Trauma Help Video – Painful Memories
The Emergency Management team wish to promote the Trauma Psychology video series with social messages from the video to align with the anniversary of the October floods. Here, advice is given on dealing with painful memories.
Hamas/Israel conflict – Onshore support
The Department of Home Affairs outlines visa conditions for those affected overseas by the conflict in Gaza. Support for communities in Australia affected by this conflict is also outlined.
Shepparton Research Project – Racism and People of Colour
A research project will be undertaken in Shepparton to collect experiences and produce three anti-racism messages which will be distributed to create change. The goal of the Anti-Racism Hallmark is to suggest research and interventions to combat racism at both the interpersonal and structural levels, with government, community organisations and businesses.
International Day of People with Disability – Translations
International Day of People with Disability is a day to understand and respect people with disability. International Day of People with Disability happens each year on 3 December. Translated fact sheets are provided in Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Farsi, French, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Spanish, Turkish, Urdu, Vietnamese.
Mosquitoes can spread serious disease
Mosquitoes can transmit a range of viruses that can cause disease including Japanese encephalitis (JE), Ross River virus, Barmah Forest virus, Murray Valley encephalitis and West Nile/Kunjin virus. The Ethnic Council has free supplies of mosquito repellent.