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Thank-you to the people who generously give their time to make BARC! a valuable resource. Content Management:
Gary Blond
Isabel Ross
Renee Shea
Technical Ronald Bradford
Chris Gibbings
And all our past volunteers: Alison Brandon, Kim Stewart, Debra Cox, Jess Wellard, Marissa Bartlett, Helen Jeays, Suzanne Conroy, Juliette Pofandt, Angela Renshaw, Mike Taylor, Sara Vogelsberger, Sarah Wheatley, Anthony Lee, Marcelle McCallum, Chris Speare, Nicole Cooper, Eleanor Kettle, Claire Gregory, Chandra, Shev Armstrong, Michael Cooper, Nerida Beard, Anton Pickering, Thanh Tran, Andrei Rayin.
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The BARC! website contains all kinds of useful information for those in the Brisbane region who care about asylum seekers and refugees. It assists all organisations in the region that support asylum seekers and refugees in some way. Below is a list of recent announcements. Use the navigation menu on the left to view coming events, volunteer opportunities, local news, requests for assistance, an organisation listing and much, much more. It's easy to post news, events or other information on BARC!. Click here to find out how to do it!
Created on 2004-01-21 17:33:12 by Chris
Updated on 2007-02-07 10:48:26 by devi
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Refufee Council of Australia: Call to action
Posted by: renee on 01/07/2008 3:15 pm
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The Refugee Council of Australia is seeking support to voice concerns over recent inaccuracies in their reporting. Please read below for more information. Read More |
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Join campaign for Community Care Package Pilot to continue to assist asylum seekers
Posted by: renee on 27/06/2008 3:01 pm
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Community Queensland would like to congratulate Department of Immigration and Citizenship in extending the Community Care Pilot until July 09 (currently administered through Red Cross Australia). With the introduction of the Community Care Package Pilot some asylum seekers in Brisbane have been eligible for regular payments equal to approximately 87% of Centelink benefits. Read More |
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Accommodation needed!
Posted by: renee on 27/06/2008 2:58 pm
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| A young lady is currently in need of some share accommodation and has only until next month to find some as her landlord has decided to live in the property. She is able to contribute up to $150 p/w for full board and is looking for somewhere close to the city (within two zones). If it is possible to have an ensuite to her room that is her preference but not a nececity. She also has no transport so any assistance with looking at a property would be much appreciated. Her name is Roohi and she can be contacted on 0413 178 460 for any offers. |
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Employment opportunity - Coordinator/Solicitor
Posted by: renee on 27/06/2008 2:56 pm
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Refugee and Immigration Legal Service (RAILS) is the only Community Legal Centre in Queensland specializing in refugee and immigration law. It has 14 staff and 80 volunteers. RAILS has operated since 1980 providing expert advocacy before the Department of Immigration, Review Tribunals, Minister for Immigration and Federal Courts. Extensive community legal education and law reform is also undertaken. We seek expressions of interest to share the coordinator/principal solicitor role. The position is 4 days/week (negotiable), $60,500pa pro rata, plus superannuation and employee entitlements. TOIL and salary sacrifice available. Position for 12 months, but may extend subject to Service requirements. Please send a CV and short letter stating your suitability to: Coordinator/Principal Solicitor, RAILS PO Box 5143, WEST END QLD 4101 or
coordinator@rails.org.au by 7 July 2008 Email or phone 07 3846 3189 for further information |
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RCSC needs help!
Posted by: renee on 27/06/2008 2:50 pm
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Dear Friends and Supporters In preparation for summer we are seeking an air conditioner for our front room which bears the brunt of the sun and houses some computer equipment; so needs to be kept cool. If anyone is able to donate and/or install one we would be very grateful Kind wishes
Pebble and BessCo-ordinatorsRCSC Refugee Claimants Support Centre
12 Bonython Street, WINDSOR QLD 4030
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Expressions of interest - Bilingual educators
Posted by: renee on 27/06/2008 2:44 pm
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The Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland (ECCQ) is seeking Expressions of Interest from individuals interested in working with ethnic communities to deliver educational programs on hepatitis C, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including HIV/AIDS. For more information please see attached flyer  Bilingual educators.doc [63.50 KB]
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Volunteers wanted
Posted by: anonymous on 27/06/2008 3:15 pm
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Are you a Mathemagician?
Posted by: anonymous on 27/06/2008 3:15 pm
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Come on down - the Homework Assistance Program at the Annerley Literacy Centre would love to have you on board! Volunteer Maths Tutors are needed to help secondary students of refugee and migrant background attain their dream of becoming engineers, medical professionals or mechanics, or simply to unravel the mysteries of differentiation. You will need a Blue Card but we can assist with your application for this. Contact: Lallene
Telephone: 3892 1188, 3892 6932
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Volunteers needed for Second Language program at local High school
Posted by: anonymous on 27/06/2008 3:15 pm
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Yeronga High school is in urgent need of volunteers to assist teachers in the classroom in the ESL Department. Please contact Ros Myers Tues and Friday on 3249 1427 or email at ros@eq.edu.au. Read More |
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Tertiary Preparation Scholarships for Refugees
Posted by: renee on 15/05/2008 9:09 am
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The University of Southern Queensland is offering scholarships to refugees who aspire to go to university. Attached is a letter setting out the details and an application form. Interviews will be arranged through University of Queensland Dowmtown Campus in June (for second semester) and in September for ( third term smester). scholarships 1.doc [115.50 KB]
scholarships 2.doc [78.00 KB] Read More |
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2008 ECCQ/QPS football cup
Posted by: renee on 13/05/2008 9:52 am
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Don't forget the Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland Ltd/ Queensland Police Service Championship 2008. This year’s event on June 8 and 9, 2008 will be one of the largest MULTICULTURAL FOOTBALL tournaments in QLD. Check out our calendar for more information |
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New Red Cross program: Beyond Crisis
Posted by: renee on 13/05/2008 9:43 am
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An exciting new initiative for Red Cross, this project works with homeless and vulnerable young people experiencing a range of diverse and complex needs. It seeks to overcome the barriers that disadvantaged young people experience, by providing coordinated, intensive and long-term support and assistance. This project is a response to the educational and vocational needs of homeless young people in the inner city area. Please read for more information Read More |
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Migrant Youth Program 2008
Posted by: renee on 01/05/2008 2:12 pm
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Metropolitan South Institute of TAFE Loganlea and Mt Gravatt Campuses and Brisbane North Institute of TAFE Bracken Ridge Campus offers Migrant Youth Classes for young people: - From all nationalities and cultures
- Under 25 years of age
- Eligible for either the Adult Migrant English Program (*AMEP) or the Language, Literacy and Numeracy Programme (LLNP)
See relevant flyer for more information  Migrant Youth Program 2008 (north).pdf [227.55 KB]
Migrant Youth Program 2008.pdf [197.14 KB]
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Mu'ooz Eritean fundraising buffet
Posted by: renee on 01/05/2008 2:05 pm
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“Join us for a fundraising dinner for this unique opportunity to experience quality Eritrean Cuisine!” Mu’ooz: Eritrean Restaurant & Catering
Shop 21 197 Beaudesert Rd Moorooka
Tickets $50 (includes 3 course meal and traditional coffee ceremony)
Pre book tickets online at www.oofras.com Places are limited RSVP 14 May
Ph: Linda 0408 188 092 for further enquiries
See attached flyer for more info MUUOZ.doc [27.50 KB]
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African Women’s Information Expo!
Posted by: renee on 01/05/2008 1:54 pm
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What: The African Women’s Information Expo: There will be workshops, entertainment, information for health and employment and culture sharing!
When: Saturday, 3rd may from 10 am until 3pm
Where: The Kingston Butter Factory located near the Kingston Train Station
Who: The expo will be open for all African communities and to the general public! |
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