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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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MASS TAMIL ASYLUM SEEKER PROTEST HITS CHRISTMAS ISLAND
Posted by: renee on 29/01/2010 6:11 pm
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In scenes reminiscent of the early protests that rocked Woomera, Port Hedland and Baxter, under the Howard government, a mass protest by Tamil detainees at Christmas Island began at 4.30pm Christmas Island time, on Thursday, 27 January.
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activists detained in Indo - press release
Posted by: renee on 29/01/2010 6:02 pm
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It has been a hectic 24 hours. This press release went out late last (Tuesday) night.
The people involved have been released after 11 hours of questioning. They are in Jakarta but still have not received their passports. They are still hopeful that they will be able to leave Indonesia tonight.
Meanwhile there has been some publicity about the ban on mobile phones for detainees on Christmas Island. RAC has been sending phones onto the island sine the middle of last year and raising money for credit. About three weeks ago - after some revelations concerning meetings on the island - the management announced that the rules had changed and that detainees would no longer be able to have phones.
We have been told that the policy is "under review" and no answer has been received to queries to the Immigration Minister or to the immigration department.
Ian Read More |
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Dear Community Coordinator/ Sports Coordinator
Posted by: renee on 29/01/2010 5:35 pm
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| Iranian Society of Queensland has a sports project regarding Soccer and Volleyball Training Workshops for Young Boys and Girls, which started from December 2009 and will continue from this Sunday 10 January 2010 at Kenmore High School on Sunday afternoons. Please inform everybody interested in your community and multicultural organisation. Read More |
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Certificate II in Community Services
Posted by: renee on 21/01/2010 7:17 pm
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| Multicultural Community Centre is now recruiting participants for the Certificate II in Community Services. The course provides skills and knowledge to be competent to work in support roles within the home and community care industry (Day Care and Aged Care). Read More |
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Oxfam International Youth Partnerships
Posted by: renee on 19/01/2010 7:32 pm
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Applications are now being accepted for Oxfam International Youth
Partnerships until the 12th February 2010.
Please pass this on to any young people (18-25 years old) you know who
want to bring about positive change in their communities, are committed
to working with others, and want to learn from other young people around
the world. We also encourage more than one applicant from each
organisation or community group.
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INVITATION TO SAMOAN CULTURAL WORKSHOP BEING HELD IN DECEPTION BAY
Posted by: renee on 19/01/2010 6:29 pm
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This is an opportunity to provide better understanding of cultural awareness of Pacific Island People, through sharing experiences and respect. This course will improve your skills and knowledge to work more effectively with Pacific Islander clients/students in appropriate and culturally sensitive ways. The training will be facilitated by an experienced P.I Community Educator and Elders regarding culture, within an environment of trust and safety. Training includes: • Family vs. roles and responsibility • Community/Village/Groups vs. roles and responsibility • Behaviour/Attitude vs. domestic & family violence, mental health, disability • Religious vs. Culture • Grief and Loss
A Program of Redcliffe Community Association. Funded By: Department of Families, Community Services & Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA) A Program of Redcliffe Community Association. Funded By: Department of Families, Community Services & Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA) VENUE: Baptist Church Hall, Corner of Silver St & Maine Tce, Deception Bay WHEN: Wednesday 17th February, 2010 TIME: 9.00am – 4.00pm COST: FREE RSVP: Friday 5th Feb to Talosaga Nunu Please inform us if you have special dietary requirements when you make a booking. Respect3@redcliffecommunity.org.au |
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Housing Workshops for young women from African Cutural Backgrounds
Posted by: renee on 19/01/2010 6:16 pm
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Please find attached a flyer for some housing workshops we will be holding for young women from African cultural backgrounds, 12-25 years. Topics will include: · Types of housing eg. DOH, private rental, SAAP ect · Rights and Responsibilities of Lessors and Tenants · Living Skills necessary to maintaining a tenancy · Living with other people · How to get your bond back There will be 2 workshops held, 1 Northside and 1 Southside of Brisbane: Northside: Wednesday 24th Feb @ The Community Place, Woolloowin Southside: Friday 26th Feb @ Multicultural Development Association, South Brisbane Young women will be paid $20 to attend. Please note places are limited and rsvp’s are essential. Read More |
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Harmony Day Celebrations Saturday 20 March 9.30am -3.30pm
Posted by: renee on 19/01/2010 5:42 pm
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Harmony Day Celebrations Saturday 20th March 9.30am -3.30pm Sample many ethnic dishes and enjoy being entertained by local cultural groups. Free activities for the children: Beading
Badge making
Face Painting
If you have a group of singers or dancers that would like to perform at this event phone Sharon on 38652880 Zillmere Community Centre 54 Handford Road Zillmere |
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Literacy for Life Leadership
Posted by: renee on 12/01/2010 7:35 pm
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February 3rd to April 8th - 10 week program 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Wednesday and Thursday “Harmony Place” 46 Shottery Street Yeronga Phone: Nisha Deen: 3848 1600 or 0423 065 341 Email: pmp1@harmonyplace.org.au |
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Free circus workshops in January/Feb 2010
Posted by: renee on 06/01/2010 5:39 pm
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VULCANA Women’s Circus www.vulcana.org.au present FREE BCC PARKS WORKSHOPS SUMMER 2010 Have fun learning juggling, hula hoops, stilt walking and other basic circus skills THURSDAY afternoons Dates: January 21st, Jan 28th, Feb 4th, Feb 11th Time : 3:30 – 5:30 pm Where: Yeronga Park- under trees near Park Road gates along Honour Ave. Wear: Comfy clothes and covered shoes if you want to try stilt walking For Vulcana’s 2010 women’s workshop program visit: www.vulcana.org.au |
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2010 Scholarships for refugees aiming for university
Posted by: renee on 06/01/2010 2:52 pm
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This is a distance education program, undertaken by studying at home with some support from the university. Wherever possible UNAA Qld will arrange a mentor or buddy for each scholarship person. The scholarship meets the cost of unit fees and is valued between $1500.00 and $2500.00. Successful completion of this tertiary preparatory program will result in direct entry to an undergraduate program at the University of Southern Queensland and the opportunity to apply for entry to other universities. Applicants should complete enclosed application form and forwarded to UNAA Qld for entry to: First semester 2010 no later than or 11 January, for Second Semester 7 June or for Third Semester 11 October. Kareena Clifford Community Development Coordinator-Diversity Multicultural & Active Participation Team (MAP) Brisbane City Council PO Box 1434, Brisbane, Q. 4000 Ph: 3403 6531 Email: kareena.clifford@brisbane.qld.gov.au For Information on Community Associations Visit: www.communitydoor.qld.gov.au Read More |
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Free Telephone Interpreting Services to pharmacies across Australia
Posted by: renee on 06/01/2010 2:44 pm
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Free telephone interpreting services will be extended to pharmacies across Australia on an ongoing basis.
The Department of Immigration and Citizenship, through the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) and the assistance of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia, recently conducted a pilot extension of free telephone interpreting services.
The pilot showed that pharmacies using the service found it to be a valuable tool when communicating with non-English speakers and would use it again.
Registered pharmacies around Australia will be able to access the service 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Please click on the link below for more information:
http://www.minister.immi.gov.au/parlsec/media/media-releases/2008/lf08070.htm Kareena Clifford Community Development Coordinator-Diversity Multicultural & Active Participation Team (MAP) Brisbane City Council PO Box 1434, Brisbane, Q. 4000 Ph: 3403 6531 Email: kareena.clifford@brisbane.qld.gov.au For Information on Community Associations Visit: www.communitydoor.qld.gov.au |
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ACTIVITIES FOR ADVENTUROUS WOMEN
Posted by: renee on 08/09/2009 12:52 pm
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Feel free to promote these activities to women from CALD backgrounds. Multicultural Active Women join Real Adventure Women. Attached is a calendar of events as forwarded by Mandy Cox of Communify Qld. The activities are usually $40- $60 however due to a state government grant Communify is offering them for $5 per participant. To receive registration forms and activity details please ring Mandy Cox on 0414 510 233 or 3510 2719 or email refugee@communify.org.au . Read More |
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Refugee Civil Law Clinic
Posted by: anonymous on 15/12/2008 7:33 pm
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The Refugee Civil Law Clinic provides free legal advice and assistance to refugees, humanitarian entrants, asylum seekers and temporary protection visa holders. The Clinic runs fortnightly on Mondays at the Muticultural Development Association (MDA). To request an appointment or find out more about this service please ring MDA on 07 333 75 400. Read More |
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Free Job Preparation training!
Posted by: anonymous on 08/12/2008 6:20 pm
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| We help you develop skills and confidence, communication, team building, self esteem, Australian Work Culture, motivation, interview tips and techniques, Workplace, Health and Safety, job search support, resume, selection criteria, cover letters, helping you achieve the skills to independantly job search for suitable and sustainable employment in the career of your choice. Read More |
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