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International conference brings Darwin to Greece and the world

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The anglicisation of family names in Greek migrants, understanding interactions between Greeks and Indigenous Australians, using AI to teach Modern Greek, and more will be discussed at an international conference beginning in Darwin this week.  The 4th International Conference on the Hellenic Diaspora begins in-person and online on May 31 at Charles Darwin University’s Casuarina … Continued

SydWest recognises selfless volunteers during Volunteer Week

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Two hours every week at Blacktown, Bashir Faiz can be found in the passenger seat of the SydWest Multicultural Services Learner Driver car, patiently instructing newly arrived refugees so that they can obtain a NSW drivers’ licence. Over at our disability division at Croydon, Maggie Ross can be found baking up a storm with our … Continued

New research shows migrant and refugee children are being left behind due to gaps in access to early childhood education

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EMBARGO: 12:00am (AEST), Tuesday, May 21. New research launching Tuesday, May 21 reveals that multicultural children in Australia are missing out on early childhood education and early intervention programs resulting in them being more likely to be developmentally vulnerable when starting school, with impacts on their school learning and repercussions in later life.  Conducted jointly … Continued

New research shows access to secure job opportunities unequal among culturally diverse communities

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Individuals who have migrated to Australia from other countries are less likely to be earning personal income1, while jobseekers from culturally diverse backgrounds are more likely to experience discrimination during the recruitment process, according to recent research.2 In the lead up to World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development (21 May), leading employment … Continued

Government must support LGBTQIA+ human rights defenders, says Australian aid peak

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Media release | Friday, 17 May 2024 Today marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), a timely reminder to advocate and take action for LGBTQIA+ rights across the world.   Despite decades of progress on LGBTQIA+ rights in many countries, from decriminalisation to recognition of same-sex marriage, including in Australia, rights have … Continued

Australia-wide Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association (AMYA) Stands Firm Against Calls to Remove School Prayer Rooms

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FOR PRESS CONFERENCE RECORDING & PICTURES CLICK HERE Perth, Australia – May 12, 2024 – At yesterday’s press conference held by the National President of Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association (AMYA), Mr. Adnan Qadir, speaking from Perth’s Nasir Mosque reiterated the organisation’s stance against calls to remove prayer rooms from schools across the country. Mr. Qadir … Continued

Australia-wide Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association (AMYA) Stands Firm Against Calls to Remove School Prayer Rooms

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FOR PRESS CONFERENCE RECORDING & PICTURES CLICK HERE Perth, Australia – May 15, 2024 – At today’s press conference held by the National President of Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association (AMYA), Mr. Adnan Qadir, speaking from Perth’s Nasir Mosque reiterated the organisation’s stance against calls to remove prayer rooms from schools across the country. Mr. Qadir … Continued

PRESS CONFERENCE ALERT: National President of leading muslim youth group arrives in Perth to accelerate outreach and educational efforts post-Perth knife attack last weekend

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Media Opportunity: Press conference with National President at 1:30 pm on Saturday 11/05/2024 from Nasir Mosque (Bibra lake), live/recorded interview with local youth leaders and members. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Perth, [11/05/2024] – The National Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association (AMYA) President, Mr. Adnan Qadir, has arrived in Perth from Sydney:1. To lead youth conference engaging with … Continued