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At the Opening Reception for the 2025 Welcoming Australia Symposium in Western Sydney on Tuesday 6 May, community leaders from across Australia were awarded for their exceptional contribution to building a welcoming Australia where everyone can belong, contribute and thrive. 2025 is the fourth year of the Welcoming Cities Awards for Change, attracting another stellar … Continued
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This May, the Australian National Maritime Museum will add 690 new names from 61 different countries to the National Monument to Migration, also known as the Welcome Wall, in an unveiling ceremony on May 10. The Australian National Maritime Museum is home to the National Monument to Migration and its digital hub, Faces of Migration, … Continued
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Refugee students have this week received vital funds to pursue their education, under a scholarships program that nurtures the aspirations of young people who want to give back and contribute to Australian society.  Allianz Australia and not-for-profit SSI have awarded 34 deserving refugee students with SSI Allianz Refugee Scholarships, which supports refugees and people seeking … Continued
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Settlement Services International (SSI) congratulates the Albanese government on their re-election acknowledging the Australian people’s clear choice to back a future grounded in fairness, inclusion, and respect for human rights. The rejection of divisive politics and fearmongering — including proposals to slash the humanitarian intake, reduce foreign aid and demonise migrants and refugees — sends … Continued
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Settlement Services International (SSI) and the Usman Khawaja Foundation (UKF) have joined forces to launch a dynamic new partnership using the power of cricket to support children and young people from refugee and migrant backgrounds. The initiative kicked off on 22 April 2025 at Woodridge North State School in Queensland, where students were treated to … Continued
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Permanent Forum on People of African Descent to hold its 4th Session (14 – 17 April) IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Liverpool resident, Tamirirashe (Tamisha) Matara has been invited to attend the 4th Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent taking place in New York, 14 – 17 April. The Office of the UN High … Continued
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Settlement Services International (SSI) welcomes the Albanese Government’s 2025-26 Federal Budget and continuing measures to address cost of living pressures and promote social cohesion which goes some way to delivering stronger inclusion and integration for multicultural communities. SSI CEO Violet Roumeliotis said, “SSI commends the government’s investment of $178.4 million over five years to support … Continued
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Settlement Services International (SSI) welcomes the Albanese Government’s 2025-26 Federal Budget and continuing measures to address cost of living pressures and promote social cohesion which goes some way to delivering stronger inclusion and integration for multicultural communities. SSI CEO Violet Roumeliotis said, “SSI commends the government’s investment of $178.4 million over five years to support … Continued
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Sydney, Australia – March 2025: Despite over $200 million in government investment since 2019, minority representation in Australian construction leadership remains alarmingly low, according to a new report from EPIC Group. The report, Government Funding in Construction: A Critical Analysis of Impact vs Intent, highlights a major disconnect between funding initiatives and actual outcomes. … Continued
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The Australian National Maritime Museum is proud to present Sunset Nasara. Sunset Nasara is a one-day cultural exchange showcasing and celebrating Australian South Sea Islander traditions through stories, music, performance, art, food, and skill-sharing – it is where traditions come alive. Visitors can participate in hands-on craft workshops, experience the flavours of the Pacific with … Continued
