Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 16th Feb 2024
Seeking a meaningful and direct way to make a difference? Groups of everyday Australians can now support refugee arrivals under the ‘CRISP’ program - the Community Refugee Integration and Settlement Pilot.
Join a global movement, inspired by Canada's impactful initiative, and become a welcoming face in your hometown for refugees. This is your chance to turn compassion into action, helping newcomers feel at home in your community. Be a part of this life-changing experience – both for yourself and for those seeking a new beginning.
Anybody! You don’t need any special skills - just the desire to be an ally to a newcomer. If you've lived in Australia, you've got the know-how and experience to empower newly-arrived refugees to navigate life here.
The program operates all over Australia – it's just as appropriate for rural people who’d like to welcome new arrivals as it is for their city cousins.
No – but it’s a good time to start having some conversations with friends. We've got some tips on finding a group as well as a Facebook page where you can find like-minded individuals and form a group.
We estimate the entire group will need to provide around 10-15 hours support per week between them, with more help needed in the first few weeks and assistance tapering off across the year.
This is a flexible schedule that will be determined by your group, with consideration of the needs of the refugee participants.
NOTE: THIS IS A VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY THAT REQUIRES A 12 MONTH COMMITMENT.
Thanks for your interest!