Background In May 2022, South East Community Links (SECL) consulted with 40 members of the local Afghan community to identify practical skills that could serve as a pathway to employment. Through these discussions, sewing emerged as a shared interest among the group. Subsequently, efforts were made to harness this interest as a means to foster…
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Mar
Background In 2023, SECL conducted a community consultation involving more than 70 diverse men and boys to explore their unique perspectives on identity, values, gender roles, and violence against women. The findings were compiled in a report, which emphasised the need for trust-building approaches, positive role models, and engaging recreational activities to prevent violence against…
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Feb
Here’s some fantastic news from the South East Community Links. Our giant poster displaying the Public Transport Pilot project was an absolute hit at the National Settlement Conference 2023! This initiative, supported by the Victorian Government, was our contribution to understanding and overcoming the challenges multicultural communities face when it comes to public transport. We…
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Dec
Overview Shabnam, a resilient Iranian refugee and mother of two, faced the challenges of caring for her unemployed, health-compromised husband while aspiring to transform her life. In 2020, she sought settlement support from SECL. Amidst family and financial complexities, Shabnam aimed to pursue her dream of becoming a professional hairdresser. Client situation In response…
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Overview In 2016, Soussan fled Afghanistan with her five children following her husband’s disappearance, seeking refuge in Pakistan. They arrived in Australia on a Humanitarian Visa in 2019. Soussan, grappling with deep trauma and grief, was visibly depressed and withdrawn. Hindered by illiteracy and language barriers, she relied entirely on her eldest son for social…
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Overview South East Community Links (SECL) provides value support to refugees and vulnerable migrants from Afghanistan. Here is an overview of our work over the past two years. We support community members to build independent and meaningful livelihoods that make positive contributions to our local communities.Our capacity building work provides practical support, advocacy, service linkage…
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We proudly present an exciting lineup of activities for the school holidays! With the incredible support of our partners, we’re thrilled to bring you a program that promises non-stop fun and unforgettable memories! SECL Open Day Time: 11am – 3pm Date: Tuesday 27th June Where: Ross Reserve, Noble Park What: Art workshop featuring Noble Park…
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Overview Sarah* was 13 weeks pregnant when she sought help from South East Community Links (SECL) after enduring years of ongoing family violence. Sarah was referred by a family violence organisation and required emergency relief, housing, and support. She faced financial hardship, unstable housing, and the daunting task of navigating her pregnancy alone, lacking a…
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Overview Matija* had migrated from Serbia to Australia, with his wife and two children. He was 50 years old, when he was referred to South East Community Links for emergency relief. Our intake assessment revealed that there had been family violence issues in the home. *not his real name or photo Client situation Matija…
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Overview Aaisha* arrived in Australia from Afghanistan in 2007. She attended South East Community Links (SECL) for emergency relief assistance. SECL’s practitioner became aware of a family violence situation during her intake assessment. *not her real name or photo Client situation During the past four years, Aaisha endured a harrowing cycle of family violence,…