REFUGEE SUPPORT PROGRAM
FITZROY CLUBHOUSE
This program provides a drop-in and referral service for
refugees and migrants. FLN support staff assist in any
matters, large or small, that require immediate or long
term action. Aside from the services and activities run from
FLN, Fitzroy Learning Network is actively linked with other
providers and organisations in the community. The Network
is closely involved with the work of a number of other
community groups and organisations, including the Connie
Benn Family Resource Centre, City of Yarra, Fitzroy Police,
Neighbourhood Justice Centre, Ecumenical Migration
Centre, Fitzroy Primary School, Asylum Seeker Resource
Centre, Foundation House, Brotherhood of St Laurence,
cohealth formerly North Yarra Community Health, and the
Collingwood English Language School.
The Clubhouse provides a creative and safe after-school
learning environment for young people aged 10 to 18
years from disadvantaged communities, who work with
adult mentors to explore their own ideas, develop skills
and build their confidence through the use of technology.
This program matches volunteer tutors with young
adults who are studying school, vocational or higher
education courses. Tutors provide educational and
other support to those from refugee backgrounds.
VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
All the programs are supported by teams of volunteers
who assist the staff deliver the programs. Our Volunteer
Program is an integral part of the Fitzroy Learning
Network and we would not be able to reach out to
the community to the level that we do without our
volunteers. Currently we have over 60 volunteers of
diverse background and experience, each contributing
in their own way with invaluable support, expertise and
kindness. Foundation House has again shown its support
throughout the year, providing training for our volunteers
on working with refugeesand the refugee experience.
COMPUTER CLASSES
Classes on using computers and the internet
are run several times a week for our community
members who require a little extra assistance.
SEWING CLASSES
These classes provide both access to sewing
equipment for our community members
and practice in English conversation.
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