Free Migrant Support Workshops
Helping newcomers feel confident, connected, and empowered in South Australia
All workshops are FREE
Quarterly Drop-In Sessions — Simple info sessions helping newcomers feel confident navigating Australian life
Understanding Australian Systems
- Medicare, Centrelink, public transport, libraries
- Q&A with volunteers who’ve been through it
Life Skills 101
- Grocery shopping tips (budget-friendly stores, food labels)
- Kids’ lunchboxes and healthy cooking on a budget
Avoiding Scams & Staying Safe Online
- Common migrant-targeted scams and how to protect yourself
✓ Free • ✓ Volunteer-led • ✓ Small groups (10–15 participants)
Helping migrants build friendships and emotional resilience
Coffee & Conversation Circles
- Casual English practice and social chats
- Hosted in a library or community hall corner
Cultural Exchange Nights
- Bring and share a snack from your home country
- Storytelling and ice-breaker games
Mental Wellbeing for Newcomers
- Volunteer-led discussion of coping with homesickness and culture shock
✓ Free • ✓ Volunteer-led • ✓ Small groups (10–15 participants)
Encouraging small steps into study, work, and volunteering
How to Volunteer in Australia
- Where to start, what skills you gain, and how it leads to jobs
Intro to Starting a Small Business
- Basics of ABN registration, GST, and finding support programs
- For migrant women: Home-Based Microbusiness Tips
Job-Ready Basics
- Writing your first Australian-style resume
- How to look for entry-level jobs
✓ Free • ✓ Volunteer-led • ✓ Small groups (10–15 participants)
Who Can Attend?
Priority given to CALD migrants and refugees.
All workshops are designed for newcomers to Australia who are:
- Recent arrivals navigating settlement
- From culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
- Seeking practical support and community connection
Disclaimer
Workshops are designed as friendly introductions, not professional advice. For complex needs, we refer participants to appropriate services.