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Opportunity to host Asylum Seekers

The Community Placement Network (CPN) offers interested people the opportunity to host an eligible asylum seeker in their home for a six-week period.  The program is designed to select and train people who are interested in assisting asylum seekers to support themselves in the Australian community.

The Community Placement Network (CPN) is an initiative of the Australian Homestay Network (AHN), to make short-term homestay accommodation accessible to asylum seekers exiting immigration detention on a bridging visa. 

The Australian Homestay Network (AHN) will provide all approved hosts with information, training, insurance and support services throughout their involvement with the Australian Homestay Network (AHN). Anticipated costs to the host of providing accommodation will be reimbursed through AHN.

The Community Placement Network complements the Australian Red Cross capacity to deliver short-term accommodation support to eligible asylum seekers exiting immigration detention.

There has been much goodwill in the community over a number of years to support asylum seekers.  Members of the public interested to help by becoming a host may wish to visit the Community Placement Network (CPN) website (http://homestaynetwork.org/cpn) to apply and to find out more information

Volunteer Program
We would not be able to achieve the all things we do without the support of our committed volunteers who help with each of our programs. We have an extensive volunteer program with over 150 volunteers currently involved in all aspects of the Network. Volunteers have direct contact with the clients and provide mentor support for the ESL classes, computer clubhouse, and a sewing program for women and individual tutoring.

Volunteers also participate in administration duties, cooking, gardening, fundraising, marketing and the Board of Management.

We also run a 'Community Networkers' volunteer program. All Networkers receive a tailored training program for 7 weeks for 2.5 hours per week and commit to a six-month involvement. . The Networkers bring English programs and other support to people who cannot attend the Network, including many local women who have preschool children and are unable to attend full time classes.

Fundraising Activities
Fundraising is essential to the continued delivery of services and programs at our oragnisation. Are you interested in organising a fundraising activity? How about considering us as a beneficiary for your next fundraising event? More details here

Becoming a Member
If you are interested in become a member of the association download and read the rules of association here.To become a member please download an application form here and email it to admin@fitzroylearningnetwork.org.au

More Volunteer Opportunities to Assist Refugee and Newly Arrived Communities

Literacy Support for Youth
Collingwood English Language School contact Mary Walsh 94197633

Fitzroy Learning Network is on the land of the Wurundjeri People

Volunteer Training and Schedules
Volunteer Information Session for 2012

If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the application form, add a passport or digital photo to your CV and email them to us or bring both documents with you to the next Volunteer Information Session.

New volunteers are required to attend the Volunteer Information Session (1hr) and Orientation and Training (2 ½ hrs) in order to begin volunteering.

We ask for a minimum 12 month commitment from our volunteers, so please consider your availability before applying.

Next Information Session
Tuesday 7 February 2012 @ 6-7 pm Compulsory

Orientation and Training Session
Tuesday 14 February 2012 @ 6:30-9pm Compulsory

Download the application form here

Further induction dates for 2012

Tuesday 17th April 2012 @ 6-7 pm
Orientation and training session: Tuesday 24th April @ 6:30 - 9pm

Tuesday 17th July 2012 @ 6-7pm
Orientation and training session: Tuesday 24th July @ 6:30 - 9pm

Tuesday 9th October 2012 @ 6-7pm
Orientation and training session: Tuesday 16th October @ 6:30 - 9pm

;Please email:

volunteercoord@fitzroylearningnetwork.org.au to confirm your attendance at an evening.

Volunteer Positions

English as a Second Language Class Mentors
In class mentor for student support directed by teacher, one day a week: 9am -12pm.
No training required.
Positions available - TBA

Computer Clubhouse Mentors
Assistance in the afternoons mentoring a group of local kids from 10 -18 years.
One day a week from 3.30 - 6.30pm.
Good computer skills and a desire to work with kids. Positions available – TBA.

Sewing Class Mentors
In class student support, must have sewing skills.
Help ESL students learn to sew. Wed: 1 – 3pm.
Positions available - TBA

Community Networker
One on one English home tutoring and social support, must complete 7 week compulsory training. One day a week for 1 hour.
Positions available - TBA

Adult Study Support
Provide one on one tutoring to young students/adults studying VCE or Tertiary Education. Tutoring in study skills, essay writing and key subjects. Ideally suits those working or studying at university. Saturdays mornings at FLN for 1- 2 hours.
Positions available - TBA

Network Support
One off tasks or projects, admin duties. Assisting the Network on specific days. Positions available - TBA

Archivist
Help us archive our documents. A very important job and you will receive training from our resident archivist before she retires.

Social Events
Catering
Community Lunches
Parties and Excursions
Over 55's Social Group

Skills Bank
If you have a particular skill or Profession you may like to offer consultation, information etc.

Marketing and Fundraising
Become a member of the marketing and fundraising community or committee and provide assistance with organising and planning a variety of projects.

Event Planning
Help us plan and organise events from advocacy to fundraising that run through the year.

Community Garden
FLN have a community garden on the Atherton Gardens estate.  We wish to establish a gardening group as a learning and bonding activity.  We are looking for a volunteer who would motivate, assist and direct the group one day per week from 12 noon.  Please contact Deidre at: volunteercoord@fitzroylearningnetwork.org.au if you are interested.