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15 Feb 2024... Information about fatherhood for migrant and refugee fathers. Teaching your child about your own culture, language, and religion is essential to sharing the world with your child. Discuss this with your partner from the beginning, especially if you come from a different cultural background than   your partner.   Demonstrate the importance of diversity to your child by learn ing about different cultures, religions and languages. To feel accepted and be a genuine member of a diverse society, each member must be able to accept others from all religions, ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Learning these values will make your child feel confident about their identity and being a true part of multicultural Australia.  

15 Feb 2024... Information about fatherhood for migrant and refugee men.  ‘Men's Mental Health’ has been developed with men from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Men with a variety of migration and life experiences can use these resources to find information and reflect on their mental health, their relationships, and their life goals.  This page discusses the importance of mental well-being for men, emphasising that mental health affects thoughts, actions, and relationships. 

31 Jul 2021... This consumer guide developed by the Australian Department of Home Affairs tells you what a registered migration agent does. It also outlines the rules they must follow when they are helping you. It includes standards and rules a registered migration agent must follow, such as: how they give you immigration assistance the services they provide the fees they charge The guide also tells you how you can complain if you are not happy with a registered migration agent.

28 Feb 2024... To help culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities overcome challenges and barriers to learning about, accessing, and using the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) developed a Cultural and Linguistic Diversity Strategy 2024-2028 (the Strategy) and Action Plan. The Strategy aims to: increase access to and participation in the NDIS for CALD communities increase the utilisation of NDIS plans for CALD participants improve the experience with the NDIS for CALD communities and participants. The CALD Strategy and Action Plan documents are available in 16 community languages, Auslan, and Easy Read, as well as PDF and Word formats.

08 Feb 2024... This brochure published by Queensland Government has information on signs to look out for to know if one is struggling with their mental health, how your general practitioner (GP) can help with a mental health care plan, and where to get more mental health support in Queensland.

24 Oct 2023... This video resource gives advice on how to complete and lodge a tax return, and where to go for help. It's especially helpful for people who are new to working in Australia.

This fact sheet explains that all workers in Victoria are covered by Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Laws. It encourages workers to speak up when they feel unsafe, ensure they receive the training they need, make sure that they only work reasonable hours, and that their boss provides them with the right tools, clothing and equipment. It informs workers that if they have been injured at work, they might be eligible for compensation through Workcover.

This information sheet explains what to do if you think you are being exploited at work. It advises contact with the Migrant Workers Centre and/or the Fair Work Ombudsman. It gives an exploitation checklist to determine if you are being exploited, as well as a checklist to help prepare a report against your workplace.

This information sheet outlines some important things to be aware of when looking for a job. These include making a TFN number, creating a resume, familiarising yourself with your visa work conditions, being observant of your workplace conditions, and knowing your award.

This bilingual poster includes illustrations of common workplace hazards, as well as questions to ask yourself before beginning a task that will help you prioritise your safety.