The seeds of future job prospects have been planted as part of a new refugee work experience program running in Maribyrnong.
The Braybrook Refugee Employment Program helped six men from the
Chin state of Burma learn valuable skills through hands-on work with
Maribyrnong council’s parks and gardens team and at Maidstone Community
Centre over eight weeks.
The pilot migrant program has been funded by the Department of
Education, Employment and Workplace Relations and delivered in
partnership with the Brotherhood of St Laurence.
Maribyrnong mayor Catherine Cumming said the project was unique in
providing social and employment pathways for newly arrived community
members.
“For council, it has been a great opportunity to learn about Chin culture and work with new members of our local community.”
The six participants carried out a variety of works in parks and
gardens, including maintenance works, painting and garden upgrades at
Maidstone Community Centre.
They were recognised at a graduation ceremony at the centre last Wednesday.
