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Congratulations to Dr Melika Sheikh-Eldin, our Manager of International and Community Development, on being inducted int...
25/09/2026

Congratulations to Dr Melika Sheikh-Eldin, our Manager of International and Community Development, on being inducted into the Victorian Honour Roll of Women.

Dr. Melika has worked at AMES Australia for 24 years mostly on settlement, community development and capacity building programs as well as community advocacy.

This well-deserved recognition celebrates Melika’s outstanding leadership and commitment to creating opportunities for multicultural communities.

At the Victorian Honour Roll of Women ceremony, it was recognised that Dr Melika Sheikh-Eldin has transformed her lived experience as a refugee into world-leading approaches to community integration and social cohesion.

Congratulations, Melika. We are incredibly proud of you. 💙

Learn more: https://www.vic.gov.au/dr-melika-yassin-sheikh-eldin

24/09/2026

Were you supported by AMES Australia when you first arrived in Australia?

As part of our 75th anniversary celebrations, we're searching for former clients who came to Australia in the 1950s, 60s, 70s, 80s and early 90s and received support from AMES.

Your story is part of our shared history, and we'd love the opportunity to hear about your journey.

If you know someone who was an AMES client during these years, please help us get in touch.

📧 Email [email protected]

Every connection helps us celebrate 75 years of welcoming new Australians. Please share this post and help spread the word.

This November, Victorians will vote to elect the next Victorian Parliament.Each election is your chance to have your say...
23/09/2026

This November, Victorians will vote to elect the next Victorian Parliament.

Each election is your chance to have your say about who represents you on the issues you care about. Your voice is important, and every vote counts.

The The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) provides election information in 29 languages, including Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Mandarin, Vietnamese and many more.

To learn more visit https://www.vec.vic.gov.au/information-in-your-language

The Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) provides free English classes to eligible migrants and refugees, supporting the...
22/09/2026

The Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) provides free English classes to eligible migrants and refugees, supporting their language development and helping them settle into life in Australia.

Participants can learn English at no cost, and free childcare is available for children who are not yet in school.

AMES Australia is an AMEP provider in Regional Victoria. You can learn more here: https://www.ames.net.au/students/about-adult-migrant-english-program

The Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) is funded by the Australian Government Department Home Affairs. This course is free to eligible students. AMES Australia is a Registered Training Organisation 0590.

Victoria’s multicultural groups and communities have welcomed the creation of Multicultural and Multifaith Victoria, whi...
18/09/2026

Victoria’s multicultural groups and communities have welcomed the creation of Multicultural and Multifaith Victoria, which is a new agency aimed at giving diverse communities a stronger voice in government.

The government says the new agency will ensure diverse communities have an independent voice in government to influence policies and programs.

Multicultural and Multifaith Victoria will support and advise government departments and agencies including health and emergency services and it will commence operations on 1 October 2026.

Read more: https://amesnews.com.au/latest-articles/new-multicultural-agency-welcomed-by-communities/

Today, on Australian Citizenship Day, we celebrate a record number of new citizens proudly calling Australia home.The mi...
17/09/2026

Today, on Australian Citizenship Day, we celebrate a record number of new citizens proudly calling Australia home.

The milestone comes as the data shows more than 6.2 million people have become Australian citizens since citizenship was introduced in 1949.

This year’s record number of new citizens is a reminder of Australia’s diversity. Across the country, people from all walks of life are choosing to make Australia their permanent home, enriching our society through their skills, experiences, cultures and contributions.

Two of the new citizens, Khojista Hosaini and Yaser Joyan, who both received their citizenship certificates at civic ceremonies, say citizenship is an important a step in their life journeys.

Read more here: https://amesnews.com.au/latest-articles/australia-sees-a-record-number-of-new-citizens/

From Refugee Journey to Building a LegacyAt our third Stories of Us session, we welcomed Tammy Nguyen, CEO and head of M...
17/09/2026

From Refugee Journey to Building a Legacy

At our third Stories of Us session, we welcomed Tammy Nguyen, CEO and head of Museum Operations at the Vietnamese Museum Australia.

In conversation with AMES Chief of Strategy, Innovation and Partnership, Praveen Reddy, Tammy shared her family's journey from Vietnam to Australia and reflected on growing up between cultures. Praveen also acknowledged Tammy's recognition by her peers as one of the Williamson Community Leadership Program's valedictorians in 2025 - a program run by Leadership Victoria.

As a child, Tammy wanted to fit in, choosing Vegemite sandwiches over fried rice and preferring to be seen as Australian. As an adult, she has come to embrace both her Vietnamese and Australian identities, recognising the strength that comes from her lived experience.

Tammy also spoke about the impact of refugee experiences across generations and the vision behind the Vietnamese Museum Australia, which will preserve refugee stories and celebrate 50 years of Vietnamese Australian contributions.

One message stood out: curiosity is more important than having all the answers.

Ahead of the museum's opening on 17 October, Tammy hopes it will be a place that honours Vietnamese Australian stories while inspiring multicultural communities across Australia.

Thank you, Tammy, for sharing your story and for reminding us that cultural diversity is one of Australia's greatest strengths.

Need help finding the right support? We're here to help.The AMES Australia Hub Open Door Pilot in Werribee connects peop...
16/09/2026

Need help finding the right support? We're here to help.

The AMES Australia Hub Open Door Pilot in Werribee connects people with employment, education, health, community and other essential services, all in one welcoming and accessible space.

No matter where you're from or what support you need, our team and multilingual volunteers can help point you in the right direction.

📍 Level 1, 9 Bridge St, Werribee VIC 3030

🔗 Learn more: https://www.ames.net.au/access-our-services/community/hub-open-door

What kind of mental health future are we creating?Beyond Blue has recently released 'The Future We Choose', a new strate...
15/09/2026

What kind of mental health future are we creating?

Beyond Blue has recently released 'The Future We Choose', a new strategic foresight report developed with CSIRO exploring how Australia's mental health landscape could evolve over the next decade.

The report makes a simple but powerful point: the future is not fixed. The choices we make today around prevention, community connection, trusted technology and access to support will help shape our future mental health and wellbeing.

Read the report: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/about/research-projects

Our team attended the COOEE Festival on Saturday, to promote the specialist employment services we provide to First Nati...
14/09/2026

Our team attended the COOEE Festival on Saturday, to promote the specialist employment services we provide to First Nations peoples across Greater Western Sydney, while also highlighting the rewarding career opportunities available within AMES Australia.

The festival is recognised as the largest annual First Nations event in Greater Western Sydney, celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, music, community, and connection.

Thank you to the COOEE Festival for giving us the opportunity to contribute and shout out to the team for the connections they made on the day!

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