Navigating Youth Settlement in Australia: Your Insight Can Make a Difference!
The recent report by the Multicultural Youth Advocacy Network (MYAN) on "Navigating Youth Settlement in Australia: Challenges and Opportunities" offers a comprehensive look at the hurdles and possibilities for young migrants and refugees integrating into Australian society. This report, deriving from national consultations with over 100 young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds, highlights significant themes in education, employment, health, social connectedness, and navigating systems in Australia.
"I felt welcomed and supported" - a sentiment that we aim to echo across all services.
"There’s nothing for young people. No entertainment, no employment, no good education. Young people want to go to the city." - This quote captures the urgent need for tailored local opportunities.
"I feel the burden of a broken system." - A powerful reminder of the challenges young migrants face, calling for systemic change.
Read. more from this insightful document to learn how we can work together and address the needs of young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds, together.
