Geoff Lee med rel – Boosting jobs for migrant and refugee women   BOOSTING JOBS FOR MIGRANT AND REFUGEE WOMEN The NSW Government has made a further investment this financial year to help migrant and refugee mothers learn English, build social networks, secure employment and understand the NSW education system through the National Community Hubs Program. Community Hubs have been activated in 25 schools across NSW to help engage and support migrant and refugee mothers of young children. Minister for Multiculturalism Geoff Lee said the Hubs provide invaluable support to help break down barriers, reduce social isolation and foster community harmony. “The Community Hubs offer essential training including English classes and job readiness, while helping to build social networks through local school communities,” Mr Lee said. The NSW Government has contributed $900,000 to the National Community Hubs Program over the last five years, including an investment of $230,000 this financial ...

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FUNDING APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR GRASSROOTS SPORT Local sports clubs and associations across the state are set to receive a $4.65 million funding boost to assist with ongoing participation in sport and active recreation in NSW. Acting Minister for Sport Geoff Lee said the Local Sport Grant Program is crucial in supporting the NSW Government’s commitment to enhance the quality of life of the people of NSW. “We know that sport is the lifeblood in some local communities and their volunteers work hard to provide opportunities for their residents to get active and experience some normality during this pandemic,” said Mr Lee.   ...

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Geoff Lee – Minister for Skills and Tertiary Education – Funding for vulnerable temporary visa holders Emergency grant funding is now available to support vulnerable temporary visa holders and specialist migrant and settlement services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Acting Minister for Multiculturalism Geoff Lee today announced $4 million in support funding is now available for those in need. “Vulnerable temporary visa holders are increasingly at risk of hardship since the onset of the pandemic,” Mr Lee said.   ...

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