Speak out against racism and mobilise against discrimination and injustice during Harmony Week
21 March 2023
Section: News
Today, 21 March, is the start of what the Australian Government calls “Harmony Week”. This designated week is scheduled for…
Education is paramount to eradicating racism
17 March 2023
Section: Columns
Multicultural Matters: Education Quarterly, Issue 5 2023 Racism is “a very real human rights issue in contemporary Australia”, according to…
Educate for anti-racism, equity and inclusion
22 March 2022
Section: News
Harmony Week (21–27 March) is an opportunity for schools to honour cultural diversity, with a focus on inclusiveness, respect and…
Languages in schools
16 December 2021
Section: Columns
Language is the primary tool we use for communication. It is what sets us apart from all other living things.…
Evaluation shows EAL/D teachers improve learning outcomes
28 October 2021
Section: Columns
Intensive English Centre and Central Sydney Intensive English High School staffing entitlements for permanent staff will be maintained during 2022 and 2023.
Civilians in Afghanistan need our support
24 August 2021
Section: News
As the world continues to watch the distressing images from Afghanistan, we feel a mix of horror, distress and even anger, as we try to comprehend the extent of the crisis and the emerging ramifications of the Taliban seizing control of the country.
Tips for teaching students with a refugee background
24 June 2021
Section: Member’s Voice
So many refugee children have missed out on the opportunity to play and be kids, so allowing time for developmental play or structured play helps to teach social skills, problem solving, responsive talk, conflict resolution and role play for debriefs.
From terror to teaching
23 June 2021
Section: News
“I vividly remember community alarms sounding, which meant find cover and protect yourself as missiles were on the way,” said Federation member Ferah Tobiya, who came to Australia as a refugee when she was a child.
Unity — the way forward
18 June 2021
Section: News
Regardless of our differences, we all share a common humanity. To remind everyone of this, schools and TAFE campuses are encouraged to host events during Refugee Week (20–26 June) that promote harmony and togetherness.
Inquiry underlines systemic neglect
1 April 2021
Section: Columns
The report of the independent inquiry into Valuing the Teaching Profession rightly identified schools populated by high numbers of English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D) students as being further affected by disadvantage.
Join us to rally for refugees
24 March 2021
Section: News
As a social justice union, Federation rejects racism, xenophobia and intolerance and aims to demonstrate these values with a strong presence at this weekend’s Palm Sunday Peace Rally for Refugees.
Harmony Week 2021
14 March 2021
Section: News
Harmony Week celebrates multiculturalism and diversity in Australia – a time to share our cultural heritage, practices, beliefs, identities and languages.
Intensive English Centres forum
2 December 2020
Section: Columns
Future action for fortifying the longterm outlook for intensive English centres (IECs) was considered by more than 120 members during an in-person/ Zoom forum on 5 November.
Teachers add value as agents of social inclusion and cohesion
2 December 2020
Section: News
Every day, schools, principals and teachers play a critical and invaluable role in their communities by contributing to society’s social-inclusion outcomes.
EAL/D support is falling short
25 November 2020
Section: News
English Language Provision is an important component of school planning and the allocation of specialist EAL/D teachers should be a priority if schools are to support the educational needs of their EAL/D students.
High levels of responsibility and accountability not matched with support
27 October 2020
Section: News
Schools have buckets of money instead of teachers to meet needs under the Local Schools, Local Decisions model, Federation Senior Vice President Amber Flohm told the work value inquiry on 26 October.
Help ensure children get the support they need
9 September 2020
Section: News
Support the call to ensure children and families seeking asylum have access to a social safety net during the COVID-19 pandemic this week — National Child Protection Week — by participating in the refugee rights movement’s No Child Left Behind’s National Week of Solidarity events.
Win as IECs to be put in hibernation
6 September 2020
Section: News
With the closure of the world’s borders and a halt to Australia’s immigration and humanitarian intake programs, intensive English centres (IECs) face uncertainty over enrolment numbers and the resulting reduction in specialist staffing.
Program helps schools SOAR above racism
27 August 2020
Section: News
The results of a pilot program to mitigate racism in schools found it gave students the confidence and knowledge to intervene to address racist behaviour.
Effects of pandemic hit refugee students most
25 August 2020
Section: Columns
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected almost every country around the world.
Young People from Refugee and Migrant Backgrounds with Disabilities
20 August 2020
Section: Columns
What are the main issues and concerns raised by young CALD people living with a disability?