Community Foundation Skills Program provides a friendly learning environment to local people. The program can be offered at various sites in Queensland. Some of these are Logan, Capalaba, Hillcrest, Oxley and Toowoomba.
The program can make people learn and practice useful skills in their future life. Those who attend the event can build their practical skills and confidence. They are also able to connect with others and further develop their sense of community.
The program is 100% free. They will also have lunches included in a session.
Multicultural Mailer and Queensland Training & Employment Services (QTES) are connected with the program. The Queensland Government is truly proud to be funding this Skilling Queenslanders for Work project.
Community Foundation Skills Program Locations
The Community Foundation Skills Program has five geographical (geographic) regions in Queensland.
Individuals can select a space that suits them best. Each session provides opportunities for participants to come together and learn in a local setting and to join.
The following locations include:
Logan
Hillcrest
Capalaba
Oxley
Toowoomba
Most sessions run from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
This date for Toowoomba is yet to be set. Venue details will be provided at registration.
This provides local people with some alternatives. They can select a session they would like to register for that is near them and get on the list.
Session Dates and Venues
Logan
The Logan session will be held at:
Australian Centre for Unity 16 Queens Road Slacks Creek QLD 4127
Date: Friday, 11 September Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Limited transportation is available for the Logan session.
Lunch will also be provided for event participants.
Hillcrest
The Hillcrest session will be held at:
Multicultural Mailer Hub 4 Ponderosa Street Hillcrest QLD 4118
Date: Tuesday, 15 September Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Limited transportation is also available for Hillcrest.
Participants will receive lunch during the session.
Capalaba
The Capalaba session will be held at:
Capalaba Library 14 Noleen Street Capalaba QLD 4157
Date: Tuesday, 16 September Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
This gives people in Capalaba a local place to join the program.
Oxley
The Oxley session will be held at:
Oxley Senior Citizens Club 86 Oxley Station Road Oxley QLD 4075
Date: Thursday, 10 September Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
People interested in the Oxley session can use these details to plan their visit.
Toowoomba
The program also includes a session at Toowoomba.
Details for the venue provided at registration.
It is not yet known when the date of the event will be.
Those keen to hear about the Toowoomba session can make an expression of interest. They can then get further information if/when it becomes available.
What Can Event Participants Learn?
The Program emphasizes 4 priority areas.
These are:
Practical skills
Building confidence
Community connection
Future opportunities
The program affords a lab setting in which participants in the events can learn in a supportive setting.
Learners can gain confidence for future steps through the use of practical skills. This program also provides participants with confidence building opportunities.
The program is also closely connected to its community. Individuals can meet people in a wholesome community environment.
The program also takes a future perspective. Provides an opportunity for participants to build skills which can be applied to next steps.
The educational atmosphere feels uncluttered and friendly. Participants can learn at their own speed.
There are two major objectives: to develop skills and build confidence in people. It also makes it easier for people to remain in touch with the community in which they live.
A Fully Funded Program
The Community Foundation Skills Program is a fully funded program.
That will make the program more accessible to local people.
Lunch will be served during the sessions. Logan and Hillcrest also have limited transportation.
These supports can help with participants’ attendance.
The basic message of the program is:
Local Learning, Stronger Communities.
This message reflects the purpose of the program. Local learning can help people build new skills. It can also help bring communities together.
The program is part of the Skilling Queenslanders for Work project. The Queensland Government proudly supports the program.
Why Join a Local Session?
A local session can make learning easier to access.
Not everyone is looking to travel a long distance to join a program. Different locations give participants more options.
These sessions take place at Logan, Hillcrest, Capalaba and Oxley as well as Toowoomba.
The location that participants choose to attend is up to them.
The sessions also provide an opportunity for people to learn in an inviting space. They will gain some beneficial skills, and have the opportunity to get to know other people in the community.
It’s not only about the new skills. It also emphasizes confidence and opportunities for the future.
This can be beneficial for those seeking to make a positive step.
Register Your Interest
If you think the Community Foundation Skills Program is suitable for you,
please tick the box below and we’ll discuss your idea with you about how it would work.
Select the option that you can make the easiest out of.
Also individuals wishing to take part in Toowoomba can register now. Program dates/venues will be provided upon confirmation.
Please contact:
Phone: 0424 150 710
Phone: 0480 674 472
Phone: (07) 3180 5927
Email: info@multiculturalmailer.org.au
The program offers an opportunity to the local population to develop skills and confidence. It also offers opportunities for joining with individuals in their own community.
How much near the participant to come to complete this session is not important, there are several Queensland locations available.
Express your enthusiasm and make the next step to getting hands-on experience, better confidence and future prospects.