Young Christian Workers Perth

14/09/2023

Now you know: Referendum edition pt.2

This episode goes through how to enroll, check your enrollment and how to update your details. Stay tuned for the next one of how to vote in the referendum!

For more information check the Australian Electoral Commission website!

30/08/2023

In the words of Indigenous Leader Thomas Mayo, “The Uluru Statement - the invitation to accept our Voice - is written to the Australian People.” The time is now, we as a Nation have the opportunity to come together and accept the invitation given to us by our First Nations People. Let’s take this opportunity to move forward as one, to take the first step towards a better and more mature Australia. Vote Yes.

18/06/2023

The YCW offers our sympathies, mourns for the loss and stands in solidarity with the family and friends of Harmiora Sharland, a teenage worker who lost his life in Perth on the 15th of June. The 16 year old passed away after being critically injured at TLC Surface Treatment’s warehouse in Welshpool, Perth.

According to the data given by Safework Australia, this year alone 57 lives have been lost in workplaces and the data from 2021 shows that 16 lives aged 25 and under were lost. It has been outlined in the article from WA Today that this tragedy is the latest in the series of workplace fatalities in Perth. There needs to be a stronger push to protect our workers.

The YCW stands in solidarity and continues to fight for justice for young workers everywhere to have their human rights and dignity protected, respected and upheld.

For more information, see :

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/western-australia/teen-dies-after-welshpool-workplace-incident-20230615-p5dgwb.html

https://www.news.com.au/national/western-australia/teenager-who-died-in-welshpool-industrial-accident-named-as-hamiora-sharland/news-story/f1ae039d591a04322f52d65fb59748fa

https://data.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/interactive-data/work-related-fatalities

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19/05/2023

Some incredible work by some incredible people, organised by our YEO Matthew.

‘I’ve been setting up a group that engages in charity work each week. Friends such as Christian, Martin, and Paul are some people that I’ve been able to get to help out weekly on a Saturday night. The place we usually help out at is St. Albans soup kitchen in Highgate’.

23/03/2023

Hi! My name is Riley and I am an international student from Singapore. I arrived in Perth to complete the last part of my Graphic Design degree in 2022.
I applied to complete my studies internationally at multiple universities across England and Australia and was accepted into Curtin.

There is definitely a cultural shift when it comes to transport in Perth. The transport system is set up well, however, it is not as accessible when relying solely on public transport. You need to have a car to travel around Perth, and you are at a huge disadvantage if you don’t have one.

Perth also has a different ‘after 5’ culture compared to Singapore, everything closes by 5. It was a culture shock, as in Singapore everything is open very late. Between not having a car and Perths ‘after 5’ culture as a student I found it incredibly difficult to get things completed after school or work. Simple tasks like going to the post office are a struggle if you are busy from 8-5 every day.

Arriving in Perth as an international student, you don’t have the same network domestic students have. You’re not sure where to get assistance or help from. You have no one that can give you a guarantee or support when looking for accommodation etc. Having to find people external to your network instead of family or friends. With a lack of university-provided accommodation, I had to source external accommodation from the university, which took longer and was a lot more expensive.

Perth is currently in a rental crisis, and as an international student, it is daunting to find accommodation in such a short span. As each semester goes by, managing all expenses, and juggling it all. It takes a bigger toll on you than you would realise. Any new experience has its advantages and disadvantages, and this is just one of the major disadvantages.

The advantages of this experience have been the support my university has given, both academic and mental health support. Constant email updates, vouchers, and useful information when I was looking to travel to Perth and when I arrived. And easily transferring degrees over before I arrived. Although the wait times for emails and receiving help from the university can take a while.

I am lucky that my work is flexible and with good pay. But I don’t know the laws in Australia when it comes to my worker's rights, I am not sure about breaks and working hours. If I was working more I would try to be more aware.

The best thing in Perth is experiencing a new lifestyle and culture. The learning is different here, the kind of people are different, and the way things are done here are different. I like the diverse and broad culture to mingle in. It is very similar to Singapore and is a familiar identity. It is nice to be able to mingle and blend well in a foreign country.

For international students coming to Australia to study my tips would be to have a breakdown and know how much it will really cost you living here day to day. Especially the pre verse post pandemic costs.

What has been your or your friends’ experience of being an international student in Australia? Share with us today like CJ by contacting our socials or [email protected]

If you are looking to study and move to Australia, check out Expatistan for a comprehensive look at living costs: https://www.expatistan.com/cost-of-living/country/australia

21/03/2023

Harmony Day celebrates inclusivity, respect and belonging for all Australians. Embracing our cultures and diversity.

Despite this Australia still has a long way to go when it comes to combating against racism and xenophobia. It is important that Harmony Day allows us to showcase and celebrate our country and its multiculturalism, while being a reminder of the systematic discrimination so many Australians still have to endure on a daily basis because of their culture.

Part of our work at YCW Perth is helping those who have endured or are enduring these challenges through tutoring, volunteer work, soup kitchen volunteering, information awareness, an inquiry and higher education awareness.

Let this be a day we celebrate as a country while striving to do better for every Australian.

There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. - Galatians 3:28

20/03/2023

As renting is moving from being a step to homeownership into long-term housing, new legislation for WA's tenancy laws is being proposed to better protect renters and their rights.

As the ABC article covers, the proposed legislation would ensure landlords could not terminate a lease without grounds to do so. Currently, in WA a landlord can terminate a lease without grounds with only 30 days' notice.

The proposed legislation would also remove the need for a landlord's consent for house modifications in some specific circumstances, such as for those who have disabilities and need certain modifications in the house, which currently require a landlord's permission.

Pets would automatically be allowed in rentals under the proposed legislation unless a landlord could otherwise show it would be ‘unreasonable’ to allow them.

What do you think about this proposed legislation? We want to hear your opinion!

As long-awaited reforms edge closer to reality, we examine some of the key issues and what changes may mean for renters and landlords.

17/03/2023

St. Patrick is the Patron Saint of Ireland.
Born Maewyn Succat, in the second half of the 4th Century in Britain. Despite his father's involvement in the Church as a Deacon, St. Patrick was not a believer growing up.

It was only after being kidnapped, sold into slavery in Ireland and escaping back to Britain did St. Patrick become a believer. Having a dream from God about the Irish calling him back to teach Christianity.

24/02/2023

On World Justice Day we asked what ‘Justice’ means to you.
We have compiled the words people said meant ‘Justice to them.

“To me, social justice comprises of unity and harmonious bonds as a collective. It means a sense of belonging and vibrance in the world through virtues attitudes and behaviour.
It is humility to promote the common good and human flourishing as well as inclusivity to create a ripple impact of dignity within the world. It is following in Jesus' footsteps to lead to our greatest
potential as humans.”
- Lara

22/02/2023

Gracious God,

today begins a period of inner reflection and examination.
The days stretch before me and invite me inward to that silent, holy space that holds your Spirit.
This special time beckons me to see my life through Christ's eyes and the truth and reality of your love incarnate.
Give me the grace to enter the space of these days with anticipation of our meeting. And, when I open my soul to your presence, let your loving kindness flow over me and seep into the pockets of my heart.

I ask this for the sake of your love.