What's On
Find out about interactive workshops and information sessions at the ASRC about seeking asylum in Australia and how to protect your rights and wellbeing.
Click the buttons below to express your interest in attending any of the upcoming events.
Join us for a special Masterclass on leadership skills with the ASRC’s Founder and CEO, Kon Karapanagiotidis!
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When: Thursday 23 October
Hour: 6.00 pm -8.00 pm AEST
This Masterclass is designed to give you practical advice for public speaking, and plenty of opportunity to practice and get feedback. Come prepared with a draft 2-3 minute speech to work on!
Date: Saturday 18 October
Hour: 10.00am- 3.00pm
Location: Multicultural Australia, Woolloongabba (28 Dibley St, Woolloongabba, 4102)
This Masterclass is designed to give you practical advice for public speaking, and plenty of opportunity to practice and get feedback. Come prepared with a draft 2-3 minute speech to work on!
Date: Saturday 11 October
Hour: 10.00am- 3.00pm
Location: 1st/44-50 Auburn Rd, Auburn, NSW, 2144
Games and Activities
All people seeking asylum are welcome to join us for games, activities, and art. Come find us in the centre and stay for as long or as little as you like.
When: Every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays (Footscray) and Thursdays (Dandenong)
Hour: 10am – 2.30pm
Location: ASRC Footscray
How to access: Come to the centre and check in with reception.
Sewing
Women who are ASRC members/clients are welcome to join the Friday Sewing group where we make Foodbank Grocery Bags.
When: Every Friday
Hour: 10am – 2.30pm
Location: Women’s Room, ASRC Footscray
How to access: Come to the centre and check in with reception.
SRSS - Life Without Barriers
Every Tuesday and Friday, a representative from Life Without Barriers attends the ASRC to support people who would like to learn more about the Status Resolution Support Services (SRSS) program or get help with applications.
When: Every Tuesday and Friday
Hour: 10am – 2.00pm
Location: ASRC Footscray
How to access: Come to the centre and check in with reception.
SRSS - Settlement Services International
Every Thursday, a representative from Settlement Services International (SSI) attends the ASRC to support people who would like to learn more about the Status Resolution Support Services (SRSS) program or get help with applications.
When: Every Thursday
Hour: 10am – 3.00pm
Location: ASRC Footscray
How to access: Come to the centre and check in with reception.
Energy and Water Ombudsman of Victoria
All people seeking asylum are welcome to attend and receive information about their bills directly from a representative of the Energy and Water Ombudsman Victoria (EWOV).
When: 4th Thursday of every month
Hour: 10am – 2.00pm
Location: ASRC Footscray
How to access: Come to the centre and check in with reception.
Games and Activities
All people seeking asylum are welcome to join us for games, activities, and art. Come find us in the centre and stay for as long or as little as you like.
When: Every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays (Footscray) and Thursdays (Dandenong)
Hour: 10am – 2.30pm
Location: ASRC Footscray
How to access: Come to the centre and check in with reception.
Children health (AV)
When: Thursday 17 July 2025
Hour: 11am – 12pm
Location: ASRC Footscray
How to access: Join in members area
Financial Capacity workshop to Prevent Family Violence
Financial education workshop for migrant and refugee women to prevent family violence, build resilience, navigate rising costs, and gain practical knowledge, support, and referrals.
Date: 23 July 2025
Hour: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Bob Marley Room, ASRC Footscray
How to access: Women identified clients/ members only. Registration link below.
HIV in Australia
All people seeking asylum are welcome to join us for games, activities, and art. Come find us in the centre and stay for as long or as little as you like.
Date: Thursday 3 July 2025
Hour: 11am – 12pm
Location: ASRC Footscray
How to access: Join in members area
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