Exploring a vehicle for collaboration
Georgette Wardan2022-04-19T12:55:15+10:00The Concern Australia team shared the impact and reach of Hand Brake Turn and fiXit to representatives from Bosch, the largest auto parts supplier in the world.
Celebrating 16 years of service
Georgette Wardan2022-03-24T12:00:12+11:00As part of the celebration, Concern Australia CEO Michelle Crawford was invited to share a few words reflecting on Andrew’s efforts over 16 years as a Chaplain through Concern Australia at the Malmsbury Youth Justice Centre.
#IWD22 Women in Leadership with Georgette Wardan
Georgette Wardan2022-03-10T15:36:00+11:00This week we take the opportunity to celebrate the contribution of women at Concern Australia. From all perspectives, we believe that the contribution of women to our organisation is gigantic and, greatly enables the work we are able to do.
Putting young Victorians on the road to employment, visit of the Hon. Natalie Hutchins, Minister of Crime Prevention
Georgette Wardan2022-02-16T15:26:53+11:00Concern Australia will receive $300,000 to expand the Hand Brake Turn Program in the North West region, increasing access and support offered to young people. This funding will further strengthen our ability to provide tailored support to more young people as they transition into education, training, apprenticeships or employment.
Meet Alisha – our new Hand Brake Turn team member!
Georgette Wardan2022-02-10T14:36:39+11:00Being a positive influence in someone’s life is challenging but is a key driver for Alisha. It’s a big goal but she’s firmly on her way to achieving it.
Our Summer Update – A huge thank you for all your support in 2021!
Georgette Wardan2022-01-20T18:11:14+11:00It's time to update you with our latest news.
It’s time to say goodbye to Chaplaincy
Georgette Wardan2022-01-19T17:18:44+11:00Important news update to our Chaplaincy Program
Thanking our generous partners and Christmas spirit
Georgette Wardan2022-01-13T13:32:01+11:00Christmas is over , but we hope its spirit remains in all of us throughout 2022 and that together, we can place generosity, kindness and joy at the forefront of our endeavors to support disadvantaged young people this year.
CREWY is back – Werribee Zoo was awesome!
Georgette Wardan2021-11-24T16:15:51+11:00This week our CREWY team took Tim* and Ella* to Werribee Zoo for a deluxe safari which gave them a chance to get close up and personal with rhinos, giraffes and zebras. They had a brilliant time.
Please give generously this Christmas and make a difference
Georgette Wardan2021-11-19T17:37:06+11:00At Concern Australia the lead up to Christmas is a time to pause and reflect on some of the young people we serve, knowing how overwhelmingly taxing 2021 has been for many of them, particularly those who are experiencing homelessness and who’s Christmas wish is simply a place to sleep that’s safe and warm.