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25.01.2022 This International Workers Day, we recognise the dignity and worth of all young workers, especially those on the front lines of this Global Pandemic and all those who have died on labours battlefield. This May Day the AYCW remembers that 'Human work is any human activity at all where a person freely uses their creative mind and their body to take hold of the world around them, to transform it, to use it and to make it usable for society.' This applies to all people, students..., stay at homes parents, carers and even the unemployed. 'The fact that these are not rewarded by a weekly pay, does not detract from these acts that are freely undertaken to transform the world.' Please join our National May Day Action and post a picture of yourself, a dear one or a colleague, stating a bit about your work history, what is important to you when it comes to work and use the hashtags: #IAMYCW #WORKERSTORIES #AYOUNGWORKERLIKEME #MAYDAY2020 Nominate some friends to spread awareness and advocate for all workers, especially those who have been left behind in this Global pandemic. Parramatta Young Christian Workers (YCW) Adelaide Young Christian Workers Melbourne YCW Young Christian Workers Perth Adelaide Young Christian Workers - YCW

25.01.2022 Parra YCS and YCW are looking to hire a FULL-TIME YCS worker to begin in September! If you're passionate about working with young students and making a difference in the community - check out the link below for more details about how to apply! GET IN QUICK! Applications close 3pm, 25 July! ... https://www.gumtree.com.au//parramatta-young-ch/1188752283

25.01.2022 Hey Everyone, AYCW is currently looking for someone to take on a Fulltime Youth Engagement Officer Position in Melbourne's Western Suburbs. If you think you, or someone you know might be interested, please follow this link to find out more about the role and how to apply. God Bless! https://www.seek.com.au/job/37186369

24.01.2022 We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them. - Albert Einsten This week a few young Melbournians came together to trial some recipes and ideas that would help promote sustainable lifestyle choices. Heres a sneak peek of some workshops that will be coming your way soon! Its time to start thinking sustainably! Shout out to lily for her photography skills, Jess and Julianne for all of their wonderful efforts and to Parramatta Young Christian Workers (YCW) for our new ride

24.01.2022 This Harmony Week, we are reminded that celebrating and embracing diversity needs to be more than reciting platitudes. After the events of last week and the tragic loss of life that took place in Christchurch, we are reminded that there should be no place in our world for violence and the intolerance of different cultures, faiths and communities. In the words of our founder Joseph Cardijn, We are always beginning again." This Harmony Week, let us begin again, to work towards... peace, to learn to love and respect one another. To our Muslim Brothers and Sisters who are in mourning and all those who have suffered because of the hatred of those who do not seek to understand and instead seek violence and destruction, we stand with you. We stand with your communities and loved ones. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you and your families.

23.01.2022 Over the next few weeks Parramatta YCW will be interviewing young people who have been impacted by the Coronavirus Pandemic . We aim to demonstrate the far reaching effects of the virus on how young workers live out their personal, work and spiritual life. Finally, the series will highlight the groups and minorities that were most disadvantaged by the pandemic. This is YCW COVID Story

21.01.2022 This Refugee Week, as we celebrate the Year of Welcome 2020 - The Australian YCW would like to recognise how particularly difficult this year has been for all People Seeking Asylum and Refuge during Covid-19. We believe that one of the best things you can do, to commemorate the Year of Welcome, is to educate yourself and become more informed about the reality of this Global Crisis, through the stories of those who have lived and continue to live this reality. We are privileged to share the story of Obey, a fellow comrade and full-timer for the YCS in Parramatta, Sydney. Video to follow shortly!

20.01.2022 Last Sunday, some young people from around Melbourne came together to review practical sustainability. There was laughter, beeswax, recycling and some really delicious carrot-top Pesto.... A Massive shout-out to Julianne Nguyen, Lily Nguyen and Jessica Russell for coordinating the workshops and making the day possible Thanks again to CERES Nursery for the awesome intro to sustainability!

20.01.2022 Please show solidarity!!

19.01.2022 Great actions coming from Perth YCW! https://www.facebook.com/972674836215513/posts/1250925158390478/

19.01.2022 We live in unprecedented and uncertain times and with so much anxiety, fear and social isolation - our greatest failures will be turning our backs on people, giving in to the fear mongering and panic and choosing violence over solidarity and compassion. In this global crisis, EVERYONE is affected and EVERYONE is suffering from the impacts. This is exactly why we need to stand UP for those who are vulnerable in our communities and who may not have access to health and welfar...e services and stand WITH those who have been forgotten by the same institutions and systems that benefited from their presence before this pandemic, but who now can not support them and instead tell them to go home. FYI - The International Education Sector is Australia's largest service-based export, contributing almost $38 Billion to Australia's economy as of our last financial year. No person - irrespective of their age, ethnicity, disability, sexuality etc. deserves to be treated the way that these International students have been. No society and government should condone the undignified and inhumane treatment of any person. And no one should be left behind, especially in the particularly scary and unpredictable world that we live in right now. The YCW stands in solidarity with all International Students, temporary Visa Holders, Migrants and Refugees and with all members of our local communities who are vulnerable and in need of friendship and support right now.

18.01.2022 Happy Monday Everyone! Here's something that has been in the works for a while now! The AYCW National Committee for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women is organising a National Review for young women all over Australia and we invite you to participate or pass on this invitation to any young women who may be in need of some friendship, dialogue and some companions to have a glass of wine and snack with. For more information and to RSVP, please see the contact details below.

18.01.2022 Know your worker rights! If you have some time on the 30th of June and you are a young worker, please join this webinar - not just for International Students but applicable to all young people. Please share this so that more young people may have an opportunity to learn about their rights at work.

18.01.2022 My name's Joshua. I have worked as a nurse in the intensive care setting for nearly four years. I have experience both looking after adult and paediatric patients. My passion is caring for people during their most vulnerable stage in their life. # IAMYCW # AYOUNGWORKERLIKEME (Josh pictured second from the left)

17.01.2022 Parramatta YCW President Christina Rujicica sharing her story, aspirations and hopes for the future! Thanks Christina!

16.01.2022 Young Christian Workers Perth has an immensely strong focus on mental health, dedicated to reaching and influencing the lives of young people.

14.01.2022 YCS and YCW teaming up to run a Workshop for the JECS Student Social Justice Day here in Melbourne! A Massive thanks to the Office for Justice and Peace, Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne for this amazing opportunity and to the previous Melbourne YCS worker Jessica for her wonderful support and guidance. We look forward to continuing the shared mission of Australian YCS and AYCW, in solidarity with one another.

12.01.2022 More great work happening in Adelaide!

12.01.2022 Please join us in this significant info webinar to learn about your rights at your work. Also, feel free to come in with your questions, queries and stories that you would like to ask the industry experts in this matter. Please join us young workers.

12.01.2022 #IamYCW #internationallabourday #YCWYCS Shout out to Alicja from Parramatta YCW for her creative approach to this challenge and her honest sharing and courage. 'Thank you Christina for the shout out to the Parramatta YCW Team on International Workers Day. Thank you for the nomination. I encourage our fellow YCW and YCS workers in Australia, Queensland, Victoria, Adelaide and Perth, to join in and share your worker story as well. Jason Hill, Ada Snell, Achut Thuc, Alexie Mirt...hil, Meka McCormack My name is Alicja Borciuch and I am an Australian public servant. For 5 years, my 9 to 5 job, working for the Australian Government and delivering on services to Australian people in their time of need, circumstances and stages in life. Besides my 9 to 5 job, I am Young Christian Worker (YCW). I am also the Parramatta YCW Secretary. YCW is an international Catholic movement run by young people for young people. We seek to organise, educate and empower young people to be leaders of positive change in their own lives and their own communities. The type of change we make is informed by our values, beliefs and faith. We believe that both the personal and collective action is that starting point for justice, dignity and harmony in our world. My story started 3 years ago with Young Christian Workers. One of the greatest joys to be part of a great community of young people, filled with passion, faith, justice. Participating in the Cardijn method- SEE, JUDGE and ACT, we review our current realities as well as issues of concern.We can be the forces of positive change. This change, these actions, informed by our faith, believes and values why change is needed, what should be happening, what can we do. I have been inspired by people of resilence, hardship and adversities in my life. It is something that has kept me going and made me persevere and grow stronger. I always have placed my trust in our Lord Jesus and our Holy Mother, Mary. All I am, the graces and blessings I have received, I thank God for everything. My values are solidarity, compassion, justice, fairness, kindness, respect, family and faith. My hope during this COVID-19, that we appreciate and are thankful for the small things, for life itself, beauty of nature, the blessings we have received, those we love and care for. That we also look out for the vulnerable and marginalised in our communties and not leave anyone behind. After COVID-19, I hope that all communties in Australia come together, various faiths, beliefs and cultural backgrounds, that we build bridges and dialogue with one another, with our neighbours and those in our communities we may not know. We are in this together, to build back better, fairer and inclusive Australia.' See more

12.01.2022 In commemoration of Nelson Mandela on the 100th anniversay of his birth, we remember him as a strong advocate for the Young Christian Workers of the world. Nelson Mandela, the former president of South Africa summed up the mission of the YCW in an address to the IYCW Council. "YCW was founded with the specific aim that the Church should respond to the needs of workers, but not as charity where the workers are passive recipients of aid. YCW`s emphasis on active participation o...f its members in developing plans to change their lives has proved to have great potential for capacity-building among our youth. It is common knowledge that YCW has made a significant contribution to building the organs of civil society in South Africa, in particular worker organisations." Nelson Mandela spoke during the opening ceremony of the YCW World Council in 1995 and you can read his full speech here: http://www.sahistory.org.za//speech-president-nelson-mande God Bless you, Nelson Mandela.

12.01.2022 Applications close today!

11.01.2022 This International Youth Day, a few Young Leaders from the Australian YCW, reflect on their actions over the past few months and the values and beliefs that motivate them.

11.01.2022 Adelaide YCW YEO Umes Acharya sharing his story with us! #IAMYCW My name is Umes. I am a temporary migrant worker in Australia. I come from Nepal. Currently I work as a youth engagement officer with AYCW, based in Adelaide , SA. Most of the past 4.5 years in Australia, I worked as a worker in Hospo and aged care; kitchen hand, dishy, cleaner, room attendant, housekeeper and all. I spent a significant part of my worker life in not for profit, non-government sectors in Nepal. The work sectors that I am passionate about are human rights, anti-child trafficking, modern day slavery and worker rights. I believe in the values of love and compassion, human dignity and social justice. I stand in solidarity with all fellow workers.

10.01.2022 To commemorate Laudato Si' Week, the Catholic Outlook put together an article showcasing the commitment and work of YCW leaders and members in Parramatta, as they respond to the Climate Justice call to action. Our very own Thomas Magri helped make this article possible but a huge shout out to the entire Parra YCW Climate Justice Committee for their leadership in this space. Parramatta Young Christian Workers (YCW) https://www.catholicoutlook.org/climate-justice-close-to-h/

10.01.2022 Thank you to our comrades at International YCW for creating this wonderful article and update on the Australian YCW Campaign on their website. We are so grateful for your solidarity and support Joci - Iycw Please read more to learn about our National Campaign, 'Generation Connection'

09.01.2022 Generation COVID, This is the now the title for young people who are living through this pandemic. Forever a part of our identity and reality. The ABC has collected a suite of stories from young people all over Australia, highlighting how the pandemic has 'thrown their plans and dreams into chaos.' 'There is evidence that young people are experiencing more negative mental health impacts, from the pandemic, than any other group... over the past three months depression rates... among 18-24 years old's are almost four times higher than usual.' https://www.abc.net.au//generation-covid-faces-a/12388308

09.01.2022 Are you an international student and does this story resonates with you? Do you have any questions and queries about your rights in Australia that you are looking answers for? If yes , join in the webinar tonight that Adelaide Young Christian Workers - YCW is co-hosting alongside Working Women's Centre SA Inc ,and various other students unions and associations in South Australia. There will also be participation of representatives from other organizations and unions working... in this sector. Follow this link or check our facebook page and register yourself. It is starting in less than five hours. https://facebook.com/events/s/your-rights-at-work-free-train/660173288173471/?ti=cl

09.01.2022 Our hearts and prayers go out to our Brothers and Sisters affected by the flooding in Townsville right now. Stay safe and take care

07.01.2022 Attn: NSW international students.. NSW government is providing emergency crisis accommodation for upto 20 weeks to international students who have been evicted or served eviction notice by their landlords or real estate agents... More info in the link provided ... ... Eligibility criteria... hold an international student visa have been evicted or be facing imminent eviction have been laid off from your employment have less than $1500 in savings have no other avenues of support.

06.01.2022 Hello my name is Thomas Magri I am 21 and I started working full time for the Parramatta YCW at the beginning of this year before working for the YCW Ive worked across a few industries, Working in hospitality, warehousing, fresh produce industry, joinery trade often having to work multiple jobs simultaneously to make ends meet. What motivates me in my life is liberating young people to take action in their own realities and advocating for human dignity, I strongly believe that everyone is entitled to equality and dignified life. #IAMYCW #AYOUNGWORKERLIKEME #WORKERSTORIES #INTERNATIONALWORKERSDAY

06.01.2022 Exciting news from our local Movement in Adelaide! A big congratulations to the YCW team in Adelaide on their new office space. Nelson Mandela once said to 'Remember to celebrate the milestones as you prepare for the road ahead'. ... We wish Adelaide YCW all the best on this next stage of their journey!! See more

04.01.2022 A Message to our friends in Victoria, We understand how scary and stressful your reality has become, once again, these past few weeks. Although we are separated by borders please know that we stand in solidarity with you, are here to listen and be with you, even if not in person. Now more than ever, your Australian YCW family is thinking of you all and while our situations during this pandemic may be different, it does not change the fact that the uncertainty and anxiety that you face, will be shared by us all. Please know you are not alone. We hope that you take care of yourselves and each other and that we will see each other again soon.

04.01.2022 Rampant wage theft and we will stand against it, with our young workers!!

03.01.2022 So proud of the work happening with Adelaide YCW! And a job well done to the team that helped organise this.

02.01.2022 Its been a month since I attended the Lay Movements as Structures of Grace Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio and It was such a privilege to have learnt about the history of the YCS/YCW movements in the the U.S. & in Latin America by those who witnessed it first-hand and by those who continue to carry on the Cardijn legacy. A big thank you to Stefan Gigacz and Bob Pennington for all your hard work and to Kevin Vaughan for so generously making this opportunity a reality for me. Thank you also, to all the wonderful friends (Berhanu Sinamo Deboch & Rudy Dehaney and others) that were made in Cincinnati, for sharing your wisdom and your stories! Marilyn (AYCW Full-timer in Melbourne)

02.01.2022 Despite the stress and anxiety that has been looming over us all during this pandemic, especially for our brothers and sisters in Victoria, it is important to see the resilience, creativity and courage of young people like Lily. Please see below, to learn a little bit more about our young leader in Melbourne and her journey through her art and self expression! You can support our young artist on: www.patreon.com/comicsbylily