b'Its hard to pin down what we actually do because we do a lot of things. We run a lot of programs to enhance community participation. They are aimedDonate at building peoples capacity with the hope thattoday.one day they dont need us anymore and they will become independent, says Art. You can help people in crisis by becoming From English programs to digital literacy or pianoa regular supporter. $20 provides a family lessons to employment workshops, the ASWCin need with breakfast, lunch and dinner.offers a myriad of programs to better prepare asylum seekers for life in Australia.And beyond practical support, the team alsoDonate nowstressed the importance of emotional support.The migrant experience is known to be acomplex one.Art continues, today I had a client after our English class, she shared with me that she felt very overwhelmed and has for a long time about things happening in her home country back in Iran.Just being a friend to people. Sometimes they dont have anyone.On 6 December 2022, the ASWC held a 20th year anniversary celebration at the Brunswick Uniting Church Hall. Aimee said the event brought together clients, staff and volunteers, past and present, to share great stories, food, music and dancing from all around the world.We are often the first place people want totell when something good happens in their lives.I always say this to the team, dont ever take our role for granted, shared Aimee. It might be sitting with someone while they cry for 10 minutes or smiling at someone and youre the only person they have talked to that day. Being reminded of that role that we have in peoples lives and that the connection is meaningful for them.Leave no one behind.The Uniting Asylum Seeker Welcome Centre receives little government funding and relies on the compassionate generosity of supporters. Donate nowSupporter Newsletter Autumn 2023 5'