Clubhouse News

The Fitzroy Computer Clubhouse is a program of the Fitzroy Learning Network and is a free after-school program for young people aged 10-18. Members work with adult mentors to explore their own ideas,develop skills and build confidence in themselves through the use of technology.

Volunteer Vacancies

The Fitzroy Computer Clubhouse’s volunteer Advisory Group currently has 2 vacancies and are seeking an IT executive and marketing professional.

The volunteer will promote the Fitzroy Computer Clubhouse within their own network and contacts and pursue partnerships. The Fitzroy Computer Clubhouse is a free after-school program that provides access to high-end technology for young people from refugee and low socio economic backgrounds.

More information here: -http://www.probonoaustralia.com.au/volunteer/it-executive-wanted-fitzroy-computer-clubhouse-advisory-group.

If interested please contact Clubhouse Coordinator, Tara Willersdorf for more information - tara@fitzroylearningnetwork.org.au

Clubhouse Wishlist
The computer clubhouse continues to strive to provide high-end software and technology for its members. If you would like to support the clubhouse, please consider contributing towards the purchase (or donation) of the following items:

• Scanner- colour, A4 or larger, compatible with XP and vista (300dpi)
  
• Digital Camera
  
• High Quality Headphones (for sound studio – making music)
  
• Headphone Amp (for four or more headphones)
  
• Graphics Tablet
  
• Digital SLR camera with standard, zoom and macro lenses.

ASRC NEEDS MOBILE PHONES

Do you have a phone for an asylum seeker in need?

As part of our aid work, the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre ensures that all asylum seekers accessing our centre have access to a working mobile phone. However, the ASRC receives no federal government funding for its aid services and relies heavily on public donations. We are seeking your help to source mobile phones which are urgently needed by asylum seekers.

Mobile phones are so important to this highly marginalised community. This is because arriving in a new country can be extremely difficult. Having a mobile phone helps asylum seekers stay connected with their new communities and the ASRC. It is not merely a phone, but a tool to reduce social isolation, foster and maintain community connections and a sense of belonging.

Have you got a phone to give? Fantastic! – here is what we need:

We cannot distribute broken or incomplete mobile phone packages to asylum seekers. As such, it is important that all donations:

• Include a mobile phone, a  battery and a chargers

• Are intact and are not missing any parts

• Have no exposed wiring or electrical parts

• Are still fully functioning and have batteries that charge properly

• Please place all components in the box or a plastic bag (with a zip lock if possible).
   
  It is a good idea to charge up a phone that you are planning to donate. After charging the phone, if the batteries deplete within 6 hours the phone would be more suitable for recycling at your local mobile phone store.
   
  Phones can be posted or brought in person to the ASRC office at 12 Batman St West Melbourne.
  Please feel free to contact Jodie on 9326 6066 for further information.

Upcoming Events

Sisters for Sisters

On Sunday 12th February FLN is collaborating with the Melbourne based fundraising collective ‘Sisters for Sisters’ to create an amazing night of music, dance, spoken word and creative expression from some of Melbourne’s leading ladies. This project is created by women - for women, but we encourage all people to come in support and enjoy this diverse and captivating event! All proceeds go to FLN’s Refugee Support Program.

Date: 12/2/2012

Venue: Toff in Town, 2/252 Swanston Street, CBD

Time: Doors open at 7:30pm, music starts at 8pm

Tickets: $15, at the door.

FLN FUNDRAISING GIFT IDEAS

Now available for sale at FLN.  Proceeds go towards the Refugee Support Program.

Fitzroy Shopping Bag – calico bag – $8, with $2 from every purchase going to FLN.

Fitzroy Pub Calendars – $15, all proceeds from every purchase going to FLN.  These calendars are also available for purchase from local pubs..

Contact admin@fitzroylearningnetwork.org.au

FLN AGM

Join us on the 23rd of November at our Annual General Meeting.
Where:    Fitzroy Learning Network
                198 Napier Street
                 Fitzroy
When:     6:30pm

Learn more about asylum seeker legal issues recent developments in South Sudan from our guest speakers. Nibbles and refreshments provided.
RSVP:  admin@fitzroylearningnetwork.org.au

We hope to see you there.

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The Fitzroy Market is a space for Fitzroy’s residents and visitors to meet communally and seek, swap or sell their wares. Fitzroy Market has raised awareness, and funds, for programs helping those in need including the Refugee Support Program at Fitzroy Learning Network, Fitzroy Primary School and Livewires.
 
The market runs between 10am and 2pm on the third Saturday of every month at Fitzroy Primary School (cnr Napier St and Chapel St, Fitzroy).
 
2012 Market dates:
Feb: 21st - March: 17th - April: 21st - May: 19th - June: 16th