When Ah Pey came to Bendigo he found it very difficult to go out, to find friends. After three years he gained confidence, because he could understand a bit more English.
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The Karen Culture and Social Support Foundation social worker is not alone in having to adjust to a new city, and a new culture.
To ease transition hurdles, the KCSS is hoping to build a house for new Karen arrivals to Bendigo.
New arrivals could live at the house temporarily, while they find a place to live. The community will support them by helping them to understand Australian culture, and how to settle in.
"It will be very helpful for them. Because when they first arrive here, they cannot speak English, so we will provide them assistance or help," Mr Pey said.
The KCSS just needs financial support to build the house. To complete the whole project they need $500,000.
So they're encouraging the Bendigo community to support it. Each brick is $50, but the community is accepting all donations.
To donate
Direct debit:
- Account Name: Karen Culture & Social Support Foundation
- BSB: 633 000
- Account: 157 367 996
Cheque:
- Account Name: Karen Culture & Social Support Foundation
- Address: Karen Culture & Social Support Foundation, 26 Hercules Street, Long Gully VIC 3556
- Donations over $2.00 are tax deductible. For a receipt please provide name of donor, postal address and email address in an email to moonieinda@kcssf.org.au or in note with your cheque
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