My Career, My Calling -Special Episode: Job Readiness Seminar Part 1
Channel: My Career, My Calling
Date: 2019-09-10

The career Expo and Job Readiness Seminar was hosted on 6 August 2019 as an extension of the My Career My Calling Program.

Job Readiness Seminar and Career Expo Line up

Event Description
The aim of the conference which is being held under the theme: ‘Integration and Diversity: opportunities for success in the Australian Workplace’, is to build the skills and knowledge of attendees in order to assist them to prepare for, find jobs, plan a career path and succeed in the Australian workplace. Our goal is to provide practical and authentic information and advice to our
participants, that will enable them to leave the event feeling motivated and empowered, regardless of where they are in their career journey.
The event will feature greetings from the sponsors, Local Government Officials and a guest speaker in the first session, followed by several oral presentations in the second session. The third session is a breakout session where attendees can break into smaller groups and receive assistance from experts to identify and chart a path for their future. Job network providers have also been invited to set up demonstrations where participants can register for services including job agents, skilled training and other services.
Invited Speakers
A range of speakers presented including representatives from Professional groups, career coaching, training institutions and job network providers. 

Session 1: Moderator - Dr Stephanie Fletcher-Lartey, Project Manager, iCare Community Services 
Welcome, Acknowledgement of Country Introductions and Housekeeping -MC 
Opening Remarks  - Bishop Richard Asamoah Boateng, Director, iCare Community Services 
Greetings and Conference Declared Open  - Clr Charishma Kaliyanda, Liverpool City Council 
Greetings from Sponsors and Stakeholders - Fiona Tinley, Dept of Home Affairs  
Australian Migration Guide - Pamella Navarro
Guest Speaker: Integration in workplace - Mr Ken Mufumbiro, Chair, African Professionals Australia: NSW Branch 

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