Author: Sandra Harries

National Week of Deaf People 2024

A woman using sign language in recognition of National Deaf Week

This week, 23-29 September, we’re celebrating National Week of Deaf People in Australia. It’s a week dedicated to recognising and honouring the Deaf community, aligning with International Week of Deaf People and International Day of Sign Languages.

R U OK? Day 2024

Group photo of our Lake Haven staff all with yellow ribbons attached to their clothing

Today, 12 September, is R U OK? Day, and the 2024 theme, ‘Ask R U OK? Any Day,’ reminds us that checking in with each other is important not just today, but every day. At Global Skills, our teams wore yellow to show our commitment to fostering supportive environments where everyone feels comfortable talking about mental health.

Creating Diversity in NSW’s Largest Industries: Health Care and Social Assistance

Icon representing healthcare and social assistance within a map of NSW, set against a dark navy background

Health Care and Social Assistance is Australia’s largest industry. This can be attributed to several factors including an ageing population, more people with chronic conditions, increased health awareness, a focus on wellbeing and ongoing medical advancements. Since it employs the most people, it’s important for this industry to truly reflect the people it serves, including those with a disability.

Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week 2024

Man in wheelchair working at a laptop

When celebrating strength in independence Global Skills recognises the power of employment in helping people with disability achieve their full potential.

Global Skills Joins Central Coast Future Choices Expo

Global Skills staff, Jennifer and Simon, at our Future Choices Expo stand behind a table displaying branded merchandise and flyers, showcasing our services.

Last week, Global Skills had the privilege of participating in the Central Coast Future Choices Expo, presented by Career Links, and run in conjunction with the National Disability Coordination Officer Program and the NSW Department of Education Support Teachers.

17 Job Seekers Complete Hospitality Course at Global Skills Wetherill Park

Students working at desks with back to camera. Instructor facing students

Congratulations to the 17 job seekers who completed a 5-day Hospitality course at Global Skills Wetherill Park last week. This course concludes a series of three sessions delivered by the National College of Vocational Education (NCVE) across our sites in Lake Haven, Fairfield, and Wetherill Park.

Congrats to our Wetherill Park Retail Graduates

graduates holding their certificates

Congratulations to 15 job seekers who have successfully completed their Certificate III in Retail at Global Skills Wetherill Park with thanks to the National College of Vocational Education (NCVE).

National Skills Week 2024: Game Changer

the words game changer on an orange background includes logo for National Skills Week

This week, 19-25 August is National Skills Week, a week that highlights the benefits of skills/vocational education and training (VET).

Pathways to Employment Expo Fairfield 2024

jobs seekers interacting with our staff at our stall

Last week, Global Skills had the privilege to once again participate in the Pathways to Employment Expo with thanks to the Fairfield Emerging Communities Action Partnership (FECAP).