Rongping Zhang – New Beginnings

Rongping came from China in 2005 and since learning English has got a job with the government.

‘I am very glad that I did AMEP training. Life is much more colorful and I can do many things by myself that I couldn’t do before. I can see a brighter future ahead of us now.’

Prisilla Misaka Soro – Never Give Up!

Prisilla came from war torn Sudan in 2004, since learning English she has worked hard to help other migrant women.

‘I enrolled in AMES straight away…In 2006 I had breast cancer surgery twice…and although I was in treatment I never gave up studying and doing training.

Currently I am studying Community Services Certificate IV…and then I will complete a Diploma next year, after which I will work with the Australian community.’

Joaquin Maza – Helping Others

Joaquin and his family came from El Salvador in 1997, he thought learning English was very important and is now working for the City Council.

‘As an Agricultural Engineer I did not speak much English, only enough to say hello! I knew that the key to success in settling here was to master the English language.’

Sreendra Edward Chrishanthu – A Bright Future

Sreendra came to Australia as a refugee from Sri Lanka. He learnt English and made many new friends with the AMEP and is looking forward to university.

‘The AMEP course has good memories for me. Every student came from a different background and they spoke many languages. It was really a multicultural class, which was amazing. I made many friends at the AMEP class.’

Vojislav Kablar – Get Involved!

Vojislav was born in Croatia, he learnt English while helping his family adjust to Australia and now helps others as a case worker.

‘While I was studying I was also making friendships and had a very active social life – going to various concerts, festivals, galleries and performances.

After I finished with English classes, I completed Certificate III in Community Services, a Diploma of Community Services – Welfare Studies and Certificate in Case Management.’