Refugee Tutoring Queensland (VoRTCS)

14/10/2026

07/10/2026

⭐VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITY⭐

Can't make it to our October induction session on Saturday the 10th, then register early for our November intake instead!

Vinnies QLD's Volunteer Refugee Tutoring and Community Support (VoRTCS) program provides in-home tutoring support to refugee families.

24/09/2026

Monday was the International Day of Peace. Take a moment to reflect on what that means.

Peace is not simply the absence of war. It depends on the ability of societies to confront disagreement without violence, protect human rights and dignity, and keep dialogue open when tensions rise.

Today, conflict, displacement, discrimination, hate speech, backsliding on rights and polarization are fracturing communities and eroding trust.

On this , UNESCO calls for greater investment in the institutions, skills and relationships that allow societies to address tensions before they turn into violence.

For more than 80 years, UNESCO has worked to build peace through education, culture, freedom of expression and dialogue.

Peace is never secured once and for all. It is built through institutions, relationships and daily choices.

https://www.unesco.org/en/days/peace?hub=180536

24/09/2026

SAY HI TO OUR NEW VOLUNTEER FAMILY TUTORS!!

Vinnies QLD VoRTCS couldn't survive without the generosity and dedication of our volunteers. We'd like to welcome aboard our latest training graduates who completed their VORTCS induction at our recent training session held on Saturday 5th September 2026.

We had nine attendees on the day, and Julian and Simran were our two fantastic trainers who facilitated the session. VoRTCS is overjoyed that you've decided to continue your volunteering journey with us.

Interested in donating your time to support Brisbane refugees with their English language skills? VoRTCS has two more induction sessions for 2026. Register now below:

VoRTCS Information & Training Session - October 2026

Date: 10 October 2026 • 9:00 am

Venue: SVDP Head Office, South Brisbane

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/vortcs-information-training-session-10-october-2026-tickets-1980146157461

20/09/2026

Looking for a great opportunity for families to build confidence around water?

Yellow Dove Australia's MultiSwim Queensland program is offering free water safety and swimming sessions for people from refugee, migrant, and culturally diverse backgrounds.

Water safety is such an important life skill in Australia, and this program provides a welcoming and supportive environment to learn, build confidence, and have fun.

Dates: 13-16 October 2026
Location: Spring Hill Baths
Cost: Free

Please share with any tutoring families or community members who may be interested.

(See flyer for booking details.)

09/09/2026

NEXT STEP: ‘DIGITAL LITERACY’ TUTOR TRAINING
Saturday, 26 September 2026

Are you ready to take your tutoring to the next level?

All current VoRTCS tutors are invited to our upcoming Next Step: Digital Literacy training workshop.

Digital skills play an increasingly important role in everyday life, from accessing government services and booking appointments to staying connected with family, friends and community. As tutors, we are often supporting tutoring families as they build confidence navigating the digital world, and this session will provide an opportunity to share ideas, experiences and practical approaches with one another.

EVENT DETAILS:

Date: Saturday, 26 September 2026

Time: 9:00 – 11:00am

Venue: Vinnies QLD Head Office, 10 Merivale Street, South Brisbane

Cost: Free!

RSVP: Please email Sandy at [email protected] by Friday, 18 September 2026

Topics include:

> Digital literacy goals for families

> Practical activities for building confidence and independence with technology

> Ways to encourage family autonomy when using digital tools and online services

> Online safety including privacy, scams and misinformation

> The role of artificial intelligence (AI) and how families can use digital tools safely and confidently

We would love to see as many tutors as possible join us for what promises to be an engaging and thought-provoking morning!



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26/08/2026

⭐VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITY⭐

Are you interested in volunteering your time to tutor new Brisbane refugee families in English language skills? If so, we'd love to hear from you. No formal qualifications are required, just an interest in supporting people from other cultures who have newly arrived in Australia.

Registrations are now open for our next volunteer induction:

Event: VoRTCS Information & Training Session

Date/Time: Saturday 5 September • 9 AM - 1 PM

Venue: St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland Head Office, South Brisbane, QLD

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/vortcs-information-training-session-5-september-2026-tickets-1980145997984/

Book your place now!

19/08/2026

Today, 19 August, is World Humanitarian Day.

In the words of UN Secretary-General António Guterres:

"Serving others has become more dangerous than ever. More than a thousand humanitarians have been killed in the last three years. Most were local staff supporting their own communities."

The world has made commitments. Now it must act: to respect the rules of war, ensure safe access, hold perpetrators accountable, and provide sufficient resources.

https://www.un.org/en/observances/humanitarian-day