Migrant Talent Connector

16/10/2026

Migrants have helped build modern Australia.

That's the message I delivered to the Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia.

16/10/2026

16/10/2026

𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗠𝗶𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆

What happens when highly skilled migrant women arrive in Australia, only to find their qualifications and experience are not recognised?

Bringing together research, policy and practical experience, this session examined the challenges facing migrant women, the work already underway to address them, and the systems changes needed to better recognise and unlock their skills including the need for a more gender responsive approach.

"That very traditional, old fashioned idea of how work used to be structured many years ago, but isn't anymore that still gets reflected in our visa system with primary and secondary applicants, rather than recognising the importance of both applicants and their desire to work, and their ability to contribute." - Dr. Anna Cody, S*x Discrimination Commissioner - Australian Human Rights Commission

"This becomes not just a workforce issue, it's an economic and security issue. If you can't work in your chosen profession, you are working in a low paid job and they're insecure, which means the cycle is hard to get out of. And the longer you are away from your profession, the harder it is to get back into it." - Malini Raj, Executive Director - AMWA

These conversations highlighted the importance of moving beyond recognising the problem to driving meaningful systems reform, so migrant women can contribute their skills, experience and expertise to Australia’s future.

Conference program: fecca2026.com.au

16/10/2026

14/10/2026

Experiencing racism? It's okay to talk about it. 🧡

The Phoenix Centre offers free, confidential support for people from refugee and migrant backgrounds who have experienced racism. That could be name-calling, offensive jokes, comments about your culture or religion, or being treated unfairly at work.

You don't have to go through it alone.

📞 03 6221 0999
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 mrctas.org.au/phoenix-centre/

Please share this with anyone who might need it.

18/09/2026

🌟Migrant Talent Connect – September edition is here!

📅 Saturday, 26 September 2026
⏱️ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Hobart Library (Training Room), Level 1/91 Murray St, Hobart TAS 7000

Migrant Talent Connector is a non-profit supporting migrant professionals build careers here in Tasmania. Our FREE monthly meet-up is a great chance to expand your network and connect with your peers.

This month, we're joined by a guest speaker from the Tasmanian Government, working in an EXECUTIVE ADMIN — sharing real, local insights into government recruitment and what it's like working in the public sector here.

We're a member-based organisation, but this meet-up is OPEN TO EVERYONE — and it's family-friendly, so bring your friends and family along too! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

RSVP ASAP — spots fill fast!

👉 Register here or scan the QR code on the poster: https://events.humanitix.com/monthly-migrant-talent-connect-september-2026

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15/09/2026

University of Tasmania would like to hear your experiences as a migrant woman running a business in Australia!

If you’re one of them, please participate in this quick interview to help UTAS understand the unique experiences, challenges and success through your lens.

Email your interest at [email protected] 📧

23/08/2026

Come join us at our August Meet-Up! 🌟

📅 Saturday, 29 August 2026
⏱️ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍Hobart Library

This month, we're joined by guests from engineering and finance, sharing local insights into the Tasmanian job market. Whether or not you work in these fields, there's plenty to take away — real conversations, real connections, real value.

Migrant Talent Connector is a non-profit supporting migrant professionals build careers here in Tasmania. Our FREE monthly meet-up is a great chance to network with the committee and connect with your peers.

We're a member-based organisation, but this meet-up is OPEN TO EVERYONE — and it's family-friendly, so bring your friends and family along too! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

RSVP ASAP — spots fill fast!
👉https://events.humanitix.com/mtconnector-monthly-meet-up-august-2026

15/08/2026

𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐕𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐲: 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫 (𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐰𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐲, 𝐓𝐀𝐒)
✅Valid TAS driver's licence
✅Knowledge of local routes
✅Own reliable car
✅Positive and proactive attitude
✅Customer service skills
✅Willingness to undertake training to make pizzas and other store duties.
If you would like to learn more & apply, please visit: https://www.swntas.org/jobs