ISANA - VicTas International Education Association

ISANA VIC/TAS congratulates all recipients of the Victorian Global Learning Awards presented at The Pavilion, Arts Centre today. It was a privilege to hear recipients acknowledge the support of their school advisors, teachers and homestay hosts. Schools across Victoria are providing an invaluable and rewarding educational experience for their international students, ensuring both their academic and welfare needs are met through excellence in teaching and learning as well as enriching co-curricular and extracurricular activities.

It was a pleasure for ISANA VIC/TAS to be a part of “She’ll be Right”, a joint effort by AFIS - Australian Federation of International Students, ISANA, and artistic director Catherine Simmonds from the Act of Translation Reaches Out.

During two hours of the show, international students who participated in a weekly workshop translated their minds into an inspiring drama performance delivered through their own voice and body movements.

Many of the viewers, especially those who were international students, felt emotionally touched by the performance. Some said they had not seen anything like this before. Lots of tissues were circulated around the room.

Thanking Acting Study Melbourne Director, Rebecca Skinner for welcoming everyone to the show and thank you Study Melbourne for your support and generosity to make the show happen. Also, thank you Victoria University, Melbourne Australia for hosting the show.

ISANA VIC/TAS is looking forward to another partnership with Catherine to support more international students in Victoria. Big congratulations to everyone who took part in “She’ll be Right”!

It was a pleasure for ISANA VIC/TAS to be a part of “She’ll be Right”, a joint effort by AFIS - Australian Federation of International Students, ISANA, and artistic director Catherine Simmonds from the Act of Translation Reaches Out.

During two hours of the show, international students who participated in a weekly workshop translated their minds into an inspiring drama performance delivered through their own voice and body movements.

Many of the viewers, especially those who were international students, felt emotionally touched by the performance. Some said they had not seen anything like this before. Lots of tissues were circulated around the room.

Thanking James Borman for welcoming everyone to the show and thank you Study Melbourne for your support and generosity to make the show happen. Also, thank you to Helen Nicholls-Stary from Deakin University, Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus, for hosting the show.

ISANA VIC/TAS is looking forward to another partnership with Catherine to support more international students in Victoria. Big congratulations to everyone who took part in “She’ll be Right”!

ISANA(Victoria&Tasmania) is delighted to hear about the recent press release by Victorian government, supporting international students in every way possible in Victoria.

"Public transport concessions for international students to continue. The Andrews Government will provide $5.5 million to continue the iUSEpass program which will provide discounted annual public transport tickets to eligible international students in partnership with participating higher education and vocational providers".

-Philip Dalidakis MP Minister for Trade & Investment, Minister for Innovation & the Digital Economy Minister for Small Business

By popular demand, ‘She’ll Be Right!’ returns with two more shows! ISANA VicTas is very proud to be able to support these very meaningful and important performances. Please come down to be a part of a powerful hour of storytelling about international students’ experiences. These performances will transport you in and out of cultural stereotypes through stories of passion, dream and sacrifice as students find a new voice in Melbourne and redefine who they are.

Please register for these FREE performances at:

https://actoftranslationreachesoutgeelong.eventbrite.com.au
(Deakin University Geelong session (April 26))

https://actoftranslationreachesoutvu.eventbrite.com.au
(Victoria University session (May 4))

She'll Be Right: Act of Translation Reaches Out ‘She'll be right’ Theatre Performance Students from Brazil, China, Columbia, Iraq, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Vietnam and Australia take to the stage in a powerful hour of storytelling about their experiences. Just another international student? A doctor working where drug dealers rule. An engi...

Our hardworking volunteers giving up their holiday to assist in planning for the State conference. Thank you team for your commitment. 😀

VISC conference is approaching really soon. Go give their page a like for more information and updates.
https://www.facebook.com/Visc2018/

If you are also interested in an excellent volunteer opportunity VISC are recruiting! Please follow the link provided below.

https://www.facebook.com/Visc2018/posts/224308808145565

Victorian International Student Conference Victorian International Student Conference (VISC) 2018 is organised by student leaders of Victoria. Some of the key focus areas of the conference are student engagement, student experience, mental health and wellbeing, and workplace rights and awareness.

Thurs 23 Nov 2017 - Our last 2017 PD Session ''International Students Mental Health - Common Issues, Challenges, Strengths and Useful Support Strategies '' is now open for registration!
Registration Link:
https://cdesign.eventsair.com/isanasec/isanavicnovpd/Site/Register
PD infor:😉
There is evidence that 1 in 4 people aged 15-24 will experience mental ill-health in one year. More specifically, tertiary students with mental health issues are at higher risk of dropping out early, academic failure, limited social connections and poor health outcomes.

This topic is relevant to all of us as we work hard every day trying to make a difference in the lives of international students. Sometimes we feel powerless to do anything positive which is why this PD is so important. The presenters bring a wealth of knowledge and experience and will provide a way for you to think about wellbeing and importantly, how to improve your own and that of others. Please see below for more information and registration details.

Have you got yourself a ticket to the 1 September - ISANA 18th state conference yet? The registration link & event details are attached in the link below. Let's meet, network and build genuine friendship with like-minded people.

VIC TAS State Conference The VIC/TAS 2017 state conference will break new ground by blending knowledge and practice skilfully, to leave the delegates feeling invigorated and more able to face the challenges in their association with international students. With a focus on solutions the day will provide participants with a w...

Are you looking forward to socialise, to expand your network, to meet and build friendship with like-minded peers and expert speakers?
If YES, then you must join the 1st Sep 2017 - 18th ISANA (VIC/TAS) Annual State Conference !
For more info & registration please visit the attached link.
ISANA (VIC/TAS) is looking forward to meet you all there !!
http://www.isana.org.au/event/vic-tas-state-conference/

VIC TAS State Conference

PD Session on Government Compliance:
Key Topics discussed:
- Changes to Simplified Student Visa Framework (SSVF)
- Update to changes on the NATIONAL CODE
- Updates to changes on WWCC
- Update to Rooming House and new licensing Act