This multifaceted program of activities concentrates on supporting new arrivals and their new and emerging communities to understand their rights and obligations, to link into training and employment pathways and to develop networks of support within their local and in the broader community. The MRCSA consults and works closely with leaders and key representatives of new and emerging communities, including women and young people, to support them in gaining the knowledge and skills that they need to further their independence as well as their capacity to support and provide assistance to their members.

The program is based on community empowerment, women's advocacy, youth leadership and participation and employment advocacy. The program also includes Refugee Men's Talk, an initiative supporting men to adapt to their new social environment.

To ensure the participation of new and emerging communities in their local areas and in regional areas where they settle, or resettle, the program includes local government and regional initiatives. Additionally new and emerging communities require a place in which to implement their own activities. The MRCSA provides these through its own community centres and through linkages with other community facilities.

Specific information outlining each of these programs can be viewed by clicking the buttons to the left.

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