Success Stories
Celebrating Success
Reedah Zaffar
Community Constable Reedah Zaffar joined the South Australian Police on the 6th of June 2019. At the age of 19, she arrived in Australia in 2006 from the Middle East. She completed her Year 12 studies and a Bachelor of International Development at the University of Adelaide.
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Celebrating Success
Joseph Ndjeka
Since Joseph Ndjeka arrived in Mount Gambier, he said that he wanted to become a nurse. That dream came true in recent months when he graduated from his nursing degree and began working as a nurse in Mount Gambier.
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SA Refugee Week – Celebrating another incredible contribution!
Rosemary Kariuki
As part of the SA Refugee Week celebrations, it was great to meet Rosemary Kariuki the author of "A Joyful Life". This Book Launch was organised in collaboration between AMRC, University of South Australia, African Communities Council of South Australia, Dr Lillian Mwanri and Dymocks Books!
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Community Support Program (CSP) Success Story
Pari Yaqoubi
Pari Yaqoubi is an Afghan refugee who arrived in Australia under Community Support Program with her mother and younger siblings on the 22nd of October 2022.
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Celebrating Success
Leila
We are thrilled to spotlight the incredible journey of Leila, a dedicated carer, and mother of three children, whose unwavering positivity has led to significant accomplishments. Leila's story began with AMRC through Women's Employment into Action.
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Celebrating Success
Nayab
AMRC is proud to share the achievement of Nayab from Naracoorte contributing to the local community. With a humble smile, Nayab Jafary accepted an award at Government House in Adelaide recently.
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Celebrating Community Achievements
Dr Lian Gualnam and Mrs Dim Sian Cing Gualnam
Resettled from Myanmar in 2013, Dr Gualnam volunteered with the new arrivals program at AMRC while attending tertiary studies and still an active member of the community acting as a Teddim and Zomi interpreter. Him and his family have done it again, enriching the culture in the northern suburbs of Adelaide.
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NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK: Something for Everyone
Dil Karki
AMRC is extremely lucky to have so many wonderful people from diverse backgrounds who volunteer their time and skills to support others in need. “I love to volunteer, it’s what I live for. I’d like to give something back to this beautiful country which is my new home,” Dil Karki says.
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Celebrating Excellence: Keith Preston Nominated for Australia Day Awards
Keith Preston
AMRC is incredibly proud to announce that our very own Keith Preston has been nominated for the prestigious Australia Day Awards. Keith’s nomination is a testament to his decades of dedication, expertise, and passion for enriching South Australia’s cultural landscape.
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Celebrating Success
Ritisha Dahal
AMRC is proud to recognise the incredible achievement of Ritisha Dahal, a Salisbury High School student who completed her SACE with a perfect ATAR of 99.95% and earned the prestigious Governor's Commendation! Ritisha, who arrived in Australia in 2013, is an inspiring example of what new arrivals can bring to Australia. She’s also a dedicated volunteer at the Nepali Ethnic School and teaches traditional dance to young children.
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