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SETTLEMENT SERVICES--WORKSHOPS
ARMS organizes regular free workshops for migrants at both the Three Kings and
Manukau centres. The purpose of these is to provide information and navigation
advice to recent migrants aimed at assisting them to settle successfully and
smoothly in New Zealand. Our workshop programms are distributed widely to other
organizations involved with migrant settlement and are emailed monthly to ARMS
clients. Copies are always available at ARMS Reception as well as on the ARMS
website.
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FREE LEGAL ADVICE
ARMS Manukau Resource Centre is hosting a free legal advice clinic for migrants
and refugees.
Consultations are by appointment only. See Manukau
Workshop Schedule.
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"RELATING
WELL IN NEW ZEALAND" WORKSHOP
This one day workshop provides migrants with the opportunity to increase their
knowledge and skills for coping with the stressful challenges involved in the
settlement process. The workshop is conducted at our ARMS centres by trained
facilitators from NZ Relationship Services and is funded by New Zealand
Immigration. These workshops are usually every month from 9.00- 4.00 p.m with
lunch provided.
Registration
Please register in advance with ARMS Reception.
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"FIRST AID
FOR THE WORKPLACE" WORKSHOP
First Aid in the Workplace - A Two-day Course
These workshops are for migrants and refugees (who are citizens
or permanent residents of NZ) who would like to gain first aid skills, a valid
First Aid Certificate, and a comprehensive First Aid Manual. Registration in
advance is essential. See Saturday Activity
Schedule.
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"FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR WORKING FAMILIES" WORKSHOP
A brief overview of the Inland Revenue Department services is included in the
New Settler Workshops. More detailed workshops on IRD's services are offered
for smaller groups on alternate Thursdays from 10 a.m - 12 noon.
Registration
Please register by calling 09 625 2440.
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FREE
SEMINAR: NEW ZEALAND's EDUCATION SYSTEM
A Free opportunity to find the answers to the questions you
might have as a migrant parent about your children's education in New Zealand!
Presenters: Ministry of Education, Team Solutions Career Services Rapuara
and Schools
Workshop Content:
NZ Education System Module 1 covers:
. Overview of NZ Education System
. Types of Schools, Zoning System
. Rights and Responsibilities of School and Parents
. NZ Curriculum, Homework, Text Books, Non-curricular Activities
. School Personnel and Support Agencies
NZ Education System Module 2 covers:
. Assessments, NCEA and NZQA
. Careers Advice and Support
. Rights & Responsibilities of Teachers and Students
. Discipline, Uniforms, Internet Use, School Trips, Tuck Shops, etc.
. Sex Education in Schools
See Saturday Activity Schedule.
Registration in advance is essential.
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