The Multicultural Council of The Northern Territory has developed a driver education program unique to the NT designed to assist recently arrived refugees to become safe and competent drivers and attain their driver’s licenses in a cost-effective and timely manner.
This training aims to reduce the negative impact of stigma amongst CALD communities by exploring how communities can deal with mental illness stigmas, drawing on their strengths and experience.
The HFRP is a collaborative interagency early intervention program that works with the whole family early in their arrival to support and provide advice to the family, particularly in terms of family relationship issues and family breakdowns.
The Migrant and Refugee Settlement Services of the ACT offers a road safety course and subsidised driving lessons with an accredited driving instructor to new arrivals as a part of the organisation’s community development program. Learning to drive, and understanding Australia’s road rules, is crucial to developing independence and maintaining sustainable employment.