Hub Launched to Help International Students Struggling with Impact of the Pandemic
I would like to invite you to the official launch of the International Student Hub - a home away from home for international students in Sydney.
This is the first Hub for international students in Sydney, and the first in the world that is run by international students for international students.
The launch will be held on Wednesday May 26th, 6:30 pm - 8 pm at the International Students Hub, on Level 2, 72 Mary Street, Surry Hills.
The coronavirus pandemic has revealed the depth of struggles faced by international students - from workplace exploitation to insecure housing to social isolation. Through the Hub, international students have been able to build community and to work as a collective towards building a better life in Sydney.
Two international students will be available for interview at the launch: Erika Katalbas, representing the Filipino community, and Abhishek Singh, representing the Indian community. They have faced deep struggles in Sydney, including being paid below minimum wage at work and being forced to live in unsafe housing due to the coronavirus pandemic. Through coming together with other international students at the Hub, they have been able to work towards solutions to these shared problems.
The funding for the pilot program of the International Student Hub comes from the City of Sydney. To set up the Hub, students are collaborating with civil society, including various unions who will be present at the Launch, such as the United Workers Union. Senior representatives across the education sector will also be present, as will Councillor Kwok representing the City of Sydney, Alex Greenwich, Member of the NSW Parliament and Study NSW.
For further information and contact:
Sawsan Alfayadh, Sydney Alliance
salfayadh@sydneyalliance.org.au, 0447 973 149
