At the heart of our mission, guided by the values of social justice in the Catholic Church, we are dedicated to helping those in need, including refugees and asylum seekers. If you are seeking refuge and support, rest assured that the Church stands ready to assist you through a comprehensive range of services designed to ease your transition and foster a sense of community.
You can also contact our Peace, Justice and Ecology team, who work with our communities to uphold the dignity of refugees and people seeking asylum.
Catholic Care: provides services such as settlement support, counselling, employment assistance, and programs to help you integrate into your new community and build a better future.
Community Migrant Resources Centre: support migrants and refugees in Western Sydney with services like settlement advice, English language classes, job training, and help with accessing essential community resources, all designed to help you successfully adapt to your new life in Australia.
The House of Welcome: provides vital support to migrants and refugees in Western Sydney, including emergency food and material aid, housing assistance, legal advice, and community programs, ensuring you have the help and resources you need as you start your life.
Jesuit Refugee Service: helps with housing, legal matters, education, and mental health services, ensuring you receive assistance in rebuilding your life in a new country.
St Vincent de Paul Society (Vinnies): offers assistance with accommodation, food, clothing, and financial aid, helping you meet immediate needs and access a basic standard of living.
Jesus tells us to love kindly by supporting the needy in our society.
“He has told you, O mortal, what is good, and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice and to love kindness and to walk humbly with your God.”
Micah 6:8
How We Can Help
- Financial Aid and Material Assistance: In line with our commitment to help the poor and vulnerable, we offer financial support and material aid to assist with essential needs. This might include assistance with rent, utilities, and other living expenses, ensuring you have a safe and stable environment.
- Employment Assistance: Recognising the importance of self-sufficiency, we provide resources and support to help refugees and asylum seekers find employment. Through partnerships with local businesses and vocational training programs, we aim to help you build a sustainable future.
- Community Integration: Our parish social justice committees are active in most local communities, offering a welcoming hand and helping newcomers integrate smoothly. We organise events, language classes and other community activities that promote inclusion and mutual understanding.
- Environmental Care: True to our calling to help the planet and take care of the environment, we integrate sustainable practices into our aid programs. This includes promoting environmental awareness among the communities we serve and ensuring that our aid efforts are conducted in an eco-friendly manner.
How You Can Get Involved
- Volunteering: Join our network of compassionate volunteers who are the backbone of our outreach efforts. Whether it’s helping with fundraising events, teaching language classes or providing administrative support, your time and skills can make a significant difference.
- Donations: Your financial contributions are crucial in helping us sustain and expand our services. Donations go directly towards funding our diverse aid initiatives, allowing us to reach more people in need.
- Advocacy: As part of our mission for social justice, we encourage community members to advocate for policies that support refugees and asylum seekers. By raising awareness and influencing policy, we can create a more welcoming and supportive environment for all.
Contact Us
If you are in need of assistance or wish to contribute to our efforts, please do not hesitate to contact your local church. Detailed contact information and specific services can be found listed below, ensuring you can easily access the support you need. In embodying the spirit of the Catholic Church’s commitment to social justice, we strive to provide unwavering support for refugees, asylum seekers, and all who are in need, fostering a compassionate community that uplifts everyone.