Welcome to Wollongong
Wollongong is a coastal city located south of Sydney and known for its university, diverse communities and beautiful beaches.
Settlement can be a lifelong journey. There is support available to help you at the different stages as you build your life in Wollongong. There are local organisations that help refugees access settlement support, essential services and community connections.
Explore Wollongong
Learn more about living in Wollongong, including local government services, community organisations, education options and training opportunities available in the region.
Read information about Wollongong.
Read information about living in the Wollongong local government area and services provided by the City of Wollongong Council.
Read information and watch videos about refugee community support available in Wollongong.
Search for information about health services, educational institutions, sporting clubs, arts and cultural events and community groups in Wollongong.
Settlement services in Wollongong
The Humanitarian Support Program (HSP) and the Settlement Engagement and Transition Support Program (SETS) are key services to help you when you first settle in Wollongong. These organisations provide support with housing, education, employment, English language learning and connecting with the local community.
Migrant and refugee settlement services (Australian Red Cross)
Read information about Australian Red Cross' migrant and refugee settlement services.
Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (MCCI)
Read information about the Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (MCCI), a non-profit charity that supports people and communities from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds in the Illawarra/Shoalhaven, and ACT/Queanbeyan regions.
Service for the Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture and Trauma Survivors (STARTTS)
Read information about Service for the Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture and Trauma Survivors (STARTTS), an organisation that assists thousands of people every year heal from the scars of torture and refugee trauma, and rebuild their lives in Australia.
NAVITAS Skilled Futures
Read information about NAVITAS, an international education group offering a range of educational programs, including English language training, vocational courses and creative media qualifications.
Local services and organisations in Wollongong
Find services in Wollongong, including health care, education providers, legal support and employment services that can help you settle successfully.
Migration Heritage Project (MHP)
Read information about the Migration Heritage Project (MHP), a community initiative that advocates to protect, promote and celebrate the diverse heritage of Illawarra’s community.
Ignite program (Settlement Services International)
The Ignite Program supports people with a business idea for self-employment with mentoring and practical support.
Thrive Refugee Enterprise
Read information about Thrive Refugee Enterprise which assist men and women refugees and migrants to rebuild their lives through work, either by owning a small business or gaining employment.
Illawarra Women’s Health Centre
Read information about the Illawarra Women’s Health Centre, which provides free or low-cost and affordable medical, allied and complementary health care. It offers health and well-being programs, groups and education to improve women’s health.
University of Wollongong
Read information about the University of Wollongong.
Wollongong campus (TAFE NSW)
Read information about TAFE NSW Wollongong campus.
English language support directory list (Wollongong)
Search for English language support in Wollongong.
Legal Aid NSW
Search for answers to your legal questions.
Supported Accommodation and Homelessness Services Shoalhaven Illawarra
Read information about Supported Accommodation which Homelessness Services Shoalhaven Illawarra, which is a not-for-profit specialist homelessness service supporting vulnerable women and families in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions.
Workforce Australia providers list
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