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October 2022
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Five Priority Action Groups - off and running
"I am engaging with the GameChange program to contribute my part by sharing my skills, experience and passion for collaborating to shape a better skills and jobs network within the focused areas."
- Kayenat Ali, 'Communication & Collaboration' Priority Action Group member
With the Priority Actions decided collectively by all sectors of the community in July, the Five Priority Action Groups (PAGs) have now all met at least twice, with further collaborative discussions planned at least monthly. PAG members, including those with lived experience, meet to discuss issues, workshop ideas and plan ways to test possible solutions, so we can learn as a community and advocate for lasting, positive change in our jobs and employment sector.
Resources and funding are available to the PAGs to test some of their ideas - watch this space.
GameChange Principles
Collaboration
Australian federal, state and local governments have all recently published plans recognising that for positive changes in the employment sector to have real impact, communication and collaboration with all stakeholders, must be an imperative - a principle also underpinning GameChange.
- Read more about the Federal Government's Jobs and Skills Summit Outcomes
- Read more about the Victorian Government's Skills Plan
Your voice is important - contact GameChange if you'd like to help to create a better jobs system. Email the team: gamechange@cgd.vic.gov.au
Early Wins
Turning the Tables with Natalia Starakis
Recently, we sat down for a chat with Natalia Starakis to hear about how Natalia's life changed for the better when she advocated for herself and other jobseekers at a GameChange roundtable event.
Spotlight On
Recruiting differently
It can be hard finding the headspace and physical time to change the way you do things. At two recent events in our region, employers did exactly that, by undertaking a different employment process than normal, which led to spectacular results.
Employment Resources
Support for business - employing mature-aged workers
An online hub has been developed to support employers with existing; or who are looking to employ mature-aged staff. This resource can make it easier to promote jobs, assess your workplace, apply for relevant subsidies and ensure a good experience for both employer and employee.
Free assessment of overseas-qualifications
It's hard to find work in your given profession if your overseas education isn't clearly recognised in Australia. This state government resource may be useful, translations also available.
Read more about qualifications assessments
This is an area GameChange is looking to further support.
“Good opportunity for me to be able to work on a problem that is very real and affects my community and will support the design of an improved jobs system to better support migrants and refugees"
- Khushal Moradzai, 'Investing in Those that Need it Most' Priority Action Group member
Supporting Community
Capability Building
GameChange is co-developing two courses designed to build capacity and confidence for participation in community-led initiatives and engagement groups.
The programs provide a unique opportunity for participants to engage in a diverse group where a range of learning and capacity building frameworks including adaptive leadership, adult development and positive psychology will be used to empower participants.
For more information, email the team: gamechange@cgd.vic.gov.au
Your Opportunity to Make a Difference
Priority Action Groups - be part of the change.
For more information on the action groups or to nominate yourself, a friend or colleague, contact the GameChange team.
Email: gamechange@cgd.vic.gov.au
Have you seen a change?
Share examples of where you've noticed positive change or impact, no matter how small, via our online tool. This will help us to build momentum, review our progress, learn and improve.
“It’s a welcome opportunity to contribute to a project that could really change a person’s life"
- Nick Salerni, 'Central Employment Hub' Priority Action Group member
What is GameChange?
Building on Council's successful work within the employment landscape, SEBN's GameChange was designed to be a community-led program.
Supported by Greater Dandenong City Council and the Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions, we engage employers, job seekers, service providers and training organisations to better work together and shape a healthier, more effective jobs and skills system.
Contact the GameChange Support Team
Would you like to get in touch with the team or provide some general feedback on the jobs, skills and employment system or perhaps write an article for the newsletter?
Email the team: gamechange@cgd.vic.gov.au
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