Sisterworks: Empowering Migrant & Refugee Women

SisterWorks, a Melbourne-based social enterprise, which is supported by Westpac Foundation, has helped over 2,500 women from 105 countries in its first decade. It offers a range of education programs that help the women to develop their skills, build their confidence and forge connections.

Australia is home to over 7.6 million migrants, making up nearly 30 per cent of the population. Among them are countless women who face unique challenges as they navigate their new lives.

From finding an Australian referee for job applications to negotiating the country’s complex superannuation system, the hurdles can seem overwhelming. SisterWorks helps to bridge these gaps, offering programs that cover everything from understanding employment contracts to job interviews.