My time to learn
Things changed for Mey after her father died.
“In my country, life was hard for me.”
Mey was unable to continue in school and went to work to help support the family.
“I had to leave school after Year 7. My brothers stayed in school but I had to help mum.”
Mey worked as a street vendor. She was a fantastic cook and people loved her food. When she left Cambodia and came to Australia with her husband, she didn’t speak one word of English. She was shy and felt isolated.
“My husband or mother in law always had to go wherever I went. But I wanted to do things myself.”
Dallas Neighbourhood House‘s Learn Local English language pre-accredited program has made a big difference in Mey’s life. Now she can shop and visit the doctor on her own, and much more.
“I can talk with people. I am confident with people. I am very happy.”
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My time to learn
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I learn a lot from my teachers
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From dressmaker to carer
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A lifelong learning journey
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Work skills for a new life
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New challenges ahead
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A new direction
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Resilient and reconnected
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Sense of confidence
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Paying off big time
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A leader in the making
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Taking that next step
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Opening new doors
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21st century learning
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New town, new start
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From daunted to dedicated
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Taking pride in his work
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A brighter future
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Young mum finds purpose
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Computer skills for life
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At work you need digital skills
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Learning and making friends
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I just fit in here
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Time for a career shift
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An opportunity for a new career
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I wasn’t super confident
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Helping more at home
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Planning an event
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Learning to be yourself
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From the factory floor
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Finding the right help
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Caring for older people
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Building new skills
