26 February 2012, Melbourne: Sunday Circle Refugee Conversations

The Loreto Sisters have pleasure in inviting you to 'Sunday Circle Refugee Conversations'.

When: Sunday 26 February

Time: 3pm for 3.30—5.30 pm

Where: Treacy Centre, 126 The Avenue, Parkville

Sr Brigid Arthur csb will guide recent asylum seekers as they share their stories.

David Manne, who acted for asylum seekers in the recent challenge to the Malaysia Solution in the High Court, will discuss the legal position of refugees and asylum seekers in Australia.

Bookings for this free event: www.trybooking.com/BBUD

Loreto Sisters website: http://www.loreto.org.au

More information about Sunday Circle Refugee conversations: http://www.loreto.org.au/Home/News-Media/News/Sunday-Circle-Refugee-Conversations.aspx

8 December, Sydney: JRS Christmas Party

Staff, volunteers, refugees, asulum seekers and friends of JRS are invited to attend the annual JRS Christmas Party. Invitations to follow.

1 November, Sydney: JRS Melbourne Cup Luncheon

The highlight of the annual social calendar has come around again with the JRS Melbourne Cup Luncheon set to take place on 1 November 2011 at Dockside, Sydney. All proceeds will go to support JRS in their mission to accompany and support refugees. Book your tickets now to avoid disappointment! Download a flyer here.

DATE: Tuesday 1st November 2011

PLACE: Dockside, The Balcony Level, Cockle Bay Wharf, city side of Darling Harbour

TIME: 11.30am onwards

COST: $125

YOU GET: A 3-course luncheon and drinks, prizes, sweeps, Calcutta, and a deep sense of well-being at having helped refugees and asylum seekers

Purchase your tickets online at http://www.stickytickets.com.au/6610 or contact Kim Mandelik at JRS (02) 9356 3888

This is fabulous day out for a worthy cause!

2011 JRS Youth Award

Students are invited to start considering their entries for the third annual JRS Youth Award. The closing date for entries this year is Friday 9 September, 2011. For more information and to download a flyer, click here.