Circle of Friends Australia Inc.
Supporting asylum seekers and refugees
Erfan Abidi started the Empowerment Network (Circle 132) after arriving in Australia from Afghanistan, following the take-over by the Taliban. His intention was to provide funds for teachers and resources in order to provide clandestine education for girls in Afghanistan. His Circle has grown enormously and now supports 30-40 secret schools. There is a lot of work connecting students to …
written by volunteer Alexis Potts I began volunteering with the Afghan Arrivals Circle (127), almost two years ago. I had recently retired and had always thought I would like to help refugees who had recently arrived in Australia. I found out about COFA on an internet search, sent an email, followed up by a phone call and soon I was …
Rumi Palace, this hidden gem invites you to share a true feast. Savour the rich aromas and flavours of Afghanistan across a delicious selection of shared entrées and mains. This event will support refugees in South Australia, with a raffle on the night to assist. You can also sponsor a refugee to attend if you’d like. Bring a special bottle …
The Circle of Friends Australia (COFA) Management Committee is looking for a volunteer to assist the Treasurer with accounting and book-keeping. The position will be principally home-based and will involve approximately 4 hours per week, with availability to respond to queries, attend meetings and network.
The Assistant treasurer will work with the Treasurer of Circle of Friends Australia Inc (COFA) whose responsibilities are:
– the sound financial administration of the organisation as a whole;
– ensuring compliance with financial reporting requirements, both internal and external;
– regularly reviewing financial procedures;
– advising the management committee on financial strategy
Circle of Friends Australia Inc. (COFA) is a registered charity that operates mainly in South Australia. It consists of a number of local community groups (Circles) which support refugees and asylum-seekers, both those living in the community, mainly in South Australia, but also some living in other countries in need of help. The overall management of COFA is the responsibility of the Management Committee, of which the treasurer is an integral part.
If you are interested a more detailed position description is available. To express your interest email Bruce Whyatt, Treasurer or Henrietta Wighton, Chair.
Perhaps the most significant aspect of our Circle is the established relationships we have with the families we support. Lyn Kerkham writes about the long term-commitment of the Effective Living Centre Circle to supporting refugee families in settling into Adelaide. The Effective Living Centre Circle of Friends (number 111) was set up in 2011 by members of the Uniting Church …