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19 APRIL 2021 
Welcome to the latest edition of International Student News from Study NSW.In this edition we share updates on:
Study NSW wishes everyone observing Ramadan in NSW a safe, blessed and peaceful holy month. We encourage everyone to follow NSW Health advice during Ramadan. Enhance your employabilityNew Employability Program for international studentsBig news! Today we’re launching a new program to help international students land their dream job. Our 2021 Employability Program is free for international students studying in NSW or outside of Australia with a NSW education provider.We’ve partnered with Academy of Entrepreneurs, Haymarket HQ and Readygrad to deliver 18 FREE events over the next four months. The program includes virtual and in-person events with guest speakers, student entrepreneurs and access one-on-one mentoring. Check it out!
Free Career Success Essential Workshops with City of Sydney This new program has been designed for international students to help you develop necessary skills to succeed in your job search and professional career. In this workshop series, you’ll increase your employability skills and career success by learning more about communication and job search strategies. Return of international studentsLatest updateThe NSW Government continues to progress planning for the return of international students to our State. Any announcements will be shared through the Study NSW mailing list and social media channels.For answers to frequently asked questions please visit the Study NSW website .COVID-19 support and resourcesMore than 20,000 food hampers distributed to international studentsThe NSW Government through Study NSW is working with Foodbank NSW & ACT to provide food hampers to international students in Sydney and regional NSW.Since July 2020, international students in NSW from universities, TAFE and private educational institutions have collected more than 20,000 food hampers through this program.Please help us better support you by taking 4 minutes to complete this survey to provide feedback on this support measure.Access your free food hamper Study NSW has partnered with Foodbank and 11 education and charity partners to distribute 62,500 food hampers to international students in NSW. There are 18 distribution centres with friendly volunteers ready to help. You can access hampers by completing this online form , or calling Foodbank on (02) 9756 3099 to find your closest distribution centre.
The latest COVID-19 restrictionsA number of COVID-19 restrictions across NSW were lifted on Monday 29 March as the State continues to move forward in a COVID-Safe way. However, important COVID-19 restrictions continue to apply to protect our community, and we need to maintain high rates of COVID-19 testing to remain safe.
Study NSW Partner Projects
Apply for Practera’s Business Opportunity Accelerator ProgramWith Study NSW funding, Practera is running a Business Opportunity Accelerator Program for international students. Orientation will be held on Thursday 6 May and the two-week program will start on Monday 10 May. If you’re looking to develop your problem solving and leadership skills, this is an opportunity not to be missed! 
Register for Farm Jobs Connect Virtual Jobs FairLearn about current job availabilities, accommodation options and the application process at the Farm Jobs Connect Virtual Job Fair on Friday 23 April from 4:00pm – 4:30pm . This Study NSW Partner Project is designed to connect international students with casual fruit picking work across NSW.
Learn, Earn & Thrive kicks offSydney Football Club and Study NSW’s project Learn, Earn & Thrive has kicked off, with six students from three universities appointed to the club. The work-integrated learning internships will offer real world business experience for the students in their areas of study. Health and wellbeingHave you seen the new International Student Health Hub?NSW Health and Study NSW have launched a new International Student Health Hub. It includes safe sex and sexual health questions tailored for international students. Find out more about HIV, sexually transmissible infections (STI), protection, testing and treatment. You have the right to make your own choices about safe sex, contraception, testing, pregnancy and more.
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