Over the past few weeks in ILT, our Year 9 and 10 students have participated in some Social Justice Workshops with Vinnies.

Our students had a lot of fun while hearing from one of Vinnies School Engagement officers, Sharkie, and learnt so much about the impact that Vinnies has on those facing social injustices in our local community. It was an eye-opening experience that got students thinking about the opportunities that we too often take for granted, the luxuries we don’t notice we have, and how they can treat everyone they encounter with human dignity.

It was wonderful to hear about the programs that Vinnies facilitates for young people who don’t get the chance to enjoy some of the opportunities and activities we often do, to learn more about the work of the Vinnies night patrol vans and migrant and refugee programs, and to see how the money we raise or even spend at Vinnies shops is used to fund these life-changing programs. Students were encouraged to think about the ways that they can help others and support the work of Vinnies, and reminded that even the little things we can do can make a huge difference in the life of another. 

Any student who wants to know more about the work of Vinnies in our community or is interested in volunteering with Vinnies is encouraged to come talk to us about how they can become a volunteer!

Miss Bree Foley (Kuhn)
Youth Ministry Officer
Mathieu House