Services

Sewing

  • Teaching the basics:
  • Every craft requires the right tools,
  • Choosing a sewing machine -The use a sewing machine
  • Different stitches- Planning in sewing.- Patten in sewing: – Fabrics in sewing.

Knitting

The Basics of Hand Knitting

  • Different stitches
  • Knitting and purling correctly
  • Recognizing knit and purl stitches
  • Brioche Knitting.
  • Two-Colour Brioche Knitting.
  • Entrelac Knitting.
  • Knitting with Beads.
  • Steeking
  • Double Knitting; Read and carry out a Patten

Crochet

  • Different stitches
  • Read the Patten
  • Carry out a Patten
  • Read and carry out a Patten

Alterations and mending, basket weaving

Basics read and carry out a Patten

In all these crafts, it is required to use some tools and techniques; to increase the efficiency and productivity. Section from side to side near to the ground performing operators’ improvement: based on new technology

Emotion Support and other referrals:

  • This will be done by Volunteers skilled in the asked for area during friendly conversation
  • Allow them to say what they feel without judgement.
  • Ask questions to clarify or better understand their experiences
  • Verbally summarize or reflect on what they have said.
  • People show emotional support for others by offering genuine encouragement, reassurance, and compassion.
  • Warm referrals can include phoning the service for the person, passing on information
    to the service with the person’s consent and, in some case, with the client’s permission; the volunteer makes an appointment to an appropriate supporting organization.

English conversation

Conversation Techniques

Skilled volunteer will sit down with participants and converse with them
They have techniques to use with beginners. And they have key of innovation tools.
Like any other skill, you can improve your spoken English if you practice regularly and follow these simple techniques. Listening…Imitate. ..Read. …Reflect. …Prepare. …Speak. ..Practice

  • Make the purpose of the conversation clear and work towards it. …
  • Speak slowly and clearly. ….
  • Use body language. …
  • Listen carefully. …
  • Be clear about what you do and don’t want to speak about.
  • Innovative technology in training to assist women to better understand and navigate documentation, forms, required apps and websites and provide training.
  • Used of new technology in English learning.

Job searching strategies that you can use to find a great job

  • Be selective with your search.
  • Maintain a strong digital presence.
  • Customize your application.
  • Learn a new skill.
  • Network regularly.
  • Participate in job fairs.
  • Visit company websites.
  • Leverage your current relationships.

Jobs search opportunities,
resumes assistance & interview practices

Skilled volunteers will assist in this area and they have key of innovation tools.

Tips for writing a successful resume

  • What is a resume: It is a document that you send to potential employers when applying to jobs. It contains your accomplishments and skills as well as your educational background and relevant work –experience. Learning how to create a successful resume can help you impress employers and increase your chances of getting an interview. In this article, we provide you with tips to help you craft and hone your resume.
  • Resumes vary greatly depending on the individual. However, there is a general framework you can follow. – You must present your unique skills and experience, and you should do it in a way that makes you stand out to potential employers. Here are some tips to help you craft a successful resume
  • Incorporate common keywords used in job description
  • Choose a profession layout and font
  • Optimize your skills section
  • Update and include your contact information
  • Customize your resume for every employer
  • Update your references.
  • Edit and proofread your resume.

The Bottom Line

Practicing your interview skills will help reduce stress during your actual interview, and will allow you to focus on connecting with your interviewer rather than struggling to come up with answers. The more familiar you are with the types of interview questions you’ll be asked, the better prepared you will be to interview. Taking some time to practice with one of our volunteers will boost your confidence and help you ace your job interviews.
Innovated tools use by WPOI volunteer will help you to highly achieve your dreams.

Interviewing Practice

There are several ways to prepare for an interview at home but at this time it is with WPI‘s volunteer.

 

  • Interview volunteer coach
    Taking the time to practice for a job interview with one of our skilled volunteer will help you feel comfortable during the job interview, enhance your interview skills, and increase your chances of getting a job offer.
    What’s the best way to practice?
    Make fun of interview with our volunteer is one way to learn and practice interviewing skills, as well as using our interview preparation tool as some of these woman can’t afford professional assistance.
  • Dress the Part
    Not only will dressing the part makes you feel like you are heading to a real job interview, but it will also allow you to make sure that your interview clothes are in order and you’re ready to go.
  • Volunteer will record you when practicing
    Assess your body and your answers to the questions; Pay attention to your posture and eye contact; you don’t want to fidget, become too wordy, or sound unconfident.
  • Practice Answering Interview Questions with one of our Volunteers.
    The simplest way to prepare is to create a list of common interview questions and answer each question out loud; our volunteer will help you with this.
    The more you practice, the more you will be prepared to respond during an actual job interview. It’s important to practice out loud so you can get used to verbalizing your answers and become more comfortable speaking.
  • Set up an Interview Space
    Your practice run will feel more like an actual interview if an interview space is set up, volunteer will set the scene for your practice and interview practice will be like formal.

VISION

  • Community integration
  • We can plan, participate, promote and prosper.
  • Network support to assist participants with daily living in Australia
  • Make good quality items for gifts, to sell and to gain skills.
  • Women become gainfully employed, with greater resilience, broader social networks, as active participants in the community.
  • Australian- Rwandan women are empowered, integrated in the community, developed wellbeing and socio-economically independent

MISSION STATEMENT

WPI are committed to combat social isolation among migrant Australian women in the South East Queensland through sewing and craft activities, provide emotional support to the victims of trauma and promote active participation in the community through the essential skills that will enable them to secure employment in the future

FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY

The principal sources of income will include some donations, grants, fundraising and hand made products.
At the beginning activities are conducted on a voluntary basis.
However, an incentive can be provided to the group depending on the availability of income generating activities and other funds.
his will involve the group in working hard and promote social economic sustainability in the future.

Management Structure

Director
General Assembly
Management
Sewing and Craft
English as a Second Language
Emotion Support & Referrals
Sponsorship & Fundraising

Contact Details

Secretary: Cyprian Ntezimana
4/2 North Road Woodridge Queensland 4114 Australia