Category: Important Dates

R U OK? Day 2024

Group photo of our Lake Haven staff all with yellow ribbons attached to their clothing

Today, 12 September, is R U OK? Day, and the 2024 theme, ‘Ask R U OK? Any Day,’ reminds us that checking in with each other is important not just today, but every day. At Global Skills, our teams wore yellow to show our commitment to fostering supportive environments where everyone feels comfortable talking about mental health.

Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week 2024

Man in wheelchair working at a laptop

When celebrating strength in independence Global Skills recognises the power of employment in helping people with disability achieve their full potential.

International Youth Day 2024

On Monday, the Global Skills Central Coast Transition to Work (TtW) teams had the pleasure of celebrating International Youth Day with our young people.

NAIDOC 2024

Indigenous dancers and Naidoc week logo

Yesterday, Global Skills was proud to participate in the Central Coast NAIDOC Community Day, celebrating the rich culture and remarkable achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Pride Month 2024: Compassion And Courage

rainbow swirl on navy background. Includes our logo in rainbow colours and our "proud member of Acon's Welcome Here Project" logo.

In June, as we celebrate Pride Month, Global Skills stands in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community, advocating for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Participation in Pride Month is an opportunity for us all to demonstrate support and solidarity. If you are looking for ways to get involved, read more.

Autism Awareness Month 2024

Autism ribbon made up of coloured jigsaw puzzle pieces

Numbers from The Australian Bureau of Statistics reveal that over 200,000 individuals in Australia are living with autism. For Global Skills, this information confirms the importance of creating opportunities for meaningful employment for all.

Harmony Day 2024

3 of our staff in orange

Happy #HarmonyDay! Today, as Global Skills celebrates diversity, we’re reminded of the continuing theme: #EveryoneBelongs.

Transgender Awareness Week 2023: 7 Tips for Being a Better Ally

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As a proud member of ACON’s Welcome Here Project, Global Skills is committed to creating positive change within our local communities for all LGBTQIA+ people. This week, 13 – 19 November, is Trans Awareness Week and an opportunity for us to share ACON’s 7 tips for being a better ally to trans and gender diverse people.

World Sight Day 2023

text: heart symbol followed by 'your eyes at work'

Global Skills is proud to support IAPD in promoting this year’s theme, ‘Love Your Eyes at Work’ which highlights the importance of eye care in the workplace.