Refugee AFL Program - Behind the News
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Channel: Behind the News · 2016 · Education
A new AFL coaching program has been created to help young refugees feel more connected to their community. It's already been hailed a success by AFL representatives and community leaders. But one amazing young girl sees it as more than just fun. She sees it as her ticket to the big time. BTN STORY PAGE http://www.abc.net.au/btn/story/s4572496.htm RELATED BTN STORY Nine years ago the North Melbourne AFL team set up a project called 'the Huddle' to help refugee and migrant kids settle into the area. The program gives them a place to study and volunteers help them through their homework. It's also encouraging them to enjoy footy too. http://www.abc.net.au/btn/story/s4464762.htm
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