empowering young refugee &
Asylum Seeker women through education
Who We Are
We are an Independent Senior Secondary School providing a specialised and supportive educational experience that empowers young women from refugee backgrounds. We are a passionate, committed, and diverse group of people with a range of perspectives, skills and capabilities, committed to excellence in trauma-informed teaching and learning strategies and the removal of barriers to education faced by young women from refugee backgrounds.
Upcoming events
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International Women's Day Celebration & Excursion
Wednesday 12th March 2025 10AM-3PM
River Nile School is hosting an International Women’s Day celebration, focused on empowering young refugee women. We are offering a free excursion for up to 4 young female students at your school or community organisation who are of refugee or asylum seeker backgrounds, aged 15-24.
We invite them to come and celebrate International Women’s Day with us, and be inspired by empowered refugee and asylum seeker women as they empower younger generations of refugee and asylum seeker women with their stories of resilience, growth and strength.
MYKI day travel pass and lunch provided.
RSVP essential.
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Harmony Block Party
Thursday 3rd April 2025
2PM-6PM
River Nile School presents the Harmony Block Party, an unmissable celebration of the strengths, talents, and passions of refugee and asylum seeker youth. Immerse yourself in electrifying performances, stunning art, and cultural expressions while savoring mouthwatering dishes from refugee-owned food stalls and trucks. Dive into dynamic youth-led activities and explore a buzzing marketplace packed with community services designed to support young refugees and asylum seekers.
This block party is all about celebrating and empowering young people aged 16-24, with performers and a dynamic MC showcasing the incredible talents of refugee and asylum seeker youth. And the best part? It’s completely FREE! Entry, activities, and jaw-dropping performances won’t cost a thing—you’ll only need your wallet to indulge in the global flavors served up by our incredible food trucks and stalls.
All young people from refugee and asylum seeker backgrounds welcome!
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
