Adelaide PHN in Action
Photo: Backpacks donated by Adelaide PHN in support with Backpacks 4 Kids
Ukrainian Refugee Support Early in May 2022, Adelaide PHN was provided an opportunity to work with the Department for Health and Wellbeing, and the Department of Premier and Cabinet, to support an event hosted by The Advertiser Foundation for newly arrived Ukrainian families in South Australia. We provided in-language resources and appropriate commissioned service supports, and with the help of Backpacks 4 Kids, we were able to donate 15 backpacks to the Ukrainian children. The families were incredibly appreciative of the support and felt
very welcomed into the state. Remaining donations will be provided by the Advertiser Foundation to Ukrainian community groups to distribute amongst families, including those who weren’t able to attend the event or any future arrivals. The Advertiser Foundation initiative resulted in the community raising over $90,000 for Ukrainian refugees, with many more expected. Adelaide PHN was extremely honoured to support these families and look forward to our future contributions. A wrap-up of the event can be found on The Advertiser’s website.
How can you help? You can help those affected by the Ukraine conflict by donating to the Shout appeal. The funds you donate will help displaced Ukrainian families get established with basic needs in South Australia. Learn more by visiting shoutforgood.com/ fundraisers/ukraine
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