Mentors and role models
Members working in health, agriculture, education, trades and business share how they got there, and help with CVs, interviews and course choices.
Youth and students
The next generation of KENEWA
For Kenyan students at UNE and TAFE, and for young people growing up in Tamworth, Armidale and across New England. Find friends, a mentor and a voice.
Studying at UNE in Armidale?
Starting university far from home is hard. KENEWA has members in Armidale who have done it before: they can meet you at the bus, show you where to buy ugali flour, and invite you to Kenyan gatherings.
- A student contact in Armidale, so you have one person to message in your first weeks.
- The students' welcome evening each February, at the start of Trimester 1 (see events).
- Help with the basics: a tax file number, Medicare or overseas student health cover, a bank account and a part-time job. Start with your first 30 days.
- Community membership is $30 a year: news, events and the members' WhatsApp group. Students who want welfare cover for themselves can choose welfare membership ($200 a year).
UNE's own support for international students, counselling and accommodation is at une.edu.au (opens in a new tab).
Growing up Kenyan-Australian
Sport and fun
Family sports days, football and running groups, and the children's games at Jamhuri and Madaraka days.
Culture and language
Music, dance, food and Kiswahili at our family days, so young people keep a link with home.
A voice on the committee
The Student Representative brings young people's ideas to every committee meeting. Members aged 18 and over can vote and stand for the committee.
Volunteering
Help at events, take photos, or run a stall: good experience for a CV and a reference. Volunteer.
Safe for children
Adults who work with children at KENEWA hold a NSW Working With Children Check. Read our child safety commitment.
Under 18? Talk to your parent or guardian first: people under 18 can join with their written consent.