OISH
Home Away From Home
We are the first international student hub that is led and organised by international students.
About OISH
A community for international students and by international students
Oz International Students Hub (OISH) is a hub run for and by international students leading welcome, support, and justice initiatives in NSW.
A ‘HOME AWAY FROM HOME,' OISH organises campaigns, projects, and activities for a welcoming, supportive, and just international student experience in Australia. The Hub creates a community of care and support for students and links them up to broader Australian society in safe and mutually transformative ways.
Our Story
The Oz International Student Hub (OISH) was officially launched in May 2021 with representation from the Local and State government, the education sector, and civil society organisations with coverage from Sydney Morning Herald and SBS News. During the launch, we welcomed the support of Investment NSW through a grant of $120k for an Intake Support Service run by Sydney Community Forum.
The Hub is a partnership project between Sydney Community Forum (SCF) and Sydney Alliance through an initial community grant of AUD 100,000 from the City of Sydney. The hub functions both online and in physical space, through an in-kind donation by Red Hill Education in Surry Hills in Sydney.
OISH is endorsed by over 40 civil society organisations across NSW.
International students are a vibrant and diverse community. OISH creates a space for international students to connect and feel a sense of belonging.
For International Students
Student Voices
"OISH was the space I turned to in my hour of need - I intended to stay engaged as we build power and opportunity."
Dr. Sarah Jafari
"I am a very proud international student who has had more jobs than barbie because this is the essence of who we are, resilient people that are willing to work, study and travel really far in order to get the right opportunity."
Tatiana Maria Arévalo Gonzalez
"In that time of need, the OISH community gave me confidence and the power to act."
Anisha Pokharel
For Contributors & Partners
Be a part of the collaborative network to transform the Education sector and to create the best experience for international students in NSW.
The Oz International Student Hub (OISH) serves as a central hub for social inclusion, access to housing and workplace rights, mental health, government services, community belonging and volunteering opportunities. The focus of the Hub is to grow connections and build a sense of community - by students, for students providing opportunities to support the International Education sector in NSW to engage dynamically with the community and its partners.
Our Stakeholders
Civil Society Organisations
Government
Private Providers
Chaitra Hareesh (she/her)
Sydney Community Forum
David Barrow (he/him)
Lead Organiser,
Sydney Alliance
Hub Staff
Nirjala Pandey (she/her)
Sydney Community Forum
Gabriela Weiss (she/her)
Sydney Community Forum
Asha Ramzan (she/her)
Executive Officer,
Sydney Community Forum
Erika Katalbas (she/her)
Sydney Community Forum
Book an Appointment
Book a meeting with International Students Hub staff to understand how you and your organisation can get involved
Support OISH
Banking Details:
Bendigo Bank Account name: Sydney Community Forum Ltd
BSB: 633-000
Account No: 154 384 655
Important:
When donating, please add the description "OISH"
About SCF:
Sydney Community Forum Ltd is a Company Limited by Guarantee registered with ASIC and the Australian Charities & Not-For-Profits Commission (ACNC). ACN: 001 231 134 | ABN: 64 001 231 134
Contact Us
If you or anyone in your network would like to engage and work with OISH on existing or upcoming projects, please get in touch.
Email: projectofficer@scfonline.org.au
Phone: 0437 696 166
