Catalyst  Clemente Newcastle Partners

	Since 1883, the Sisters of St. Joseph Lochinvar have been committed to continuing the mission of Jesus through a variety of ministries.  The  aims and values of Catalyst Clemente resonate with our Josephite spirit: it is for those who experience disadvantage and  marginalisation; it is focused on the dignity of the human person; it is an educational initiative which places knowledge at the service of personal and social transformation; it takes people where they are, values their life experience and accompanies them on a journey which offers hope for new possibilities. Like the Gospel, Catalyst Clemente is profoundly counter-cultural.		Australian Catholic University, with its origins in religious orders and institutes, brings a distinctive spiritual perspective to higher education and is guided by a fundamental concern for justice and equity, and for the dignity of all people. The University is pleased to be collaborating with all involved in Catalyst Clemente Newcastle. The potential of this university course stems very much from the way it is offered within the community with the support of community and Church organisations and the learning partners. The University acknowledges with much gratitude the commitment of the course participants, the lecturers, and all people involved in or supporting the program.
	CatholicCare Hunter-Manning is a vital mission and outreach agency of the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, seeking to stand with and assist people who are in need or marginalised in our community.  Catholic Care engages with thousands of families, couples, individuals and children.  It offers a range of aged care options including in-home support and respite, nine residential aged care facilities and self care units.  CatholicCare also provides childrens', youth, family and disability services, including foster care, adoption and supervised access; youth work including supported accommodation, skills training & support; & counselling for individuals, families and groups.  We are happy to provide hospitality to the Catalyst Clemente Program.		Compass Housing is a not for profit corporate organisation.  It works to alleviate the hardship for low to moderate income earning households by providing secure and affordable housing.  Compass is committed to assisting clients to develop a greater level of community involvement including participation in the company and an annual social activities program.  Through the Total Sustainability Program Compass assists clients to move to greater self sustaining, economic, environmental and social participation.  Encouraging clients to engage in a variety of education and training initiatives such as Catalyst Clemente, is a core dimension of a commitment to enhancing their total wellbeing.     Compass Housing has made a significant contribution to Catalyst Clemente Newcastle and is withdrawing as a  partner at the end of June 2010.
	For over 100 years, Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers have had a close relationship with many Orders and organisations of the Catholic Church, and we are very proud that our Newcastle office is actively involved in the Catalyst Clemente Newcastle program. Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers value community involvement and strive to make a significant contribution to the wider community and to make a positive difference to the lives of those whom we can assist. We recognise that the achievement of studying at University for someone who is disadvantaged is truly transform-ative and are pleased to collaborate with those involved. We have a representative who participates on the Management Team, and will endeavour to use our contacts in the corporate sector and the Newcastle legal community to assist the program continue to grow.		The Samaritans Foundation was established in 1984 as the social welfare organisation of the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle.  It seeks to express God’s care for all people, particularly those who are vulnerable and marginalised in our community through promoting acceptance, justice, reconciliation, peace and dignity for all.  Samaritans believes that people presently experiencing disadvantage have the right, equally with others, to fully participate in and contribute to community life. Education programs such as Catalyst Clemente greatly assist people to achieve these goals.

Organisations Supporting Catalyst Clemente
	The Anglican and Catholic Dioceses as well as the following:

St Francis Xavier's College

Catholic Schools Office

This year we have received invaluable support from Officeworks Newcastle who through the work of Rowan Lind provided study packs for every student and a supply of resources which will keep the whole group going through out the year.  Students are proud to carry their Officeworks bags which are a big help in keeping all study materials together.
We have also been grateful for the support of Westfield Newcastle Kotara who have made a donated Westfield Giftcards for 2010-2011 which help us procure important resources which keep Catalyst Clemente Newcastle going.  They have also given us use of their Charity Stand which has been helpful advertising for us.