Hedayat Osyan

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Hedayat Osyan

I believe that I'm very lucky and fortunate to come to Australia- land of opportunity. I work hard to contribute back to society where they accepted me as a new countryman. They welcome me with open arms and now it's my turn to give something back. I don't take everything for granted. I appreciate everything I have and achieved. 

I've fled Afghanistan, traveled to Dubai, Malaysia, Indonesia and finally to Christmas Island in December 2009. The Australian government transferred me to Broadmeadows detention centre in VIC and when I received my permanent visa I moved to Sydney where I started my English classes and High School.

  • OriginGhazni, Afganistan
  • TransitI've fled Afghanistan, traveled to Dubai, Malaysia, Indonesia and finally to Christmas Island in December 2009. The Australian government transferred me to Broadmedow detention centre in VIC and when I received my permanent visa I moved to Sydney where I started my English classes and High School. 
  • ArrivalSydney
  • DateFebruary 2010