A memoir published by Barron Field, who was a judge in the Supreme Court of New South Wales from 1817 to 1824, is where Damper first appears. The term is taken from a Lancashire word that means "something that damps the appetite" in the Australian Dictiornary Centre. (O’Connell, n.d.)

In the Sydney Morning Herald in 1946, Bill Beatty wrote the following recipe:

'Take 1 lb of flour, water and a pinch of salt. Mix it into a stiff dough and knead for at least one hour, not continuously, but the longer it is kneaded the better the damper. Press with the hands into a flat cake and cook it in at least a foot of hot ashes.

There are other methods of cooking.  The dough can be wrapped around a stick, which is suspended over the fire. A neater method, and one that’s commonly used today, is to cook the damper in an iron camp oven, avoiding the need to brush off the ashes before eating.' (O’Connell, n.d.)

Physically, it means to be able to nourish my body with healthy foods, staying active, and getting enough rest. 

Mentally, health means maintaining a positive mindset, and managing stress. It's about staying mentally resilient and adaptable in life's challenges.

Emotionally, it's about growing deep connections with people who make me happy, and being in tune with my emotions. It's also about being able to seeking help when needed and offering support to others. 

Despite having the legal right to work in Australia, many refugees have trouble finding jobs. Many immigrants have said that the working skills they brought with them to Australia are difficult to find jobs with. Lack of work experience in Australia and non-recognition of educational and professional achievements are further obstacles to finding employment. Asylum seekers also frequently have job limitations on their temporary visas, which makes it challenging for them to obtain employment (Coalition, 2021). 

While refugees have the right to work in Australia, many struggle to find employment (Coalition, 2021). This can make it changeling for refugees to afford basic amenities. The competitive market in Australia often makes it difficult for these refugees to find affordable housing. 

Evidence from research studies indicates that between 35% and 90% of refugees and asylum seekers suffer food insecurity, with 11% to 40% of individuals reporting extreme hunger. This degree of food insecurity for the Australian population ranges from 4% to 18%. (Coalition, 2021)
To help refugees with these challenges, it is essential to provide them with support in the form of food assistance programs, and education on affordable and nutritious food options (Membership, 2023).

Tuberculosis : WHO Tuberculosis ProfileExternal states that, Iraq reported 8,664 new cases of tuberculosis in 2012 and a prevalence of 73 cases per 100,000 population.

From 2008 to 2013, 0.2% of Iraqi refugees arrived in the US with a TB class B1 which is fully treated using a 6-month course of 4 antibiotics drugs that are provided with education, and support to the patient by a health worker or trained volunteer (Tuberculosis, n.d.)(Iraqi Refugee Health Profile | CDC, 2023).

Cancer : Breast cancer was the most common cause of cancer death among Iraqi refugee women screened outside of Iraq. (Iraqi Refugee Health Profile | CDC, 2023)

·       4 cups all-purpose flour

·       1 teaspoon salt

·       2 teaspoons baking powder

·       1 cup lukewarm water or milk (or more, at 36°C)

1. Add the flour and baking powder in a bowl.

2. Start mixing with a spoon and slowly add in the water (or milk).

3. Add the salt and mix with the hands until all the flour is well moistened, and it begins to form a ball. If necessary, add water (or milk) or flour to adjust the texture.

4. Remove the dough from the bowl and place it on a lightly floured surface, fold it, turn it over and knead it briefly until it is smooth. However, do not knead the dough too much as this will make the damper heavy.

5. Preheat the oven to 200°C.

6. Heat a cast iron pot or Dutch oven in the oven for 5 minutes. Dust the pot with flour and add the dough in it. Flatten the ball of dough to the edges.

7. Bake the damper for about 45 minutes or until the top is lightly browned.

8. The bread will swell during baking.

9. Shake the pot from time to time during baking to ensure even browning.

10. The bread is baked when a knife inserted in the centre of it comes out clean. The bread should offer a hollow sound when tapped in the centre

11. Let the damper sit for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. (SMYTH, n.d.)

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