Compelling news from the refugee and migrant sector

Refugee convention marks 75 years under existential threat

30 July 20260 comments

This month marks the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention, which was created in the wake and amid the wreckage of World War II to help people fleeing…

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World Cup stars inspiring young refugees

16 July 20260 comments

In the first week of the current tournament Nestory Irankunda became the youngest player to score for Australia at a World Cup.
He was one a record nine refugees taking…

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Most people support refugee protection – global survey

16 July 20260 comments

Two thirds of people in a new global survey ​back the idea of providing refuge and protection to those fleeing war or persecution.
Support for refugees in 29 countries remains…

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Latino Australians rally to support Venezuela quake victims

10 July 20261 comment

Latin American communities around Australia are rallying to support the victims of the catastrophic earthquake in Venezuela.
Owner of the Papelon café in Melbourne’s Footscray Reveka Hurtado recently held a…

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Refugee Week 2026 – Syrian, Iraqi refugees happy and settling well, survey finds

19 June 20260 comments

Syrian and Iraqi refugees who came to Australia as a result of the conflict in their homelands are overwhelmingly happy with their lives, feeling safe and optimistic about the…

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Socceroos powered by refugees

16 June 20260 comments

Three Socceroos currently representing Australia and the World Cup arrived in Australia as refugees.
Nestory Irankunda, 20, Mohamed Touré, 22, and Awer Mabil, 30 all came to Australia as refugees.
They…

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October 2025

Study delves into the mental health of refugees 

29 October 20250 comments

Refugees suffering from post-traumatic stress and other mental health issues get worse because of the living conditions...

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Measuring Australians’ support of diversity

29 October 20250 comments

Australians are overwhelmingly supportive of migration and multiculturalism, and they value the nation’s diverse cultural...

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Intercultural cities provide benefits for all 

23 October 20250 comments

A new study from Europe shows that cities with strong intercultural or multicultural integration have higher rates of...

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Cultural diversity and body image  

23 October 20250 comments

Having an affinity with diverse cultures and being globally connected can improve a person’s body image and self-esteem,...

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