Compelling news from the refugee and migrant sector

Trump’s immigration policies a disaster for humanitarianism

21 January 20250 comments

On his first day in office US President Donald Trump has signed a raft of executive orders that are indicative of his administration’s approach to migration and… Read Full Article

From Gaza to Melbourne: Nirmaan’s story

17 January 20250 comments

As the much-welcomed ceasefire appears to be imminent in Gaza, the legacy of 15 months of conflict is a grave humanitarian crisis, urban destruction and the deaths… Read Full Article

Communities welcome Gaza ceasefire

17 January 20250 comments

Palestinian and Jewish community members in Australia have welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire deal in Gaza after 15 months of conflict.

The ceasefire, if it holds, is… Read Full Article

Refugee’s journey comes full circle

18 December 20240 comments

In 2009 Bwe Thay arrived in Melbourne as a refugee from Burma and was supported by settlement agency AMES Australia.

This week, he became a member of the… Read Full Article

Refugee family rescued from care crisis

11 December 20240 comments

A refugee family facing significant and multiple barriers to settlement have been supported to build happy, successful lives in Adelaide thanks to a collaboration between humanitarian settlement… Read Full Article

New book highlights our shared humanity

11 December 20240 comments

A compelling new book tells the inspirational stories of second-generation migrant Australians, who share their families’ settlement journeys and their own search for identity.

Titled ‘At the Heart… Read Full Article

Latest Articles

March 2024

Migrant women find independence and more rights in Australia

8 March 20240 comments

Migrant and refugee women in Australia are finding more independence and opportunity in Australia as well as a healthier...

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Multicultural artist’s work on show

8 March 20240 comments

A new art exhibition explores the nexus between watercolour, Australian landscapes and Chinese art traditions. The...

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February 2024

Refugee academic now supporting other displaced people

28 February 20240 comments

Muqtader Yousafzai was the youngest Afghan to be awarded a full scholarship to study for a PhD. In 2020, he...

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Migrant’s community work honoured in Australia Day awards

28 February 20240 comments

Promoting multiculturalism and advocating for gender equality are twin passions for Florence Mauwa. And it was her work in...

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