Compelling news from the refugee and migrant sector

Afghan woman speaks out against Taliban’s oppressive regime

24 January 20250 comments

An Afghan woman living in Australia has called on the international community to support the women of Afghanistan whose rights and access to education and employment have… Read Full Article

Challenges mount for migrants and refugees in the U.S.

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

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Diversity in class impacts on how children develop

9 February 20151 comment

Cultural diversity in the classroom can have a profound effect on the way children learn, new research has found....

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Refugee students need more than just English classes

9 February 20153 comments

Refugee and migrant children entering Australian schools need holistic support to put them at ease and help them adjust...

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Diverse workforce powers the economy, say top business leaders

5 February 20150 comments

Some of Australia’s most successful businesses are putting their money where their morals are by embracing a campaign to...

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Cultural festivals flourish in Melbourne

3 February 20150 comments

A six-month program of festivals, workshops and events to celebrate immigrant culture and food was launched recently at...

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