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Refugee Council of Australia

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We are Australia's national umbrella body for refugees and people seeking protection, and the organisations and individuals who support them.

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"It’s embarrassing to all involved in publishing or repeating this misinformation that none of them did even the most basic fact checking." - Paul Power, CEO, Refugee Council of Australia abc.net.au/news/2025-01-3…

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In November 2023, a High Court ruling set limits on indefinite detention. The Australian Government is now implementing the draconian legislation it passed to thwart this decision. Read our full statement: refugeecouncil.org.au/refugee-counci…

In November 2023, a High Court ruling set limits on indefinite detention. The Australian Government is now implementing the draconian legislation it passed to thwart this decision. 

Read our full statement: refugeecouncil.org.au/refugee-counci…
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"The success of CRISP is a testament to the power of community-driven support in the refugee resettlement process, ensuring a smoother transition and fosters a sense of connection." - Dr Louise Olliff, Senior Policy Advisor, Refugee Council of Australia refugeecouncil.org.au/crisp-becomes-…

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"In acknowledging the Australian Government’s efforts in responding to the war in Ukraine, we hope the process can be improved and expanded to different communities, providing certainty at times of crisis." - Paul Power, CEO, Refugee Council of Australia refugeecouncil.org.au/learning-austr…

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NOMINATIONS OPEN! Are you making a difference for refugees? Know someone who is? Self-nominations welcome! Open to nominees based in NSW, Australia 📅 Deadline: 11 May, 11:00 PM Nominate now: startts.org.au/nsw-humanitari… Refugee Council of Australia #HumanitarianAwards

NOMINATIONS OPEN! Are you making a difference for refugees? Know someone who is? 
Self-nominations welcome!
Open to nominees based in NSW, Australia
📅 Deadline: 11 May, 11:00 PM
Nominate now: startts.org.au/nsw-humanitari…
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#HumanitarianAwards
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We're appalled by reports that Thailand violated international law by forcibly returning to China 40 Uyghur men it had detained for more than a decade. refugeecouncil.org.au/forced-return-…

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💬 Ever heard a false claim and didn’t know whether to respond? 🤷‍♂️ 🧠 Our framework helps you decide: Should you prebunk, debunk, or ignore? 📖 Get the full guide: bit.ly/4h9YEgJ 👉 Sign up for a speed briefing to learn when and how to respond: events.humanitix.com/speed-briefing…

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What’s the best way to counter misinformation about refugees and migrants? And when is misinformation best ignored? A huge thank you to our sector colleagues from UNSW Kaldor Centre - Daniel Ghezelbash and saul wodak - for this important piece. The Conversation - Australia + New Zealand theconversation.com/misinformation…

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Using digital platforms to advocate for refugees? This award is for YOU! Open to nominees based in NSW, Australia 📅 Deadline: 11 May 🔗 Nominate now: startts.org.au/nsw-humanitari… #HumanitarianAwards Refugee Council of Australia

Using digital platforms to advocate for refugees? This award is for YOU!
Open to nominees based in NSW, Australia
📅 Deadline: 11 May
🔗 Nominate now: startts.org.au/nsw-humanitari…

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"It is essential that the Australian Government uses the upcoming Federal Budget to reaffirm its international commitments to support refugees on our doorstep." - Paul Power, CEO, Refugee Council of Australia refugeecouncil.org.au/refugee-counci…

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Last night, the Federal Government delivered its 2025-26 Budget. As always, we’ve analysed that budget to help explain what it means for refugees and people seeking asylum in Australia. Read our key takeaways from last night's Budget ⬇️ refugeecouncil.org.au/analysis-2025-…

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Nominations open for the NSW Humanitarian Awards 2025! Nominate a teacher, lawyer, youth leader, athlete, business, digital advocate—or yourself. 📅 Deadline: 11 May, 11PM 📍 Open to NSW-based nominees 🔗 startts.org.au/nsw-humanitari… Refugee Council of Australia

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This week, we commemorate the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon, a crisis that changed Australia. refugeecouncil.org.au/fall-of-saigon/

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We joined with 39 organisations across the refugee sector to congratulate Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on his reelection, and affirmed our commitment in working towards an Australia that is fairer, kinder and more welcoming to all. Read our letter: refugeecouncil.org.au/2025-sector-le…

We joined with 39 organisations across the refugee sector to congratulate Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on his reelection, and affirmed our commitment in working towards an Australia that is fairer, kinder and more welcoming to all.
Read our letter: refugeecouncil.org.au/2025-sector-le…