Promoting the participation of refugees in sporting activities
This report investigates the role of sport in assisting refugee settlement.
How you can help
Donate to support our work
To make a online donation by credit card using our secure donations system, click here.
Alternatively, you can make a donation by credit card, cheque, money order or direct deposit by downloading this donation form and sending it along with payment to the RCOA secretariat:
- By post: Suite 4A6, 410 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
- By fax: (02) 9211 9288
- By e-mail: info@refugeecouncil.org.au
Your donation will be confirmed and a receipt mailed to you after the form and payment have been received.
The Refugee Council of Australia is small, not-for-profit organisation and relies on public financial support to continue its vital work in research, education and advocacy. Donations to the RCOA are tax-deductible.
Become a member of RCOA
The Refugee Council of Australia is a membership-based organisation, with membership open to organisations and individuals committed to the protection of refugees. For details on membership, click here.
Stay informed
RCOA produces monthly email bulletins for its members and supporters. These bulletins include the latest information on refugee policy changes, new research and publications, coming events and a summary of refugee issues in the media. We also send our members and supporters information updates on issues affecting refugees and asylum seekers. If you would like to join our mailing list, contact us through info@refugeecouncil.org.au
Join the A Just Australia campaign
The A Just Australia (AJA) campaign is managed by the Refugee Council of Australia. The core mission of the campaign is to campaign for positive changes to government policy on refugee and asylum seekers. By working together with prominent Australians and community groups and thousands of concerned individuals, A Just Australia aims to achieve just and compassionate treatment of refugees, consistent with the human rights standards which Australia has developed and endorsed. For information on how to get involved, visit www.ajustaustralia.com
Become a Refugee Welcome Zone
A Refugee Welcome Zone is a Local Government Area which has made a commitment in spirit to welcoming refugees into the community, upholding the human rights of refugees, demonstrating compassion for refugees and enhancing cultural and religious diversity in the community. Find out how your local Council or Shire to become a Refugee Welcome Zone here.
Volunteer with the RCOA
As a small not-for-profit organisation with only a handful of paid staff members, RCOA relies on the support of volunteers and interns to maintain our vital work. We offer unpaid internships and work experience to tertiary students and welcome volunteer support from members of the public who wish to assist us in our work. For information on volunteering with RCOA, click here.
Make a bequest
The Australian Refugee Foundation was established in 1998 to procure and manage funds for the RCOA. It provides an independent source of funding for RCOA to ensure that our door can remain open and that our work in promoting the human rights of refugees and asylum seekers can continue. For information on making a bequest to the foundation, visit www.refugeefoundation.org.au
Support organisations working with refugees
You can support RCOA's member organisations and other agencies working with refugees and asylum seekers by volunteering your time and expertise or donating goods to support their work.