Our Vision for the 48th Parliament of Australia

With forced displacement at an all-time high, Australia's soon-to-be elected Parliament has the power to change lives. Our vision includes four critical issues: expanding the Humanitarian Program, resolving uncertainty, reuniting families, and addressing destitution and homelessness for people seeking refugee protection. Tackling these issues will help strengthen and build sustainable refugee policies for the future.

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Vision for the 48th Parliament of Australia

31 March 2025 The 48th Parliament has the power to change lives In late 2025, Australia will welcome our one millionth refugee since 1947. For decades, Australia’s resettlement program has been supported by...

31 March 2025

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Achieving the goal of 27,000 places in the Humanitarian Program

The global refugee population reached an all-time high in 2024, yet less than 6% of refugees receive resettlement. With the US resettlement program suspended under President Trump, Australia has an opportunity to lead...

9 April 2025

A family of a mum, dad, daughter and son standing in a grassy field looking at the sky.

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Reuniting refugee families: How to fix family reunion for refugees

Many of the refugees gaining permanent status have been separated from their spouses and children since before they arrived in Australia 11 to15 years ago. They remain unnecessarily separated. They now face a series of...

9 April 2025

Mother with three vulnerable children looking directly at the camera

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How to address destitution and homelessness for people seeking refugee protection

The Albanese Government’s reforms to the Protection Visa system are a step forward. However, additional resources and support for people seeking protection facing homelessness, hunger, and poverty are essential to fully...

9 April 2025

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Resolving uncertainty: How to address the situation for people without a solution

For over a decade, thousands of people seeking refugee protection have lived in limbo. Many have been without work rights or access to basic support. Resolving the immigration status to provide safety for the 7,000...

9 April 2025

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Ending arbitrary and indefinite offshore detention

The harm of offshore detention is well documented, with over 14 deaths, medical neglect, child abuse, and both physical and sexual assault. Despite this, Australia continues to operate a policy of offshore processing of...

15 April 2025

Engaging Parliamentarians

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Key questions for Parliamentarians

Are you meeting with your local Member of Parliament or one of your Senators? Want to ask them about refugee issues but not sure where to start? We’ve put together a list of key questions we would recommend as a...

6 May 2025

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2025 Party Policy Comparison on Refugee and Asylum Issues

What are the latest policies and positions of the political parties in Parliament? This briefing provides an overview of the public positions on refugee issues of the three parties with the largest representation in the...

6 May 2025