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 people seeking asylum who arrive by sea without a visa. This policy has been widely condemned, repeatedly coming under criticism from the United Nations, national and international human rights organisations. Australia’s policy of offshore detention cannot continue.
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