In this Your Voice newsletter, we share the latest updates on our work for the Afghanistan crisis, Operation #NotForgotten, advocating for humane policies in an election year, electing a former refugee to lead RCOA as Board President and connecting communities in Refugee Welcome Zones through shared experience.
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The Department of Home Affairs is currently reviewing Australia’s settlement programs for refugees. This is an opportunity to share your views on Australia’s settlement programs, including the Humanitarian...
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Three refugee issues requiring urgent change in 2022
Ahead of the Federal Election, the Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA) has outlined three major issues that require immediate attention and action in 2022. ROCA is calling for: Priority 1: Finding real and lasting...
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Closure of Park Hotel detention welcome but more refugees need freedom
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Refugee Week 2022
Refugee Week from 19-25 June 2022 is Australia’s peak annual activity to inform the public about refugees and celebrate positive contributions made by refugees to Australian society. Refugee Week 2022