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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Sep 2

We oppose the Government's Nauru arrangement and Home Affairs Legislation Amendment (2025 Measures No. 1) Bill 2025, that would allow for circumventing rules of natural justice and procedural fairness when deporting people to Nauru and other 3rd countries.
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Our letter to Parliamentarians regarding arrangement with Nauru

The Refugee Council of Australia has written to Parliamentarians to express our opposition the Home Affairs Legislation Amendment (2025 Measures No. 1) Bill

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Aug 25

On 25 August 2017, the Myanmar military launched brutal attacks against the Rohingya community in Rakhine State. Today we remember the horrific violence that forced more than 700,000 people to flee their homes in Myanmar.

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Forgotten but not gone: The Rohingya crisis in Cox’s Bazar

As we mark the eighth anniversary of the Rohingya genocide on 25 August, we remember the horrific violence that forced more than 700,000 people to flee their homes in Myanmar.

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Aug 25

Today, eight years since more than 700,000 Rohingya people fled to Bangladesh, the launch of a taro leaf symbol highlights the community’s refusal to be forgotten. www.refugeecouncil.org.au/taro-leaf-sy...

From erasure to expression: Taro leaf becomes symbol of the Rohingya experience

Marking eight years since more than 700,000 Rohingya people fled to Bangladesh, the launch of a taro leaf symbol today highlights the community’s refusal to

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Aug 19

We welcome public comments from former Liberal Immigration Minister Alex Hawke that it's time to resolve the status of around 7500 people who sought asylum in Australia more than 12 years ago but remain without permanent visas.

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RCOA welcomes Liberal ex-Minister's call to end years of waiting

15 August 2025

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Aug 14

"The Department of Home Affairs wrongfully detained an Australian citizen because of an administration error, the commonwealth ombudsman has revealed, while another person with a valid visa was incorrectly held for 18 months in immigration detention."

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Home affairs wrongfully detained Australian citizen for four days because of paperwork bungle, ombudsman reveals

Department denies a culture of ‘act first, check later’ after report shows the Australian citizen was moved to immigration detention – despite them providing their birth certificate

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Aug 4

This #HomelessnessWeek, we reiterate our urgent call to the Australian Government to ensure that people seeking asylum are not left behind in national efforts to prevent and reduce homelessness.
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Refugee Council calls for urgent action for people seeking asylum facing homelessness

As Homelessness Week 2025 (4-10 Aug) begins, the Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA) is calling on all levels of government to ensure that people seeking

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jul 24

We've written to Ministers Tony Burke and Anne Aly and Senator Penny Wong regarding the impact of the ongoing crisis in Sudan, and urged the Australian Government to increase its response through humanitarian aid, diplomacy and resettlement.
Read our letter: www.refugeecouncil.org.au/letter-ongoi...

Refugee Council’s letter to Ministers for Immigration, Foreign Affairs and International Development regarding impact of ongoing crisis in Sudan

I am writing on behalf of the Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA) to provide community feedback on the impacts of the ongoing crisis in Sudan and encourage

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jul 4

Craig Foster joined us at last week's Consultations on Resettlement and Complementary Pathways in Geneva, following a visit to Cox's Bazar, one of the world's largest refugee camps. Sharing his experiences with key reps at #CRCP2025, he highlighted how sport can break barriers for new arrivals.

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STARTTS @startts.org.au · Jun 30

2025 NSW Humanitarian Awards Winners Announced!

Celebrate the inspiring individuals and organisations changing refugee lives in NSW.

Read their stories:
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2025 NSW Humanitarian Awards | STARTTS

Meet the 2025 NSW Humanitarian Award winners—honouring those supporting refugees and asylum seekers across New South Wales.

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 26

Refugee leaders, governments, UNHCR, NGOs, academics and private sector representatives from across the globe have gathered in Geneva to discuss how to better protect refugees through resettlement and other safe pathways.
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#crcp2025

A welcoming place for refugees: Australia must continue its legacy

This global forum brings together key voices to discuss how to better protect refugees through resettlement and other safe pathways.

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 26

It's not too late to make your tax-time donation. Make it your next act of kindness: action.refugeecouncil.org.au/the_kindness...

Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 25

Meet Jeanne Mutarutwa, one of the refugee representatives on the Australian delegation to the 2025 Consultations on Resettlement and Complementary Pathways commencing today in Geneva.

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 23

Last week, we wrote to ministers Tony Burke and Penny Wong regarding refugees and Australian citizens trying to depart Iran and Israel.

Read our letter: www.refugeecouncil.org.au/letter-refug...

Refugee Council's letter to Immigration and Foreign Affairs ministers regarding refugees and Australian citizens trying to depart Iran and Israel

We write to you to enquire about the Australian Government’s plans to support refugees granted Australian Humanitarian XB sub-class visas unable to depart

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 20

This World Refugee Day, Craig Foster and Noor Azizah are joining us to shine a light on one of the world’s most prolonged humanitarian emergencies: the refugee camps of Cox’s Bazar in Bangladesh.

#WorldRefugeeDay #RefugeeWeek

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Hepatitis SA @hepatitissa.asn.au · Jun 19

In 2025 Australia will welcome its millionth refugee since WWII. Today millions seek refuge from war, hunger & environmental crises. #RefugeeWeek & #WorldRefugeeDay remind us: refugees need refuge but also make rich contributions. www.refugeeweek.org.au/refugee-week... @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social

Refugee Week fact sheet - Refugee Week

Separating fact from fiction—learn more about the experiences of refugees in Australia with our downloadable fact sheet: Key facts about refugees Size : 3.9 MB Format : PDF

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 19

The City of Sydney is the local government for central Sydney and its surrounds. It has been a Refugee Welcome Zone since 2005.

We are proud to have the City of Sydney as an event partner for Refugee Week 2025.

#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek

Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 19

SSI connects individuals, families and children from diverse backgrounds with opportunities – from settlement support, to disability programs to training and employment pathways.

We are proud to have SSI as an event partner of Refugee Week 2025.

#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek

Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 18

Happy Refugee Week!

This year, as we reflect on our theme - Finding Freedom: Diversity in Community - we celebrate the millions of refugees and descendants of refugees who have so profoundly shaped communities across Australia.

We're happy you're here.

#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek

Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 16

Celebrate Refugee Week 2025 with us! Here are just a few great ways you can get involved:
- Use our hashtags
- Attend and event
- Follow us

We'd love to see how you're getting involved in #RefugeeWeekAU this year! Tag your posts so we can share in your celebrations.

#RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek

Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 12

Jesuit Social Services partners with vulnerable and disadvantaged members of the community; provide opportunities for partnerships to make lasting change; and advocate for social change.

We are proud to have Jesuit Social Services as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.

#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025

Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 12

This Refugee Week, we're proud to celebrate and share the stories of our staff with lived refugee experience. Deena is the Refugee Council's Director of Community Engagement. She shares what community means to her.

#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek

Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 12

Thrive Refugee Enterprise helps refugees start their own businesses in Australia. By providing education, planning support and financial loans, they've helped over 2,500 refugees get started in business.

We are proud to have Thrive as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.

#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025

Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 11

Celebrate Refugee Week 2025 with us! Here are a few great ways to get involved:
- Use our design resources
- Cook a meal
- Watch a film

We'd love to see how you're getting involved in Refugee Week this year! Tag your posts #RefugeeWeekAU so we can share in your celebrations.

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 11

Life Without Barriers delivers services in more than 300 communities across Australia including to those seeking asylum as they resolve their immigration status in Australia.

We are proud to have Life Without Barriers as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.

#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek

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Refugee Council of Australia @refugeecouncilau.bsky.social · Jun 4

Maria was born and raised in a Thai refugee camp after her parents fled Myanmar. They settled in Australia in 2019. Over the years, the community Maria’s built here has been a pillar for her.

Read more of Maria's story: www.refugeeweek.org.au/maria

#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek