Rishaan* and his daughter came to Australia in the hope of being able to sleep safely at night.
Like many people seeking asylum, Rishaan is ineligible for any Government support payments. Without an income, his savings dwindled and he had to choose between rent or food.
Responsibly sourced and thoughtfully designed. When you purchase an item from the ASRC Shop your purchase helps the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre support and empower thousands of people seeking asylum.
Your merchandise purchase will help make real and lasting change possible for people seeking asylum, while also raising awareness for the ASRC.
If you applied for a TPV or SHEV visa between 2015 and 2017 and have not already attended a Protection visa interview with the Department, please contact the ASRC urgently for legal assistance. CALL: 0422 035 324 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) or email legal@asrc.org.au
The application interview is your only chance to explain your case to the Department. Update your contact details with the Department to receive your Interview Invitation (the ASRC can also help you do this).
The ASRC is committed to demonstrating our accountability to you, the community who support our work.
Our annual reports provide regular and transparent reporting on our relief and advocacy activities, financial position and performance, and our progress towards achieving our vision that people seeking asylum can live safely, sustainably, independently and equally in Australia.
Media Release 16 June 2021 Today, the House of Representatives debated a motion calling on the Government to release all refugees and people seeking asylum from indefinite detention who were moved to Australia for medical treatment. The motion was moved by ALP MP Josh Burns and supported by MPs Ged Kearney, Alicia Payne and Sharon
Read more
Media Release 16 June 2021 Black Inc. in partnership with the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) will soon publish Seeking Asylum: Our Stories (30 November 2021), a beautifully illustrated hardback which captures the stories of those who have lived the experience of seeking asylum. In their own voices, contributors share how they came to be
Read more
Media Release 16 June 2021 The Asylum Seeker Resource Centre strongly supports the Australian Human Rights Commission’s 20 recommendations outlined today in their report Management of COVID-19 risks in immigration detention. The review assessed the adequacy and appropriateness of measures taken in response to COVID-19 risks against international human rights standards, expert health advice and
Read more
Ahead of Refugee Week, hundreds rallied out the front of Parliament in Canberra calling on the Government to provide a permanent resettlement plan for people seeking asylum and refugees who have suffered under Australia’s immigration detention regime. The rally was held by the Time for a Home coalition of 140 organisations and community networks. Politicians
Read more
Today, June 8th 2021 marks 20 years since the ASRC first opened its doors. For two decades the ASRC has stood as a force for change for people seeking asylum and as a beacon of hope and decency. When the ASRC began as a community-run food bank in 2001, our aim was simple – to
Read more
Today marks the start of National Reconciliation Week – a time to strengthen our understanding of First Nations cultures and take affirmative action toward true reconciliation. The theme of this year’s National Reconciliation Week is More than a word. Reconciliation takes action. As part of our deep commitment to taking action to end systemic racism
Read more
Rishaan* and his daughter came to Australia seeking asylum in the hope of being able to sleep safely at night. At first things were going well. Rishaan found work and his daughter settled into school and seemed happy for the first time since her mother passed away. When Rishaan saved enough for a bond, they
Read more
We’ve said it before but it definitely bears repeating, volunteers are the lifeblood of the ASRC. From greeting people seeking asylum as they enter the doors of the ASRC’s Home of Hope, to providing emotional support through casework support and providing connection through Community English classes, volunteers are the cornerstone of the compassionate and caring ASRC
Read more
Connect with us
Need help from the ASRC? Call 03 9326 6066 (Monday - Friday, 10am - 5pm) to book an appointment.