For Nigethan “Nige” Sithirasegaram, the scent of a roasting curry isn’t just a kitchen aroma – it’s a memory, a lifeline and a radical act of survival. A fourth-generation fisherman from the coastal town of Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, Nige’s early life was defined by the ocean. He grew up swimming at long, open beaches and
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This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the incredible resilience, strength and leadership of women seeking asylum. At the ASRC, we recognise that female refugees often face extra hurdles: navigating a complex, often punitive immigration system while managing the unique social and physical risks that disproportionately affect women. This year’s theme of “Give to Gain” is
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Noha, one of our two Feast for Freedom Hero Cooks this year, was lucky to arrive in Australia with her two daughters just ten days before the bombing in Gaza began in 2023. They came to Australia for her daughter’s university studies and they carried with them big dreams for the future. Noha’s eldest is
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At the ASRC, we’ve found that one of the best ways to connect and start conversations is often over a shared meal which is why we’re thrilled to welcome everyone back to the table for this year’s Feast for Freedom. Feast for Freedom is more than just a meal; it’s our annual invitation to celebrate
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Last Sunday ASRC staff, volunteers and friends once again came together to march in the annual Midsumma Pride March along Fitzroy Street in St Kilda. Dressed in vibrant purple ASRC Pride T-shirts and waving rainbow flags, our spirited group danced and strutted its way down the street to the pulse of the music, celebrating belonging,
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