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
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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
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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
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This week is National Volunteer Week (May 17th to 23rd) – a week to pause, celebrate and recognise the valuable contribution made by those who dedicate their time to help others. For us, National Volunteer Week (NVW) 2021 is extra special as we head into our 20th year as an organisation and reflect on the
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It has been one year since COVID-19 began to take effect across our community. As Australia went into lockdown, components of the refugee experience – isolation and limits on freedom, an inadequate safety net and being left in limbo while separated from loved ones – suddenly became relatable for everyone. But people seeking asylum were
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