Two people sit on a couch, chatting and smiling, at the Asylum Seekers Centre's National Volunteer Week event.

May 2022 newsletter: Election draws close, new ASC website

May 19, 2022

The election campaign is almost over and there has been very little compassion and understanding for refugees and people seeking… More

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Andrew’s story: finding work, friends and a future

May 19, 2022

When Andrew arrived in Australia, he found his first job alone. “I met a guy, he was working, doing the… More

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Recycle and support people seeking asylum

April 20, 2022

You can now make a donation to the Asylum Seekers Centre by recycling your bottles and cans through the Return… More

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March 2022 newsletter: Federal Budget released, order election packs

March 31, 2022

We welcome the additional 16,500 visas promised for people from Afghanistan in this week’s Federal budget. The Afghan community in Australia has… More

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Join the ASC at a pre-election rally

March 30, 2022

Show your support for refugees and asylum seekers and make your voice heard ahead of the federal election.  Walk alongside… More

A young man wearing a blue shirt sits in a library with a pile of books in front of him. He is holding a book open and smiling.

Scholarships open the doors to university

March 30, 2022

A young man supported by the Asylum Seekers Centre has kicked off his studies after winning the University of NSW’s… More

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March 2022 newsletter: 3 important questions to ask your local candidates

March 03, 2022

You have the opportunity to take powerful action. With a federal election imminent and the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, your… More

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Vote for fair refugee policies in 2022 federal election

March 02, 2022

As you consider who you will vote for at the coming federal election, consider asking your local candidate for their… More

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Asylum seeking families head back to school

March 02, 2022

Families in Sydney are excited to head back to school for the 2022 year, with support from the Asylum Seekers… More