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The ASC provides a support program for LGBTQIA+ asylum seekers.

Embracing the rainbow: The ASC’s LGBTQIA+ Support Program

October 30, 2024

“I am joining [the Peer Group] because I am sick of hiding myself, as I’ve been doing that for most… More

Sangee’s story: Building a new life against the odds

October 28, 2024

My name is Sangee. I’m the head chef of Sangee’s Kitchen and part of the ASC community. I arrived in… More

Media release: Open letter urges Government to resolve Fast Track failures after 100 days of refugee-led protests

October 22, 2024

MEDIA RELEASE 22 October 2024 Seventy-five prominent refugee, legal, human rights and faith-based organisations have united in an open letter… More

Joint letter urges government to provide permanency to people failed by ‘Fast Track’

October 22, 2024

Dear Prime Minister and Minister Burke, We write urging you to take immediate action to provide pathways to permanency for… More

Tala’s story: Cooking, crafting and connection

October 21, 2024

Tala*, a mother of three, arrived in Australia nearly five years ago, escaping danger in her home country. Despite the… More

“My home is here”: Time for justice and permanency for people failed by ‘fast track’

September 23, 2024

Australia prides itself on being a land of opportunity, of offering a fair go to all who reside here. Yet… More

ASC computer tuition volunteer on bridging digital literacy with empathy

September 11, 2024

“After every lesson, I’m humbled by the kind words, warmth and resilience of the ASC community members and other ASC… More

The Asylum Seekers Centre's (ASC) Employment Services team supports people seeking asylum find meaningful jobs.

Transformative hires: The case for employing people seeking asylum

September 01, 2024

Imagine starting anew in a foreign land. For many people seeking asylum, this daunting journey is not just about finding… More

The music of belonging: Stories from ASC x Art Gallery of NSW at Volume Festival

August 26, 2024

In a world increasingly defined by displacement and division, music is a universal language capable of unifying cultures. This power… More