The ASC supports a YES vote for the Voice to Parliament

April 21, 2023

The Uluru Statement from the Heart is an invitation to all Australians to walk alongside First Nations people in a… More

Poverty hits people seeking asylum but Federal Government could help

March 27, 2023

As cost of living pressures affect many, people seeking asylum are hit hardest without a safety net to help them… More

“Hungry and afraid” – Fateema’s story of seeking asylum

March 27, 2023

The following is an extract of a speech given recently by a member of our community to members of Federal… More

Palm Sunday Mary

Join us at the Palm Sunday rally 2023

March 27, 2023

Every year on Palm Sunday, we march in unity with people seeking asylum and refugees. This year the march will… More

What are the changes to TPV and SHEV visas?

February 20, 2023

The Federal Government announced this week that it would finally honour its election promise to the 19,000 people who currently… More

Our #MomentsOfJoy in 2022

December 16, 2022

This difficult year wasn’t without its highlights. We compiled #MomentsOfJoy from 2022, as selected by the Asylum Seekers Centre community…. More

Australians demand more financial support for asylum seekers this Anti-Poverty Week

November 25, 2022

For Anti-Poverty Week, we asked for your views on income support for people seeking asylum. The responses demonstrated an overwhelming… More

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Get the facts: How many refugees make Australia their home each year?

June 16, 2022

Australia has a long history of welcoming refugees to its shores, and is home to a diverse multicultural population of… More

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese with Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong

It’s time for us to start rebuilding, post-Federal Election

May 25, 2022

It’s time to rebuild. Now is the time for an inclusive and compassionate society with a new Federal Government. Cruel… More