Waseema’s story
May 02, 2023In Pakistan, Waseema was a speech therapist and a member of the persecuted Ahmadiyya community. She lost two jobs after… More
Community stories
Of Mice and Mould
April 21, 2023Nadia, a person supported by the Asylum Seekers Centre, shared with SBS Radio last week her fears and frustrations about… More
Photos from the ASC community Iftar dinner 2023
April 21, 2023On Wednesday 19 April, the Asylum Seekers Centre hosted an Iftar dinner in Newtown. We were blessed with over 100… More
“Hungry and afraid” – Fateema’s story of seeking asylum
March 27, 2023The following is an extract of a speech given recently by a member of our community to members of Federal… More
Three decades of the ASC remembered
March 27, 2023On 4 March 2023 people from across three decades came to the Asylum Seekers Centre to share stories and memories…. More
Three remarkable women of the Asylum Seekers Centre community
March 08, 2023Women in our community withstand unimaginable hardship seeking asylum in Australia, often balancing work and family with experiences of trauma… More
The right to learn
February 20, 2023“It’s criminal. It shows a total lack of compassion. We let people seeking asylum live here but we don’t support… More
Celebrating the contribution of Om Dhungel
January 19, 2023We recognise the significant contribution of Om Dhungel to the Asylum Seekers Centre as a member of our community and… More
Why you should volunteer to help refugees in Sydney
January 17, 2023See what volunteer positions are available. Volunteers at the Asylum Seekers Centre (ASC) help connect refugees and asylum seekers in… More
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