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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

Donate to help people rebuild their lives

May 10, 2022

People seeking asylum know what it is like to have their lives change overnight. When they seek protection in a… More

Learn more about how Australian businesses can employ people seeking asylum

What it’s like finding a job when you’re seeking asylum

May 10, 2022

Connections and a network can help you when finding a job, but when you’re new to a country and seeking… 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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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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Our regular giving community

March 29, 2022

“I think often people seeking asylum are so vilified by the media..and to have the Asylum Seekers Centre… they are… 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