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Walls of welcome restored: by the community, for the community

February 12, 2026

     The sun? Blistering. The mural on our building? Marred by graffiti. The community? Ready to take action. On… More

Welcome Wins #2: Izzy’s journey from survival to belonging

February 09, 2026

“I deserve to live, but at the same time, I don’t wanna be a burden.” Izzy shares this truth she… More

Conversations with the Race Discrimination Commissioner

January 30, 2026

Conversations on race, community, and hope What would our systems look like if humanity and dignity, not race, shaped who… More

Honouring a life of service: Mary Reemst AM

January 27, 2026

The Asylum Seekers Centre is thrilled to congratulate our longtime Board member Mary Reemst on being appointed a Member of… More

New Bill risks undermining human rights for people seeking asylum

January 20, 2026

Under the government’s new Bill to strengthen community safety and prevent hate, discrimination and violence, Bill, visas could be cancelled… More

ASC picks: Inspiring reads for 2026 from refugee voices

December 22, 2025

   10 inspiring reads for 2026 from refugee voices A new year brings a chance to read with more intention…. More

Human Rights Day 2025: Course correcting Australia’s human rights legacy

December 10, 2025

Written by Mark Johnson, Advocacy Lead at Asylum Seekers Centre Every year on 10 December, Human Rights Day gives us… More

Honouring ASC volunteers: Our humanity heroes

December 05, 2025

At the Asylum Seekers Centre we lead with hearts and humanity. We push back against cruel policies to build a… More

Hind’s story: “It’s a life”

December 03, 2025

A great beginning  When Hind and her family first arrived in Australia, one of the very first places they visited… More