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Time for justice and permanency for people failed by ‘fast track’

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

Knit and Nourish

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

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“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

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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

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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

Give a roof to rebuild your dreams

More than a roof: A home gives hope to rebuild

August 07, 2024

As we enter the final month of a bitter winter, it is fitting that we mark Homelessness Week, a time… More

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Juggling for Justice: Frank’s City2Surf Marathon for the Asylum Seekers Centre

July 29, 2024

Have you ever tried juggling a soccer ball for a whole 14-kilometre course? Meet Frank Truong, the man transforming this… More

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11 years too long: End offshore detention after more than a decade of cruelty

July 19, 2024

Today marks 11 long years of Australia’s cruel, inhumane offshore detention regime. The policy has caused, and continues to cause,… More