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Photos from the ASC community Iftar dinner 2023

April 21, 2023

On Wednesday 19 April, the Asylum Seekers Centre hosted an Iftar dinner in Newtown. We were blessed with over 100… 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

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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

Three decades of the ASC remembered

March 27, 2023

On 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, 2023

Women 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

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

Celebrating the contribution of Om Dhungel

January 19, 2023

We recognise the significant contribution of Om Dhungel to the Asylum Seekers Centre as a member of our community and… More