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Pope Francis .. shows us that, when we look into the face of the asylum seeker and really hear their story .. they are no longer a stranger to be feared and we can no longer be indifferent to their need. Social Justice Statement 2015-2016

A Catholic perspective on the situation of people seeking asylum in Australia and information about the various realities affecting them helps us to see them as no longer strangers and be ready to stand with them.

Some information on a Catholic perspective

 

For those who have come across the seas Social Justice Statement 2015/16 

Pope Francis speech in October 2017 

 

Some information on the realities of seeking asylum in Australia

 

A snapshot of asylum seeking in Australia over time

Key policy points names both things that should never happen, and a better way

Current facts gives information on the global situation, some statistics and government policies and practice.

Refugee Council of Australia has up to date information on the situations of various groups and government policies among other things. 

A statement on Children Seeking Asylum

A statement on People seeking asylum who are living in the community

Information and activities for primary and secondary schools are available on the Resources page.