Refugee Council of Australia
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We are Australia's national umbrella body for refugees and people seeking protection, and the organisations and individuals who support them.
First there was one deportation of people seeking asylum to Nauru.
Then another.
Now 60 Minutes has detailed serious allegations surrounding the management of offshore detention and reception centres in Nauru.
We urgently call for a Parliamentary Inquiry into these allegations.
Then another.
Now 60 Minutes has detailed serious allegations surrounding the management of offshore detention and reception centres in Nauru.
We urgently call for a Parliamentary Inquiry into these allegations.
November 11, 2025 at 4:26 AM
First there was one deportation of people seeking asylum to Nauru.
Then another.
Now 60 Minutes has detailed serious allegations surrounding the management of offshore detention and reception centres in Nauru.
We urgently call for a Parliamentary Inquiry into these allegations.
Then another.
Now 60 Minutes has detailed serious allegations surrounding the management of offshore detention and reception centres in Nauru.
We urgently call for a Parliamentary Inquiry into these allegations.
Push Australia to step up for refugees: bit.ly/donatetoRCOA
Millions of refugees around the world are living in uncertainty, holding tightly to their hope for a fresh start. Australia must lead in turning their hope into opportunity. Donate now: bit.ly/donatetoRCOA
Millions of refugees around the world are living in uncertainty, holding tightly to their hope for a fresh start. Australia must lead in turning their hope into opportunity. Donate now: bit.ly/donatetoRCOA
November 10, 2025 at 7:20 AM
Push Australia to step up for refugees: bit.ly/donatetoRCOA
Millions of refugees around the world are living in uncertainty, holding tightly to their hope for a fresh start. Australia must lead in turning their hope into opportunity. Donate now: bit.ly/donatetoRCOA
Millions of refugees around the world are living in uncertainty, holding tightly to their hope for a fresh start. Australia must lead in turning their hope into opportunity. Donate now: bit.ly/donatetoRCOA
Craig Foster joined us at last week's Consultations on Resettlement and Complementary Pathways in Geneva, following a visit to Cox's Bazar, one of the world's largest refugee camps. Sharing his experiences with key reps at #CRCP2025, he highlighted how sport can break barriers for new arrivals.
July 4, 2025 at 2:27 AM
Craig Foster joined us at last week's Consultations on Resettlement and Complementary Pathways in Geneva, following a visit to Cox's Bazar, one of the world's largest refugee camps. Sharing his experiences with key reps at #CRCP2025, he highlighted how sport can break barriers for new arrivals.
It's not too late to make your tax-time donation. Make it your next act of kindness: action.refugeecouncil.org.au/the_kindness...
June 26, 2025 at 12:08 AM
It's not too late to make your tax-time donation. Make it your next act of kindness: action.refugeecouncil.org.au/the_kindness...
Meet Jeanne Mutarutwa, one of the refugee representatives on the Australian delegation to the 2025 Consultations on Resettlement and Complementary Pathways commencing today in Geneva.
#CRCP2025
#CRCP2025
June 25, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Meet Jeanne Mutarutwa, one of the refugee representatives on the Australian delegation to the 2025 Consultations on Resettlement and Complementary Pathways commencing today in Geneva.
#CRCP2025
#CRCP2025
This World Refugee Day, Craig Foster and Noor Azizah are joining us to shine a light on one of the world’s most prolonged humanitarian emergencies: the refugee camps of Cox’s Bazar in Bangladesh.
#WorldRefugeeDay #RefugeeWeek
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June 20, 2025 at 3:18 AM
This World Refugee Day, Craig Foster and Noor Azizah are joining us to shine a light on one of the world’s most prolonged humanitarian emergencies: the refugee camps of Cox’s Bazar in Bangladesh.
#WorldRefugeeDay #RefugeeWeek
@craigafoster.bsky.social
@savethechildren-au.bsky.social
@unhcr.org
#WorldRefugeeDay #RefugeeWeek
@craigafoster.bsky.social
@savethechildren-au.bsky.social
@unhcr.org
The City of Sydney is the local government for central Sydney and its surrounds. It has been a Refugee Welcome Zone since 2005.
We are proud to have the City of Sydney as an event partner for Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
We are proud to have the City of Sydney as an event partner for Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
June 19, 2025 at 4:11 AM
The City of Sydney is the local government for central Sydney and its surrounds. It has been a Refugee Welcome Zone since 2005.
We are proud to have the City of Sydney as an event partner for Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
We are proud to have the City of Sydney as an event partner for Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
SSI connects individuals, families and children from diverse backgrounds with opportunities – from settlement support, to disability programs to training and employment pathways.
We are proud to have SSI as an event partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
We are proud to have SSI as an event partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
June 19, 2025 at 3:58 AM
SSI connects individuals, families and children from diverse backgrounds with opportunities – from settlement support, to disability programs to training and employment pathways.
We are proud to have SSI as an event partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
We are proud to have SSI as an event partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
Happy Refugee Week!
This year, as we reflect on our theme - Finding Freedom: Diversity in Community - we celebrate the millions of refugees and descendants of refugees who have so profoundly shaped communities across Australia.
We're happy you're here.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
This year, as we reflect on our theme - Finding Freedom: Diversity in Community - we celebrate the millions of refugees and descendants of refugees who have so profoundly shaped communities across Australia.
We're happy you're here.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
June 18, 2025 at 2:23 AM
Happy Refugee Week!
This year, as we reflect on our theme - Finding Freedom: Diversity in Community - we celebrate the millions of refugees and descendants of refugees who have so profoundly shaped communities across Australia.
We're happy you're here.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
This year, as we reflect on our theme - Finding Freedom: Diversity in Community - we celebrate the millions of refugees and descendants of refugees who have so profoundly shaped communities across Australia.
We're happy you're here.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
Celebrate Refugee Week 2025 with us! Here are just a few great ways you can get involved:
- Use our hashtags
- Attend and event
- Follow us
We'd love to see how you're getting involved in #RefugeeWeekAU this year! Tag your posts so we can share in your celebrations.
#RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
- Use our hashtags
- Attend and event
- Follow us
We'd love to see how you're getting involved in #RefugeeWeekAU this year! Tag your posts so we can share in your celebrations.
#RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
June 16, 2025 at 5:29 AM
Celebrate Refugee Week 2025 with us! Here are just a few great ways you can get involved:
- Use our hashtags
- Attend and event
- Follow us
We'd love to see how you're getting involved in #RefugeeWeekAU this year! Tag your posts so we can share in your celebrations.
#RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
- Use our hashtags
- Attend and event
- Follow us
We'd love to see how you're getting involved in #RefugeeWeekAU this year! Tag your posts so we can share in your celebrations.
#RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
Jesuit Social Services partners with vulnerable and disadvantaged members of the community; provide opportunities for partnerships to make lasting change; and advocate for social change.
We are proud to have Jesuit Social Services as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025
We are proud to have Jesuit Social Services as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025
June 12, 2025 at 3:03 AM
Jesuit Social Services partners with vulnerable and disadvantaged members of the community; provide opportunities for partnerships to make lasting change; and advocate for social change.
We are proud to have Jesuit Social Services as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025
We are proud to have Jesuit Social Services as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025
This Refugee Week, we're proud to celebrate and share the stories of our staff with lived refugee experience. Deena is the Refugee Council's Director of Community Engagement. She shares what community means to her.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
June 12, 2025 at 3:00 AM
This Refugee Week, we're proud to celebrate and share the stories of our staff with lived refugee experience. Deena is the Refugee Council's Director of Community Engagement. She shares what community means to her.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
Thrive Refugee Enterprise helps refugees start their own businesses in Australia. By providing education, planning support and financial loans, they've helped over 2,500 refugees get started in business.
We are proud to have Thrive as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025
We are proud to have Thrive as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025
June 12, 2025 at 2:27 AM
Thrive Refugee Enterprise helps refugees start their own businesses in Australia. By providing education, planning support and financial loans, they've helped over 2,500 refugees get started in business.
We are proud to have Thrive as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025
We are proud to have Thrive as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025
Celebrate Refugee Week 2025 with us! Here are a few great ways to get involved:
- Use our design resources
- Cook a meal
- Watch a film
We'd love to see how you're getting involved in Refugee Week this year! Tag your posts #RefugeeWeekAU so we can share in your celebrations.
- Use our design resources
- Cook a meal
- Watch a film
We'd love to see how you're getting involved in Refugee Week this year! Tag your posts #RefugeeWeekAU so we can share in your celebrations.
June 11, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Celebrate Refugee Week 2025 with us! Here are a few great ways to get involved:
- Use our design resources
- Cook a meal
- Watch a film
We'd love to see how you're getting involved in Refugee Week this year! Tag your posts #RefugeeWeekAU so we can share in your celebrations.
- Use our design resources
- Cook a meal
- Watch a film
We'd love to see how you're getting involved in Refugee Week this year! Tag your posts #RefugeeWeekAU so we can share in your celebrations.
Life Without Barriers delivers services in more than 300 communities across Australia including to those seeking asylum as they resolve their immigration status in Australia.
We are proud to have Life Without Barriers as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
We are proud to have Life Without Barriers as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
June 11, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Life Without Barriers delivers services in more than 300 communities across Australia including to those seeking asylum as they resolve their immigration status in Australia.
We are proud to have Life Without Barriers as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
We are proud to have Life Without Barriers as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
Maria was born and raised in a Thai refugee camp after her parents fled Myanmar. They settled in Australia in 2019. Over the years, the community Maria’s built here has been a pillar for her.
Read more of Maria's story: www.refugeeweek.org.au/maria
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
Read more of Maria's story: www.refugeeweek.org.au/maria
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
June 4, 2025 at 3:29 AM
Maria was born and raised in a Thai refugee camp after her parents fled Myanmar. They settled in Australia in 2019. Over the years, the community Maria’s built here has been a pillar for her.
Read more of Maria's story: www.refugeeweek.org.au/maria
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
Read more of Maria's story: www.refugeeweek.org.au/maria
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
SydWest Multicultural Services helps people of all backgrounds live better lives through services including settlement, aged care, disability support, housing assistance & programs for youth, women & families.
We're proud to have SydWest as a partner of #RefugeeWeek2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek
We're proud to have SydWest as a partner of #RefugeeWeek2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek
June 3, 2025 at 6:54 AM
SydWest Multicultural Services helps people of all backgrounds live better lives through services including settlement, aged care, disability support, housing assistance & programs for youth, women & families.
We're proud to have SydWest as a partner of #RefugeeWeek2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek
We're proud to have SydWest as a partner of #RefugeeWeek2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek
As the first in her family to attend university, Arozo embarked on a journey of resilience - navigating countless challenges, balancing cultural expectations and overcoming barriers.
Read more of Arozo's journey: www.refugeeweek.org.au/arozo/
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
Read more of Arozo's journey: www.refugeeweek.org.au/arozo/
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
June 2, 2025 at 6:03 AM
As the first in her family to attend university, Arozo embarked on a journey of resilience - navigating countless challenges, balancing cultural expectations and overcoming barriers.
Read more of Arozo's journey: www.refugeeweek.org.au/arozo/
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
Read more of Arozo's journey: www.refugeeweek.org.au/arozo/
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
The NSW Teachers Federation is the registered trade union that covers all NSW public school teachers.
We're proud to have the NSW Teachers' Federation as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
We're proud to have the NSW Teachers' Federation as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
June 2, 2025 at 4:47 AM
The NSW Teachers Federation is the registered trade union that covers all NSW public school teachers.
We're proud to have the NSW Teachers' Federation as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
We're proud to have the NSW Teachers' Federation as a partner of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
Melaleuca Australia works with individuals, community groups, government and non-government sectors in NT to support people of diverse backgrounds in their journey to Australia.
We're proud to have Melaleuca Australia as a partner for Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
We're proud to have Melaleuca Australia as a partner for Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
June 2, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Melaleuca Australia works with individuals, community groups, government and non-government sectors in NT to support people of diverse backgrounds in their journey to Australia.
We're proud to have Melaleuca Australia as a partner for Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
We're proud to have Melaleuca Australia as a partner for Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
This Refugee Week, we're proud to celebrate and share the stories of our staff with lived refugee experience. Rnita is the Refugee Council's Director of Communications and Fundraising. She shares what community means to her.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
May 29, 2025 at 12:42 AM
This Refugee Week, we're proud to celebrate and share the stories of our staff with lived refugee experience. Rnita is the Refugee Council's Director of Communications and Fundraising. She shares what community means to her.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
Here are just a few great ways you can get involved in Refugee Week 2025:
- Read refugee stories
- Spread the word
- Encourage your council to become a Refugee Welcome Zone
Tag your posts #RefugeeWeekAU so we can share in your celebrations!
#RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeekAU
- Read refugee stories
- Spread the word
- Encourage your council to become a Refugee Welcome Zone
Tag your posts #RefugeeWeekAU so we can share in your celebrations!
#RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeekAU
May 28, 2025 at 5:25 AM
Here are just a few great ways you can get involved in Refugee Week 2025:
- Read refugee stories
- Spread the word
- Encourage your council to become a Refugee Welcome Zone
Tag your posts #RefugeeWeekAU so we can share in your celebrations!
#RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeekAU
- Read refugee stories
- Spread the word
- Encourage your council to become a Refugee Welcome Zone
Tag your posts #RefugeeWeekAU so we can share in your celebrations!
#RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeekAU
The Australian Red Cross provides help and support to refugees, people seeking asylum, people in immigration detention and others vulnerable as a result of migration.
We are proud to have the Australian Red Cross as a supporter of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
We are proud to have the Australian Red Cross as a supporter of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
May 27, 2025 at 12:34 AM
The Australian Red Cross provides help and support to refugees, people seeking asylum, people in immigration detention and others vulnerable as a result of migration.
We are proud to have the Australian Red Cross as a supporter of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
We are proud to have the Australian Red Cross as a supporter of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
As part of Dandenong's Tamil community, Lenislas found strength and connection in support from others. To him, community is a space that fosters meaningful relationships and helps him navigate day-to-day life.
Read more #RefugeeWeekAU stories: www.refugeeweek.org.au/stories-of-f...
#RefugeeWeek
Read more #RefugeeWeekAU stories: www.refugeeweek.org.au/stories-of-f...
#RefugeeWeek
May 26, 2025 at 3:30 AM
As part of Dandenong's Tamil community, Lenislas found strength and connection in support from others. To him, community is a space that fosters meaningful relationships and helps him navigate day-to-day life.
Read more #RefugeeWeekAU stories: www.refugeeweek.org.au/stories-of-f...
#RefugeeWeek
Read more #RefugeeWeekAU stories: www.refugeeweek.org.au/stories-of-f...
#RefugeeWeek
MercyCare's support services for migrants and refugees help new arrivals take control of their future through skills development, training and more. We are proud to have MercyCare as a supporter of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
May 26, 2025 at 3:04 AM
MercyCare's support services for migrants and refugees help new arrivals take control of their future through skills development, training and more. We are proud to have MercyCare as a supporter of Refugee Week 2025.
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek
#RefugeeWeekAU #RefugeeWeek2025 #RefugeeWeek