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SSI calls for greater international collaboration around refugee protection in light of UNHCR Global Trends report

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Leading refugee resettlement and multicultural services provider SSI has called for a more collaborative approach and greater commitment to refugee protection in light of smaller resettlement quotas and negative political rhetoric around the world. This call follows the release of the UNHCR Global Trends Report, which highlights the lowest global resettlement quotas since 2003 despite … Continued

SSI welcomes establishment of first NSW Settlement Advisory Council

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Leading refugee resettlement and multicultural services provider SSI has praised the establishment of the NSW Settlement Advisory Council announced by the Minns Labor Government on World Refugee Day last Friday. The NSW Settlement Advisory Council will be headed by Coordinator General for Settlement Professor Peter Shergold AC and will provide expert advice and policy support to … Continued

Facts over fear: Explainer video aims to stop refugee misinformation

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Global displacement hits record level as misinformation about refugees rises Video released by UNSW’s Kaldor Centre offers practical, research-based steps to respond Resource published ahead of World Refugee Day to support informed discussions As misinformation continues to distort public understanding of refugee issues, a new video from UNSW’s Kaldor Centre for International Refugee Law offers timely … Continued

Extending post-study work rights attracts more international students

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New research from the e61 Institute shows that extending post-study work rights (PSWRs) boosts international student enrolments and encourages graduates to stay in Australia temporarily – but does little to improve their job prospects or chances of permanent residency. The study analyses Australia’s 2013 reforms to the Temporary Graduate Visa, which extended post-study work rights … Continued

‘Life-saving training in translation’: Suicide prevention training for refugees launches in six languages ahead of World Refugee Day

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Media release                                                                   17 June 2025 ‘Life-saving training in translation’: Suicide prevention training for refugees launches in six languages ahead of World Refugee Day In a national first, Wesley LifeForce has launched suicide prevention training tailored for refugee and asylum seeker communities in Australia — now available in six languages and co-designed with … Continued

SydWest and Western Sydney MRC Champion Increase in Refugee Intake

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SydWest Multicultural Services and Western Sydney MRC, both members of the Western Sydney Region Settlement Consortium, are proud to announce its upcoming advocacy event, aimed at championing an increase in Australia’s refugee intake and enhancing the resettlement experience for migrants and refugees.   The event, set to take place on 17th June at West HQ … Continued

SSI welcomes establishment of Multicultural Affairs Office

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Leading refugee resettlement and multicultural services provider SSI has welcomed the establishment of an Office of Multicultural Affairs, saying it is a strong signal the Albanese government is committed to strengthening support for a stronger multicultural Australia. Australia is now more diverse – ethnically, linguistically, culturally – than ever with the 2021 Census reporting that … Continued

World Environment Day Tokenistic in a World of Endless Growth

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  In response to the approval of the Northwest Shelf gas extension, Sustainable Population Australia (SPA) argues that World Environment Day (WED), which falls on June 5th,  is tokenistic unless the environmental movement addresses the cause of our environmental issues, rather than the symptoms. SPA Spokesperson Michael Bayliss says that while the theme of the 2025 … Continued

SSI Allianz scholarship recipient and Afghan-born student forges career as doctor to help make a difference in the community?

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  Refugee students have this week received vital funds to pursue their education, under a scholarships program that nurtures the aspirations of young people who want to give back and contribute to Australian society.   Allianz Australia and not-for-profit SSI have awarded 34 deserving refugee students with SSI Allianz Refugee Scholarships, which supports refugees and people seeking … Continued