Asylum Seekers Centre
@ASCSyd
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The Asylum Seekers Centre provides practical support and advocacy for people seeking asylum in Greater Sydney.
Australia
Joined February 2020
RT @ThirdSectorAU: Elijah Buol OAM officially joins the @ASCSyd on 1 August and undertakes a handover period with outgoing CEO Frances Rush….
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In a time when anti-immigration rhetoric is getting louder, this is the kind of message we need to hold onto. One of our supporters shared this to our community — and it’s a reminder to stand on the side of welcome. We are all from somewhere.
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The Asylum Seekers Centre is delighted to announce the appointment of Elijah Buol OAM as its new CEO. Read more about Elijah and his appointment on our blog:.
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At the Asylum Seekers Centre, we’re shaping fairer systems — from frontline services to systemic advocacy. Our newsletter is built for everyone who cares about justice, compassion, and welcome. Insightful, practical, and deeply human. Subscribe now:.👉
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This NAIDOC Week, we honour The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy. At the Asylum Seekers Centre, we stand in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people—celebrating their leadership, strength and stories. #NAIDOCWeek #NAIDOC2025
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“They are not looking for charity — people seeking asylum are driven by a desire to become self-reliant & build a better future for themselves and their families.” shares Ravi Prasad of Parliament on King. Read more on our blog: Empowerment on the menu✊.
asylumseekerscentre.org.au
In the competitive world of catering, Parliament on King combines exceptional cuisine with a powerful social mission.
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This #RefugeeWeek, and every day, we celebrate the strength that comes from diverse voices and shared humanity. Thank you to Abang, Charles, and Thouraya for sharing what it means to find freedom through community. #AsylumSeekersCentre
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Some highlights from Thouraya's social media take over last Monday.💙. Tune in on our Facebook and Instagram stories for more inspiring insights from our #RefugeeWeek participants. Charles is live today. Abang on Friday!
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From volunteering to supporting refugee-owned businesses or advocating for fairer policies—there are many ways to support people seeking safety. 💛 Read our blog: "Ten ways to support people seeking asylum and refugees in Australia":.. #RefugeeWeek
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🍎Your donation will be doubled this Refugee Week!🍎. This week only to mark Refugee Week - your donation to the Asylum Seekers Centre will be doubled, doubling your impact for people seeking asylum. Double your donation now:.🔗
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Refugees are our neighbours, our colleagues, our classmates. They deserve what we all do: freedom, safety, and dignity. This Refugee Week (15-21 June), speak up, stand alongside, and remind the world—refugee rights are human rights 🙌. #RefugeeWeek2025
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Qualified. Experienced. Overlooked. Nearly half of refugees in Australia are stuck in jobs far below their skills — even 10 years on. It’s time to demand better recognition of qualifications and fair access to meaningful work.
abc.net.au
New research shows almost half of refugees previously working as managers and professionals are, 10 years later, still experiencing what's known as an "occupational downgrade".
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Muzafar Ali, former Afghan refugee and Fred Hollows Award winner, is cycling 4,000km across Australia for refugee education. From fleeing the Taliban to co-founding schools in Indonesia, his story shows refugees as changemakers. Follow his journey at
rideforeducation.com
Ride For Education: Make a donation today to support education for refugees and women in Afghanistan
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This week's National Reconciliation Week theme, Bridging Now to Next, calls on us all to step forward together, look ahead and continue the push forward as past lessons guide us. We commit to continue learning, advocating, and supporting the vision of a reconciled Australia.
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Today, on #NationalSorryDay, and every day, we remember the Stolen Generations. We honour the strength of survivors and First Nations peoples, and acknowledge the ongoing pain and injustice they face. In memory, in truth, and with a resolve to take action, we walk together.
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Australia’s policy towards refugees and people seeking asylum stands at a critical juncture and Labor has the political clout for a principled reset, writes @maryannekenny via @ConversationEDU.
theconversation.com
Australia has the experience, resources, and civil society needed to shape a more humane and effective refugee system. Four key areas are ripe for reform.
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Your generosity brings care and community to people seeking asylum left behind by a broken system. Donate now to support our community of safety and connection:
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RT @OzRefugeeCounc: We joined with 39 organisations across the refugee sector to congratulate Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on his reelec….
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Congratulations to @AlboMP and @AustralianLabor. The Prime Minister spoke of kindness being at the heart of his election victory. This must be a mantra and a mandate reflected in policy and rhetoric. It's time to get to work to deliver on fairness, compassion, and justice.
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The conversations you have today, tomorrow, and every day after can help deliver real change. Use these tips from people with lived experience and expertise to speak to loved ones about the rights of people seeking asylum and why we must choose compassion over cruelty.
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