Permanent residency brings life-changing outcomes
The granting of permanent residency is the unshackling of all the chains weighing down humanitarian entrants in Tasmania.
Sweeping migration changes announced
The Federal government’s long-awaited and much rumoured migration reforms were announced with further reforms flagged.
Write a Message of Hope
People stepping into our office looking for help are often feeling lonely, scared and overwhelmed. Can you write a Message of Hope for them?
Joint letter to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
This week we joined 160 other organisations calling on the Albanese Government not to proceed with reported changes to Australia’s migration system that would take away work rights from people seeking asylum, reduce appeal rights and make it harder for migrant and refugee families to reunite.
A Story of Hope: From Ethiopia to Tasmania
Separated through no choice of her own, Jewel made the heartbreaking decision to leave her child with his grandmother and make the long journey to Sudan to escape ethnic violence.
Iran Update
The impact of the Iran crisis is being felt in Tasmania.
Lina*
Lina experienced family violence but as a temporary visa holder, leaving that abusive relationship risked her ability to remain in Australia.
David*
David has only been able to explore and understand his sexual identity whilst being in Australia – returning to his home country would lead to violence, persecution and further harm.
Razia*
Razia was on a temporary bridging visa for 12 years. One call to Tasmanian Refugee Legal Service changed her life.