This report highlights the voices of children and young people whose parents and primary caregivers have been placed in immigration detention following cancellation of their visas, and who are subsequently deported from Australia. Through in-depth interviews, surveys and artwork children, young people and their families share their stories of being separated from family members by immigration detention and deportation.

In their own words, participants emphasise the importance of family unity and relationships for children’s emotional wellbeing. The report argues their stories paint a different picture to the usual view presented in the media of people whose visas have been cancelled on character grounds, showing that many are also parents or caregivers, and how children suffer the consequences of both adult and government actions through no fault of their own.

Audio and video options are available on the website.