This report highlights the voices of children and young people whose parents and caregivers are affected by immigration detention and deportation. It argues their stories paint a different picture to the usual view presented in the media, showing how children suffer the consequences of both adult and government actions through no fault of their own.

This report examines the extent to which mental health policy intent, legal obligations and fundamental principles are being realised in practice. It identifies examples of emerging good practice with the potential to be adopted at scale and contribute to the realisation of policy objectives. It finds overseas-born Australians more likely to delay mental health support.

This report is the outcome of research conducted with culturally and racially marginalised girls and young women from migrant and refugee backgrounds in South West Sydney in 2025. The research aim was to explore the barriers and enablers impacting girls and young women's civic engagement and their aspirations within Australian society.

A small number of refugees and people seeking asylum in Australia have been living in precarious visa situations for lengthy periods. Prolonged visa insecurity creates a sub-class of people and has negative impacts on those affected. This paper proposes a policy to enable the regularisation of visa status in certain circumstances would significantly improve outcomes.

Specialised services and responses play a critical role in maintaining and strengthening Australia’s multicultural society. Too often, differences in access and outcomes persist for people from migrant and refugee backgrounds. These disparities are magnified by service responses that inadequately meet their needs and preferences. This policy brief explores specialised services and initiatives for a multicultural...