Refugee families
Report
Economic participation of humanitarian migrants in Australia
This report provides evidence of economic participation trends among resettled refugees, the potential or ‘latent’ labour force capacity in this group and the timing of ‘transitions’ into the labour force. The report focuses specifically on the relationship between family dynamics and employment. It points to possible barriers that could be reduced or eliminated through policy...
Report
Regional refugee settlement: learning from the past, preparing for the future
This report discusses the needs of humanitarian migrants settling in regional Australia. It is based on a multi-stakeholder virtual forum, and a virtual policy roundtable discussion held in October 2021.
Discussion paper
Family separation and family reunion for refugees: a reform proposal
Refugees in Australia need to be able to access a fairer, faster and more affordable family reunion system. This paper sets out the laws, procedures and policies requiring amendment in order to address the impacts of the decade-long separation from families experienced by refugees in Australia.
Report
Settlement interrupted: the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on newly arrived young people in Victoria
This report illustrates how the extended lockdowns of 2020 and 2021, and the broader pandemic, have presented significant interruptions to the settlement process, with implications for young people’s longer-term participation and wellbeing.
Report
Intergenerational refugee aspirations and academic success: from uncertain pasts to promising futures
This report offers significant insights into the research on intergenerational aspirations of refugee-background families. It highlights the important role of parents in fostering the educational success of their children and their subsequent development as accomplished, confident and respectful young adults.