Special category visas
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.
Briefing paper
The new pathway to Australian citizenship
This briefing paper explores the potential impact of the new pathway to gaining Australian citizenship on the New Zealand economy.
Report
Labour in limbo: Bridging Visa E holders and modern slavery risk in Australia
This paper examines the precarious working situation of refugees and people seeking asylum in Australia on ‘Final Departure' Bridging Visa E as a case study for understanding potential modern slavery risks for refugees on temporary visas.
Guide
Migrants in the Australian workforce: a guidebook for policy makers
The COVID crisis highlights how important migrant workers are to the Australian economy, yet the role migrants play in the jobs market is poorly understood. This guidebook seeks to fill that knowledge gap so policy-makers can reform the system to supercharge the economic benefits of migration to Australians.
Position paper
Economic benefits of transitioning refugees from temporary to permanent visas
This position paper proposes that the Australian government reform the visa pathway requirements to enable refugees on a Temporary Protection Visa (TPV) or a Safe Haven Enterprise Visa (SHEV) to access a permanent visa.