Justice and a Fair Go for Refugees
Be part of the national PALM SUNDAY action calling for Justice and a Fair Go for Refugees
Palm Sunday (March 28) is an important opportunity to raise awareness of the continuing injustice and cruelty experienced by refugees and people who are seeking asylum. This year Palm Sunday actions are calling for:
- Permanent visas for all refugees
- Basic income support for people in the community while their refugee status is assessed
- Release of ALL Refugees from detention #TimeForAHome
- An end to offshore processing #GameOver
You can support Palm Sunday by:
- attending an action on Palm Sunday – these will be organised to be Covid-safe. See listing of actions at https://aran.net.au/campaigns/palm-sunday-2021/
- remember refugees in your service on Palm Sunday. Some churches are planning to ring their bells ! Let us know if you will ring your bells by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- follow the Speaking Out for Refugees FB page and share posts on your own social media – use hashtags #justice4refugees #GameOver
- post your own messages of support on your social media page. If you don’t have your own social media, you can send a message of support from your local group, organisation - or as an individual - for posting on the Speaking up for Refugees FB page to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Lobby your local MP – see background information on the issues at https://aran.net.au/campaigns/palm-sunday-2021/
- Do the online actions suggested at https://aran.net.au/campaigns/palm-sunday-2021/
Fair Go for Refugees Webinar
Attend the Justice and a Fair Go for Refugees Webinar on Tuesday 23 March, 7.30-8.30pm (AEDT) on zoom https://amnestyau.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMod-CqqTwiHN2tsC7LzChFuMGOSLuzMyMj - learn more about the issues.
Hosted by the Australian Refugee Action Network (ARAN) and Amnesty International. If you register before the night you will received updates on the speakers and program.
If you have queries email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 0409 252 673.
