The NCCA and Common Grace #EndTheWaiting campaign is calling on the Australian Government to:
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Maintain and expand Australia’s Refugee and Humanitarian Program
In line with Australia’s pledge at the Global Refugee Forum, increase the program to 27,000 places and ensure Australia continues to play its part in responding to global displacement.
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Make complementary pathways permanent
Expand opportunities for refugee students, skilled refugees, and community-sponsored entrants through pathways that are additional to Australia’s humanitarian intake, and establish these programs as a permanent feature of Australia’s response.
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Protect dignity while people wait
Ensure people in Australia awaiting decisions on their protection claims have access to work rights and Medicare, preserving dignity and enabling meaningful contribution to the community.
