As the Federal Election draws closer, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by campaigns, manifestos, and headlines; especially with fear-mongering surrounding refugees and people seeking asylum fuelling certain political agendas. Despite this targeted misinformation, we invite you to choose community over division this weekend. Across Australia, people from displaced backgrounds are enriching our culture, building businesses, … Continue reading Refugees, Rights, and The Ballot Box
Though we’ve formerly defined refugees and outlined their rights and protections, another critical group to explore and understand is people seeking asylum. Important to note, this group is often referred to as ‘asylum seekers’, however, at Welcome Merchant, we champion person-first language, aiming to grant respect and dignity through primarily acknowledging personhood, hence our use … Continue reading Seeking Safety: Understanding the Process of Asylum
At Welcome Merchant, refugees and people seeking asylum are at the heart of everything that we do. But to accurately support these people, it’s critical to have a clear understanding of the refugee rights and protections: who qualifies as ‘refugee’ and how do they reach that status? Photo by Folco Masi, via Unsplash In 1951, … Continue reading Defining ‘Refugee’: The Refugee Convention
World Refugee Day, celebrated each year on June 20, is a day to honour people who have been forced to flee their home to escape conflict or persecution. Refugees seek safety and protection in other countries, hoping to rebuild their lives and contribute to their new communities. However, despite their resilience and determination, refugees often … Continue reading Debunking common myths about refugees this World Refugee Day
