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This Refugee Week (16-22 June 2024) we are sharing the Australian Refugee Health Practice Guide. It's a guide that can be used by doctors, nurses and other primary care providers to inform on-arrival and ongoing health care for people from refugee backgrounds, including people seeking asylum. It covers approaches to patient care, common health concerns across all ages, including mental health issues and particular population groups, such as children through to older people. There's also resources on trauma-informed approaches to working with patients from refugee backgrounds. And did you know free interpreters are available for GPs and medical specialists providing Medicare-rebateable services in private practice? Call the Doctors Priority Line 1300 131 450. Australian Refugee Health Practice Guide: https://lnkd.in/gy-vSJa6 Trauma-informed care: https://hubs.ly/Q02CnRQf0 Translated health resources: https://hubs.ly/Q02CnSYj0 #RefugeeWeekAU

Today, on World Refugee Day, take a chance to join refugees and people seeking asylum and celebrate and acknowledge their strength and resilience.From anywhere in Australia, be a force for change by helping The ASRC raise funds to provide food, shelter, healthcare, legal aid and other essential services for people seeking asylum. The funds raised also help power the advocacy work the ASRC does to influence systemic and policy change Today, on World Refugee Day, take a chance to join refugees and people seeking asylum and celebrate and acknowledge their strength and resilience.The funds raised also help power the advocacy work the ASRC does to influence systemic and policy change for refugees.  https://lnkd.in/gp_EyRzj

🌍 In recent years, the portrayal of refugees in media and art has often been limited to images of suffering and victimhood. While these narratives highlight the dire circumstances refugees face, they can also reinforce stereotypes and strip individuals of their agency. Our recent collaboration with Asylum Access is focused on shifting these narratives through purposeful and empowering illustrations. 🎨 The illustrations created for Asylum Access’s position paper on building equitable partnerships and the accountability toolkit were designed with the intention of depicting refugees not just as victims but as leaders and change-makers, inspiring hope and optimism in our collective future. 🤝 The cover page of the position paper features an illustration of individuals from diverse backgrounds working together to connect various segments of pathways, symbolizing the collaborative effort required to build equitable partnerships. This depiction underscores the value of each contributor and the integral role they play in creating inclusive and supportive environments. Equitable partnerships between international organisations, philanthropists, non-profits, grassroots organisations led by refugees, and host countries are crucial for safeguarding refugee rights. 🔗 The toolkit's cover page features an illustration of groups working within a framework held by supportive hands, representing the interconnectedness necessary for successful partnerships. These images show refugees leading discussions and making decisions, challenging traditional victim narratives and emphasizing their capacity for driving change. 🌈 The vibrant colours and supportive hands suggest optimism and the dynamic nature of collaborative efforts. By supporting refugee-led organisations, these partnerships help rebuild lives with dignity and equity, fostering stronger communities. 🛠️ Transforming the narrative from victimhood to leadership involves changing mindsets. By highlighting refugees' strengths and contributions, we aim to inspire a more inclusive dialogue around displacement and promote a more equitable and just world. - #RefugeeRights #SocialImpact #EquitablePartnerships #RefugeeLeadership #HumanRights #ArtForSocialJustice #ArtActivism

🌍 Improving Solutions for Forcibly Displaced Populations in East Africa 🌍 Our latest blog, written jointly and published by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, provides key insights from impact evaluations in East Africa and beyond on mental health support, optimal cash transfers, and challenges in addressing gender-based violence for displaced populations. 🔗 Read more about our findings and insights https://lnkd.in/dpNtGZHQ

Honoring Resilience on World Refugee Day 2024 🌍 Today, we recognize #WorldRefugeeDay and the 117.3 million people forcibly displaced worldwide due to conflict, violence, persecution, and human rights violations (UNHCR Global Trends 2022). Refugees demonstrate incredible resilience in the face of unimaginable hardship. Nonprofits are vital in providing urgent aid, resources, and hope to those fleeing crisis. Their efforts make a profound global impact: 🇨🇦 In 2022, Canada resettled 140,621 refugees - the largest number globally (UNHCR Refugee Data Finder). 🌐 Over 1,000 nonprofits worldwide directly serve refugees with housing, job training, legal aid, and more (Nonprofit Quarterly). 💼 In 2023, nonprofits helped over 30,000 refugees secure employment - a key step toward self-sufficiency (Tent Partnership for Refugees). The dedication of nonprofits to empower refugees and foster a more welcoming world is truly inspiring. From providing basic necessities to facilitating long-term integration, their work transforms lives. On this day, let’s not forget to celebrate the incredible resilience of refugees and the tireless efforts of nonprofits supporting them on their journeys. Together, we can create a more compassionate society for all. #RefugeeDay #RefugeeRights #RefugeeAwareness #RefugeeEmpowerment

The Agents of Hope Training & Information Center is a beacon of Hope for refugees in the US, offering assistance amidst resettlement challenges. The Refugee Resettlement System, though designed to help, often faces bureaucratic inefficiencies, cultural barriers, and job market discrimination, leaving many refugees feeling isolated. To address these challenges, a comprehensive approach is needed. Improving policy implementation, increasing community resources funding, and fostering a compassionate public narrative are key steps. Empowering refugees with essential tools and knowledge is crucial for their successful integration and contribution to society. Advocating for comprehensive solutions and a welcoming environment can transform the resettlement journey into one filled with hope and opportunity. Together, we can reshape the future of refugee resettlement, ensuring their dreams become reality. #RefugeeResettlement #CommunitySupport #Empowerment

Today, on #WorldRefugeeDay, ECDAN remembers millions of displaced children, parents, and families around the world. The UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency estimates a staggering 43.3 million children have been forcibly displaced, uprooted from their homes and communities. At ECDAN, we believe every child deserves a safe, loving home-regardless of background. These children deserve the chance to grow up healthy, happy, and reach their full potential. By investing in ECD, we can empower displaced children to build brighter futures, no matter where they call home. How can you help? ➡ Advocate for policies that priorities the needs of displaced children including the access to essential quality services. ➡Share this post and use #WorldRefugeeDay to show your solidarity. Together, we can create a world where #everychild, regardless of their background, feels safe, loved, and has the opportunity to thrive.

KINDNESS NEEDED "Refugees are you and I with different circumstances". This year's World Refugee Day them-solidarity with refugees-envisions a world where refugees are welcomed. It includes - Keeping our borders accessible - acknowledge their contributions - adressing the hurdles they face Soliditarity in action: Promoting refugee-sensitive health systems UNHCR estimates by mid-2023, - over 110 million individuals worldwide were forcibly displaced - 40% being children - 75% of these individuals are hosted in low and middle- income contries. Focusing on Pakistan, we see the complexities of hosting large refugee populations. According to UNHCR, over 6.4m Afghans were hosted in 108 countries last year, with Pakistan alone providing refuge to nearly 2m. The government puts the total at nearly 4m. Refugees are not merely recipients of care but active contributors to health systems globally, - serving as skilled health care professionals - cultural mediators, - advocates for equitable access. Global collaboration, guided by principles of - non-discrimination - equity - inclusion is essential. Enhancing international cooperation and fostering social integration are commitments toward creating a healthier, more equitable world for all. Ultimately, solidarity comes from empty and compassion. Let's be kind and make this world a beautiful place to live for every individual. 🤍🤝 #WorldRefugeesDay #kindness #solidarity #health #care #awareness

Did you know that after receiving refugee status, refugees only have 28 days to find a home and a job? With no savings and living on as little as £7 a day during the asylum process, it's an uphill battle, and many are at risk of homelessness. At the end of March 2024, there was a 255% increase in refugees seeking homelessness support from local authorities. Imagine the challenge of rebuilding your life after such trauma—without a stable place to call home. At the Refugee Council, we believe there’s no one-size-fits-all solution to preventing refugee homelessness, but we’re committed to making a difference. Through our services, we provide support with housing, employment, and language skills, helping refugees gain independence and become part of their communities. 🔗 Read our latest report and stay tuned for updates on how you can help support refugees through our life-saving projects: https://bit.ly/3U2rNSd