Issues in Depth

The 5Ds of Asylum Seeker Issues

Asylum Seeker issues can be broken down into 5 broad areas: Deterrence, Detention, Determination of visa status, Deportation and removals, and Durable Solutions.

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Child refugees, asylum seekers and detainees

September 2005

Many in the community have expressed particular concern for children who come to Australia as asylum seekers.

Living in the Community: Visa and Welfare Issues

September 2005

Numerous issues remain even for those who are living in the community. Temporary Protection Visas offer little security and sever restrictions on access to liberty and welfare services. Other visa classes also create barriers to asylum seekers and refugees living freely in the community.