Where does the money go?
Ensuring justice for asylum seekers
For all the debate and discussion devoted to asylum seekers, little of it centres on the individual stories – the reasons people flee their homeland and set out on risky journeys seeking hope of a better life, free of conflict and fear. Also unnoticed; many with legitimate claims are rejected protection visas and the funding for legal help is drying up. In the last year we’ve assisted over 100 asylum seekers like the Karami family – but many will still be at risk if there is no funding for the work we do to ensure justice for asylum seekers is delivered.
Working with community organisations
Setting up a community or not-for-profit organisation isn't as easy as you might think. There are many laws and regulations to be aware of and these vary between each state and territory. As Abraham’s unsuccessful attempt to raise tax-deductible funds shows, it can be very difficult. We help small organisations navigate the maze so they can get on with what they do best.
Improving the law
Sometimes the best way to ensure people get justice is to fix unfair laws. One area we're working on is discrimination. People experiencing homelessness tend to do it tough, but there is no protection against discrimination based on their social status.