Join us to make positive changes for refugees around the world. To receive our free weekly digest of news from Australia and around the world, visit: https://bit.ly/4bl2hPOhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mjggvy5tn22xPoliticians have scapegoated immigration for decades. It’s time to flip the script Seems a good day to re-read this from @profjmcadam.bsky.social https://theconversation.com/politicians-have-scapegoated-immigration-for-decades-its-time-to-flip-the-script-264266?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=bylineblueskybutton14 Apr 2026 03:30 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjggvy5tn22xhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mjdu4abyn222Congratulations to Dr Thomas Mulder on the @anzsil.org award! https://www.unsw.edu.au/news/2026/04/dr-thomas-mulder-receives-major-international-law-award13 Apr 2026 02:48 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjdu4abyn222https://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mj43j7zpkk22Shout-out to anyone in/around Indigo Shire (Victoria)! Join us next week at one of the libraries to connect locally and be part of building informed, resilient communities: https://www.indigoshire.vic.gov.au/Community/Community-events/Stronger-Together-A-Community-Cohesion-Program/Stand-Together-Countering-Misinformation?mc_cid=b14454a558&mc_eid=40921c3e3e10 Apr 2026 00:39 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mj43j7zpkk22https://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mhyu5n6q2c2f'When someone goes through the process of applying for a visa, they pay their fees. They meet all the requirements of that visa...pay for accommodation, pay for their flights. 'This sends a signal that none of that matters.' Read (or 🎧) @danghez.bsky.social in SBS: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/warnings-about-possible-unintended-consequences-of-iran-visitor-ban/15ttq10zf27 Mar 2026 00:24 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhyu5n6q2c2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mhwurmjy3c2fThere is a key missing element in the draft treaty on disaster protection: #Displacement. In a recent briefing, @profjmcadam.bsky.social highlighted this critical gap and called for explicit recognition of displacement in the final text. #Treaty #PPED @ifrc.org https://www.unsw.edu.au/news/2026/03/mcadam--draft-treaty-on-disasters-should-explicitly-address-disp26 Mar 2026 05:30 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhwurmjy3c2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mhwnw3dw522fHow could being part of our global Displaced Scholars Peer Mentoring program change your life? Discover how you could benefit and help others today – applications have just opened for mentors and mentees in 2026: https://www.unsw.edu.au/kaldor-centre/networks/displaced-scholars-peer-mentoring-program26 Mar 2026 03:27 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhwnw3dw522fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mhu2vxwre22fWatched @abcaustralia.bsky.social's The Matter of Facts? Now check out our guide to identifying and responding to bad information out there... Full report: https://unsw.edu.au/kaldor-centre/our-resources/legal-and-policy-resources/countering-misinformation ▶️ Watch this quick video 👇to get started https://youtu.be/OkrG2FkkhHI?si=fmaqAQgsywi4GhpV25 Mar 2026 02:42 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhu2vxwre22fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mhosvpogs22fNEW OPPORTUNITY to be part of our incredible Evacuations Research Hub team! ⬇️ [contains quote post or other embedded content]23 Mar 2026 00:35 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhosvpogs22fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mhhffbj36c2fSeeking asylum is often a high-stakes decision made under pressure. This Radio National Hour interview with Kaldor Centre Director @danghez.bsky.social shows why we need fair & fast processing – and emergency visa pathways when people are at risk. LISTEN 🎧 https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/the-radio-national-hour/refugees-iran-asylum-seeker/10647533820 Mar 2026 01:45 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhhffbj36c2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mhhcvvnooc2fHey, Melbourne – it's your chance to see the incredible art by Elaheh Mahdavi (from our series Temporary) and her Iran-based brother, Arman Mahdavi. The Seasick opens Sunday @ Bayley Arts, Highett. Please get along! https://events.humanitix.com/the-seasick-exhibition @asrc1.bsky.social @rac-vic.bsky.social20 Mar 2026 01:00 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhhcvvnooc2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mhchz53y3k2f'While many Australians have concerns over the general migration program, the public would support doing more to help those who face an evil regime ...' Well worth reading today's editorial in @sydmorningherald.bsky.social https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/time-for-government-to-lift-its-game-on-iranian-refugees-20260317-p5ob52.html18 Mar 2026 02:48 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhchz53y3k2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mgvqkbj4k22fAustralia can't protect everyone at risk in Iran – but no one is suggesting that. What we CAN do is provide at least temporary respite to people already approved to work, study or visit family or friends here. Obvious when you put it that way, really. https://cheekmedia.substack.com/p/the-albanese-governments-trump-inspired?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email&utm_content=share&fbclid=IwY2xjawQgRF5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFsejBreGVMUEZONVlpVGJac3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuRczNkEZhcqYjxZoyi2Dndo2NbYMwyWYXfHlAELT_Lnyxw9G-1wDtyMgkIh_aem_HmbWfz4kcvQJfoJeaFZssQ13 Mar 2026 01:17 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgvqkbj4k22fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mgvqcs3sgk2f'This week’s bill wasn’t news, partly because it’s just so routine: the resting pulse of our attitude to asylum seekers.' Waleed Aly today (with an exquisite 💔 illo from Simon Letch: https://www.smh.com.au/national/the-iranian-soccer-team-is-a-feelgood-story-that-perfectly-suits-trump-20260312-p5o9qq.html13 Mar 2026 01:12 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgvqcs3sgk2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mgttpy7hsk2uAustralia’s response to humanitarian crises is often improvised. In this piece for @cheekmediaco.bsky.social, @profjmcadam.bsky.social & @reginajefferies.bsky.social argue new travel ban powers move in the wrong direction — and propose a clearer framework. https://cheekmedia.substack.com/p/the-albanese-governments-trump-inspired12 Mar 2026 07:08 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgttpy7hsk2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mgtbd5tc5k2fWhile you were celebrating the extraordinary bravery of Iranian women footballers and taking pride in the free lives they may enjoy in our country ... the major parties go and do this. 📺 Watch @profjmcadam.bsky.social on SBS News: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/video/government-and-coalition-back-tougher-visa-laws-despite-granting-iran-footballers-asylum/p1ljoo7ge12 Mar 2026 01:39 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgtbd5tc5k2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mgqucbo3ps2fWelcome to seven Iranians, who have been under such unimaginable pressure. Our hearts go out to all involved. LISTEN: @danghez.bsky.social on ABC's The World Today https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/worldtoday/seven-iranian-football-team-members-granted-asylum/10644154611 Mar 2026 02:40 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgqucbo3ps2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mgnuawxyy22fOur best wishes go out to the members of Iran’s women’s football team granted protection in Australia. Team members could face serious repercussions at home after acts seen as dissent. @sydmorningherald.bsky.social @danghez.bsky.social @maryannekenny.bsky.social https://www.smh.com.au/national/iran-s-brave-players-have-stood-tall-now-australia-must-stand-with-them-20260309-p5o8u1.html09 Mar 2026 22:02 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgnuawxyy22fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mgmryzto2k2fBrave on the pitch. Uncertain off it. @danghez.bsky.social & @maryannekenny.bsky.social argue Australia must ensure Iran’s women footballers can safely decide their future if returning home could put them at risk. Read in the @sydmorningherald.bsky.social: https://www.smh.com.au/national/iran-s-brave-players-have-stood-tall-now-australia-must-stand-with-them-20260309-p5o8u1.html09 Mar 2026 11:49 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgmryzto2k2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mgm4lr4wzs2wWhat protections exist if athletes fear persecution at home? Kaldor Centre Director @danghez.bsky.social speaks to @theguardian.com about the safety fears facing the #Iran women's national football team and the legal obligations that may arise for Australia. https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/mar/09/iran-womens-football-team-safety-fears-australia09 Mar 2026 05:26 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgm4lr4wzs2whttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mglj2ddrts2wBREAKING: https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/sos-hand-signal-as-bus-drives-iranian-women-s-soccer-team-from-final-match-20260309-p5o8mq.html08 Mar 2026 23:36 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mglj2ddrts2whttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mgcl6nfshs2tRe-heated 'mass' migration rhetoric 'creates an environment in which every minority becomes less safe – not just Muslims, recent immigrants, refugees, Black and Brown people, but also Jews and everyone else who has suffered at the hands of the far right.' https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/mar/05/shabana-mahmood-immigrants-britain-history05 Mar 2026 10:20 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgcl6nfshs2thttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mgckw2r37k2tReminder: Get a start on celebrating International Women's Day at UNSW with @profjmcadam.bsky.social + others! #IWD Details: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iwd-sciential-forum-event-tickets-1982640228294?aff=oddtdtcreator05 Mar 2026 10:15 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgckw2r37k2thttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mfsfgzbbg22wWhat exactly is 'a fair go'? Interesting to see the answers Australians give to this question. https://theconversation.com/politicians-say-immigration-threatens-australian-values-but-our-research-shows-no-one-knows-exactly-what-that-means-276746?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=bylineblueskybutton26 Feb 2026 23:55 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfsfgzbbg22whttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mfqbmmgn7s2cCongratulations, Adama Kamara! We are excited to work with you and your co-CEO, Paul Power, to champion the rights of displaced people and strengthen communities that can protect those who need safety. [contains quote post or other embedded content]26 Feb 2026 03:41 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfqbmmgn7s2chttps://bsky.app/profile/kaldorcentre.bsky.social/post/3mfn7bi62mk2fA sister makes an emotional case for the return of an 'ISIS bride'. Without emotion, Australian law leads to the same conclusion. Listen to @profjmcadam.bsky.social on AM: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/am/sister-begs-for-syria-return/10638432024 Feb 2026 22:21 +0000at://did:plc:h7kitrdexhayyvkfrmn6rveb/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfn7bi62mk2f