One Million Permanent Humanitarian Visas: Calls for Change as Milestone Nears
Advocates celebrate Australia's issuance of its one millionth permanent humanitarian visa. However, experts emphasize the need for Australia to reevaluate its approach to refugee and humanitarian policies.
Refugee rights organisations highlight this milestone as an opportunity to improve Australia's response to the ongoing global displacement crisis.
The First via the New Visa Pathway
Osamah is the first individual to arrive in Australia through this recent visa pathway, ending a prolonged period of uncertainty for him.
Ongoing Challenges in Policy
- Refugees describe Australia's policies as "the worst," urging the government to resolve cases of prolonged limbo that have lasted over 13 years.
- Greens and refugee advocates have criticized a $400 million deal with Nauru aimed at deporting former detainees.
Experiences of Migrants in Australia
Stories from refugees, international students, and people arriving by boat shed light on the realities of migrating to Australia.
"Australia's worst policy": Refugees plead with government to resolve 13-year limbo.
Greens, refugee advocates criticize $400m deal with Nauru to deport former detainees.
Published 9 November 2025, 6:43pm
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Summary: The milestone of one million permanent humanitarian visas marks progress but highlights urgent calls for Australia to reform its refugee policies and better address prolonged detention and deportations.
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