News & commentary: Your voice, your rights
Stay informed and engaged with critical developments in immigration law, detention, and human rights in Australia. Our news and commentary section provides in-depth analysis, personal stories, and expert insights to foster understanding and advocate for justice. While we offer general legal information, please note we are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice. Seek urgent advice from a qualified lawyer or registered migration agent for any visa or detention matters.
Frontline perspectives & national detention news
Explore our major headlines and editorials covering the most pressing issues in immigration and detention. We bring you national detention news, offering insights into policies, events, and the impact on individuals and communities across Australia. Hear directly from those affected through our "Detainee voice story" section, providing powerful personal accounts that highlight the human impact of these systems.
Legal insights & court watch
Navigate the complexities of immigration law with our clear and concise "Immigration law explainer" articles. Stay updated on significant rulings and proceedings through our "Federal Court watch," "High Court / constitutional law" analysis, and "ART watch" sections. We also provide an "International law section" to contextualise Australian legal practices within a global human rights framework. Our goal is to empower individuals, families, and legal professionals with knowledge and understanding.
Children, families & human rights
This section focuses on the profound impact of detention and immigration policies on children and families. Discover articles on "Children and family separation," "Medical neglect and health," and issues of "Contractor accountability." We also offer critical "Government policy review" and interviews with leading "Lawyer interview" and "Advocate interview" figures. Understand the legal and human rights arguments surrounding the best interests of the child, including for Australian-born children of non-citizens, and the intersection of family violence and immigration decisions. We aim to present a balanced perspective, condemning any misuse of domestic violence systems while upholding the protection of genuine victims.
Resources & community
Access our "Case law library" and discover "Community voices," "Faith/community support," and "Mental health support" resources. We provide "Legal templates" and a comprehensive "Directory" of services, alongside "Events" listings. You can also find information on sponsorship opportunities and our E-newspaper PDF upload. Join our community to share, learn, and advocate. We encourage you to share our content, learn more about critical issues, and understand the ongoing challenges faced by those in detention and their families.
Support & advocacy
Our platform is designed to reach people in detention, their families, legal professionals, and the general public. We aim to highlight critical issues such as physical pain and injury, nerve pain and chronic pain, respiratory harm, passive smoking exposure, mental health deterioration, sleep deprivation, delayed specialist referrals, medication issues, emergency care failures, disability support, and dental and optical care. We pay special attention to trauma and PTSD, particularly focusing on children affected by detention, removal, deportation, family violence systems, and immigration decision-making. Your engagement helps us amplify these voices and drive change.