The importance of digital inclusion for refugees Digital inclusion is crucial for refugees arriving in Australia, as most essential activities today are conducted online. Understanding and using digital tools early in the settlement process is vital, enabling newcomers to have easy access to the information they need, especially with support services, and to learn and connect with others, such as well as family overseas. … Read More
Afghan Family Have a New Beginning in Canberra
Fleeing the Taliban and the Threat of Deportation The family’s journey began in Afghanistan, where they faced severe threats from the Taliban. After a dangerous escape across the border, they sought safety in Pakistan but were soon at risk of deportation back to the peril they fled. Sanctuary Provides Critical Support Their chance at safety came when they were approved … Read More
The Inspiring Journey Of The Htoo Family
In the Mae La Refugee Camp, Thailand, the Htoo family stood as a testament to resilience amidst turmoil. Paw Ra Htoo, her husband Tha Ku, and their three children – Mya, Kyaw, and Aye – hailed from the Karen ethnic group of Myanmar. Born and raised in the green hills of their village, Paw Ra Htoo and Tha Ku faced … Read More
Rising Demand for Travel Loans: Can you help?
Supporting a Cause: How You Can Make a Difference In recent times, Sanctuary has experienced a surge of requests for interest-free travel loans. Once a family member has gone through interviews and medicals overseas, and is finally approved for their visa, family members here often face financial barriers to be able to afford the airfare to get their loved ones … Read More
Finally – A victory for justice!
Sanctuary has been working to seek justice for a young Iraqi woman, Majda, who arrived in Australia by boat as a refugee with her disabled sister, Neura. Their story is truly shocking. They were imprisoned on Christmas Island having committed no crime but to seek safety and asylum, then transferred to Darwin for a short time before being moved to … Read More
Happy Birthday Kate Atkinson!
On Sunday July 30, the Screen Stars event was held in the UK, with our wonderful Sanctuary Patron, Kate Atkinson. At this special event, Kate was presented with the details of the fundraiser amount donated in honour for her birthday on behalf of Kate Atkinson Fan Page. Kate was touched and surprised, and very grateful, stating that this gift will be … Read More
Refugee children need to go to school like other kids!
Many refugee children are unable to go to school as their family do not have basic school fees (approx. $100 a term). This is heartbreaking for parents who desperately want their children to have education and a hopeful future. The Sanctuary School Aid Program is currently assisting several families in Kenya, Uganda and Zimbabwe. With help from our supporters we … Read More
Ukrainian refugees need our support.
“I am a programmer and had an IT company, employing 20 people…but almost all are young guys, now in militarily in the war and everything in company is gone. I and my children sought refuge here in Georgia, and there has been an increasing number of Ukrainian refugees, especially children, reported with anxiety, depression and PTSD. Because its expensive to … Read More
How I Was Reunited with My Siblings After Years of Separation
Our Father married two women – my mum, and also another lady, the mother of my siblings, so I share the same Father with them. When the first war broke out in S. Sudan we sadly became scattered as a family. Mum and I found ourselves in at Rino Refugee camp, Uganda. At this point we had lost all contact … Read More
Sanctuary End of year update.
Season’s Greetings from Nairobi! Thank you to all our kind donors who have supported these beautiful refugee children to go to school! Sanctuary provides basic help to several underprivlidged refugee families in Kenya and Uganda, where education is not free. Sanctuary helps to cover costs such as a child’s annual school fees, uniform, and books. We’ve had fantastic support for … Read More