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FASSTT issues public statements to speak out on matters that affect the wellbeing, rights and safety of refugee communities. These include issues of humanitarian crises, discrimination and justice. These statements reflect our commitment to truth-telling, solidarity and survivor dignity.
2023
FASSTT launches Witness to War
The Forum of Australian Services to Survivors of Torture and Trauma has launched Witness to War, a free and confidential…
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A FASSTT Resource
Resource - support for people during times of international conflict When conflicts arise in their country of origin, individuals, families…
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Support for people affected by the events in Israel and Gaza
The recent escalation of violence in Israel, Gaza, and the surrounding regions is inflicting enduring and devastating humanitarian consequences including…
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2005-2020
FASSTT calls for the immediate release of Hakeem al-Araibi
Joint Statement: FASSTT joins international calls for the immediate release of Australian resident and professional footballer, Hakeem al-Araibi at risk…
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“kidsoffnauru” a matter of urgency
FASSTT endorses the request of the "kidsoffnauru" campaign to bring children from Nauru to Australia as a matter of urgency…
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CONDITION OF REFUGEES IN PNG AND NAURU
FASSTT REMAINS CONCERNED ABOUT THE HEALTH AND WELL BEING OF REFUGEES IN PNG AND NAURU The Forum of Australian Services…
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FASSTT WELCOMES THE RATIFICATION OF OPCAT
FASSTT WELCOMES THE RATIFICATION OF OPCAT - A TREATY TO STRENGTHEN THE PROTECTION FROM ABUSE OF PEOPLE DEPRIVED OF THEIR…
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FASSTT Statement – transferral of asylum seekers Nauru & PNG
Statement regarding the situation of people seeking asylum who were transferred by Australia to Nauru and Papua New Guinea The…
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FASSTT STATEMENT – DEADLINE FOR ASYLUM SEEKING APPLICATIONS
STATEMENT OF CONCERN ABOUT THE GOVERNMENT’S SETTING OF AN ARBITRARY DEADLINE FOR PEOPLE SEEKING ASYLUM TO SUBMIT APPLICATIONS The Forum…
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Jorge Aroche elected President of the International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims
FASSTT congratulates Jorge Aroche CEO of STARTTS on being elected President of the International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims. The…
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Statement of concern about the Australian Border Force Act 2015
The Forum of Australian Services for Survivors of Torture and Trauma (FASSTT) expresses its profound concern that the Australian Border…
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FASSTT Response to the National Mental Health Review
The Forum of Australian Services for Survivors of Torture and Trauma welcomes the release of the National Mental Health Commissions’…
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Reply to Letter to PM – 17 Jan 2014
PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY TO THE PRIME MINISTER Reference: C13/93710 17 JAN 2014 Mr Paris Aristotle AM Chief Executive Officer Victorian Foundation…
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Letter to PM – 13 Dec 2013
The Hon. Tony Abbott, MP Prime Minister of Australia PO Box 6022 House of Representatives Parliament House Canberra ACT 2600…
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