What emotions do refugees feel?

Refugees Express Feelings of Pain, Struggle and Hope Through Art. Memories of a childhood spent running away from war. Trying to find stability in a place where you feel like an outsider.

Why do people end up as refugees?

A refugee has a well-founded fear of persecution for reasons of race, religion, nationality, political opinion or membership in a particular social group. Most likely, they cannot return home or are afraid to do so. War and ethnic, tribal and religious violence are leading causes of refugees fleeing their countries.

Why does Australia accept refugees?

Do people seeking asylum come to Australia for economic reasons? In Red Cross’ experience, the majority of people who apply for asylum do so because their lives and safety are under threat from war, violence or human rights abuses in their homeland.

How do refugees suffer?

Refugees have experienced many extremely stressful events because of political or religious oppression, war, migration, and resettlement. Before being forced to flee, refugees may experience imprisonment, torture, loss of property, malnutrition, physical assault, extreme fear, rape and loss of livelihood.

What risks do refugees face?

There are risks at every stage of the journey. Refugees and migrants drown at sea, dehydrate during desert or sea crossings, fall victim to kidnapping and extortion, torture and rape, and are beaten, shot and killed by criminals or border officials.

Can a refugee marry in Australia?

You can get married in Australia. However, to stay in Australia permanently, you have to get a permanent Partner visa. If you hold a SHEV, and you meet the regional work or study requirements (SHEV pathway requirements), then you can apply for a Partner visa.

Do refugees choose where they go?

Refugees do not choose the country in which they would like to live. UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency identifies the most vulnerable refugees for resettlement and then makes recommendations to select countries.