The international community need to step up, not only for those in Afghanistan but also Afghans waiting in neighbouring countries for visas to safety theguardian.com/global-develop…

A refugee woman in Pakistan was beaten by police for filming their abuse. Her only “crime” was documenting violence. Refugees face daily threats, yet countries like the U.S., Australia & others stay silent on their applicants. Where is UNHCR? Where are the human rights orgs?

sbs.com.au/news/podcast/b… Episode 2 has dropped today. Statelessness is little known in Australia, but it is a problem here & around the world. Listen to those who are recognised by no country (And advocate for Australia to implement a statelessness visa)

Samima Amiri, Afghan women’s rights activist, says Pakistani police have increased arrests of Afghan migrants. She hid in a bathroom to avoid detention. “The situation of those awaiting resettlement is very serious.” Australia, U.S. & others must act to protect Afghan refugees.

After 20-year-old Afghan girl died by suicide in Islamabad, rights defenders warn the world’s silence is deadly. Afghan refugees in Pakistan are in danger. Australia — PM Albanese must urgently act on 2021 visa promises. Afghans who are waiting for humanitarian visa of Australia.

Gus is still being punished. Statelessness exists in Australia. It can be solved - via a stateless person visa & pathway to permanence I've known Gus for years - he & society deserve better - we cannot have a stateless underclass sbs.com.au/news/podcast-e…

Mo Munshi is stuck in Mongolia due to a travel ban. His health is deteriorating - he will die unless the ban is lifted & he can come home. I represent Mo & can attest to the urgent need to bring him home. change.org/p/help-bring-o…

Today marks 16 years since the "end" of the Sri Lankan Civil War The perpetrators have not been held to account I am speaking at Sydney Town Hall at noon today about the genocide & disappeared - an ongoing crime Join us & add your voice to call for accountability

#TamilGenocide #SriLanka #HumanRights

Great to be at the #ChangeDirection launch. Mental health for Indigenous people is a human right. My work incl fighting for indigenous like Gus Kuster, who was held indefinitely in detention (featured on SBS's #BelongingNowhere) #IndigenousRights #Statelessness

Liberty - released after 7 years of administrative detention BIG win for accountability! 🇦🇺 Federal Circuit Court issued a scathing costs judgment against the Minister & Secretary for Home Affairs. Ordered indemnity costs (rare) finding they acted 'unreasonably' & 'ought to have

I’ll definitely be raising a glass tonight🥂to celebrate this moment. I get asked how I stay focused and committed to cases and issues that drag out for far longer than they should or seem to be far too challenging to get a positive outcome. This is why. ⬇️ Pushing for basic

I was honoured to be invited to the University of Western Sydney’s Law School’s 30th anniversary and hear The Hon Virgina Bell AC speak. Her telling of Tuckiar v The King was captivating - and the lesson applies today. Where the laws are clear and the judiciary are impartial even

Through my work, I often hear of Iranian foreign interference - unknown people standing in front of houses, calls from Iranian Government officials, social media posts being removed. Constant surveillance in Australia & of families in Iran. Australia needs to take this

I marched for humanity as well. Violence and war creates more violence and war. I'm not on any side except that of peace and humanity.

This month marks 4 years since the Taliban took over Afghanistan. To highlight the brutality of the Taliban in Afghanistan, esp against women & girls, & the need to safely settle many Afghans, various friends are running campaigns - please join & support - I'll be reposting

Great discussions @macquarieuni on how Australians unlawfully detained overseas are supported or not by the Australian Government. Excellent insights as always by Dr Kylie Moore-Gilbert Daniela Gavshon and sean turnell Keenly waiting the Government's response to the Senate's "Inquiry into

Pure pure joy - the love and care this family inspire and share. There are many more people like Priya and Nades and their children who need certainty in Australia. The fight isn't over #permanentvisa #backtobilo #hometobilo

Last week my uber driver was a judge from afghanistan. His three children are a doctor, a dentist and an engineer. Australia has engineers driving Uber – migrants’ skills and qualifications need to be recognised now | Violet Roumeliotis theguardian.com/commentisfree/…