Human rights
What organisation helps protect refugees and asylum seekers around the world ?
UNHCR ( United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees )
Which two countries were mainly focused on in this seminar?
over 120 million people
who were identified as the main losers in this issue?
asylum seekers in detention centres.
What is one human right that asylum seekers and refugees should receive?
safety, freedom, protection, shelter, education, healthcare, or fair treatment.
Why does Australia use offshore detention policies for asylum seekers ?
Name 1 or 2 countries that produce a large number of refugees according to UNHCR statistics?
Syria, Afghanistan, Sudan, Ukraine, or Venezuela
What is one negative effect experienced by asylum seekers in detention centres?
Loss of freedom, anxiety, depression, self-harm, or poor mental health.
What international agreement was created after World War II to protect refugees?
The 1951 Refugee Convention
What asylum system did Germany work with the European Union to develop?
The Common European Asylum System (CEAS)
Why has the number of refugees and asylum seekers increased globally in recent years?
Why are private detention companies considered winners in this issue?
because governments spend billions on detention systems, creating long-term business and funding opportunities for private companies.
Why do some people believe offshore detention policies violate human rights?
because they can limit freedom, harm mental health, and create harsh living conditions for asylum seekers.
Why do some people criticise Australia's offshore detention policies?
because they can violate human rights, create harsh living conditions, and negatively affect asylum seekers' mental health.
Why is the issue of asylum seekers and refugees considered a global issue rather than just a national issue?
Because it affects multiple countries through conflict, migration, human rights, border security, and international cooperation.
why do detention policies create both winners and losers in this issue?
Governments and private detention companies may benefit through border control and funding, while asylum seekers can experience loss of freedom and negative mental health impacts.