Eleven Australian universities have joined the Welcoming Universities network, demonstrating their commitment to advancing equity, inclusion and belonging. As the Welcoming Universities network reaches 11 members across four states, we are also…
Submission to the Review of Regional Migration Settings ‘Supporting Strong and Sustainable Regions’ Discussion Paper.
Welcoming Australia provided the below submission to the Review of Regional Migration Settings ‘Supporting Strong and Sustainable Regions’ Discussion Paper in July 2024. We welcome the opportunity to provide a submission to…
Community Hubs and Welcoming Week
Community Hubs: Building Social Cohesion in Australia Community hubs are welcoming places where families from diverse backgrounds, particularly mothers with pre-school children, come to connect, share, and learn. They play a vital…
2023 – A Welcoming Week to remember!
Thank you for making Welcoming Week 2023 a bright, warm and engaging week of celebrating the #PowerOfPlace in advancing a future where everyone can belong, contribute and thrive. From Ararat, to Campsie, to…
International Education is not a tap
Australia’s international education sector stands at a critical crossroads, facing challenges that threaten its viability and integrity. Long celebrated as a cornerstone of economic growth and cultural diversity for the sector, international…
Con Pagonis awarded for advancing a welcoming Australia
At the Opening Reception for the 2024 Welcoming Australia Symposium on Tuesday 30 April, Con Pagonis was awarded the Welcoming Australia Medal for his exceptional contribution to building a welcoming Australia where…
Migration Amendment (Removal and Other Measures) Bill 2024 – Welcoming Australia submission
In late March 2024, the Migration Amendment (Removal and Other Measures) Bill was rushed through the House of Representatives with false urgency. The Bill significantly expands the powers of the Minister with…
Migration Amendment (Removal and Other Measures) Bill 2024
In late March 2024, the Migration Amendment (Removal and Other Measures) Bill was rushed through the House of Representatives with false urgency. This Bill gives the Minister for Immigration an unprecedented new…
Not an idyllic tale: A love story about university
I grew up thinking universities were magical places. My mum was an academic and a hugely passionate one. Consequently, I spent most of my holidays, many evenings, and countless weekends perched beside…
Welcoming Universities response to Australian Universities Accord
Having read the Australian Universities Accord from cover to cover and after reviewing some of the extensive commentary and analysis, our conclusion at Welcoming Universities is that there is much to…