The painting portrays a scene from 2001 when crew from the Australian naval vessel HMAS Adelaide boarded the Olong

Seeking Refuge Virtual

What
Online
When
Terms 1 to 4, Monday to Wednesday
9:30am, 11am and 1pm
Duration
45 minutes
Year level
Years 9 to 12
Maximum student numbers
Maximum 60 students
Cost
Full virtual learning pricing information
Booking information
Bookings 13 11 02

People have been seeking refuge in Australia for over 100 years. Since 1945, Australia has accepted many refugees and displaced persons for resettlement.

In this virtual program, students will learn from the personal stories of asylum seekers and the reasons why someone may choose to leave their home country.

With a focus on Australia’s resettlement policies and the role of UNHCR, students will uncover the human rights of asylum seekers and refugees.

This program is offered as an interactive virtual session.

Any questions? See our Frequently Asked Questions


 

Header Image Painting: Watercolour, 'SIEV IV: Children Overboard', Saif Shamkhi, 2014 Photographer: Jon Augier. Museums Victoria Collection. Donated by Saif Shamkhi

 


 

Victorian Curriculum links

  • Humanities – History: Level 10
  • Intercultural Capability: Level 9 and 10
  • Ethical Capability: Level 9 and 10
  • Civics and Citizenship: Level 9 and 10

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