FECCA Raises Concerns Over Rushed Migration Amendment Bills
The proposed Migration Amendment (Removal and Other Measures) Bill 2024 challenges Australia’s long-standing values of fairness, respect, and compassion. FECCA emphasises that the Bill could lead to severe consequences for refugees and asylum seekers, including family separations and deportations to harmful environments. The introduction of punitive measures, such as mandatory imprisonment for non-compliance with deportation procedures, further exacerbates the risk of human rights violations. These actions threaten Australia’s commitment to its international obligations and tarnish its global reputation as a just and inclusive society.
The Bill’s discriminatory provisions, which target individuals from specific countries, risk marginalising migrant communities and undermining Australia’s efforts to promote social cohesion. By restricting access to visas and asylum applications based on nationality, the legislation contradicts Australia’s proud history of supporting vulnerable populations. FECCA advocates for policies that prioritise compassion, inclusion, and human rights, ensuring that migration laws enhance, rather than erode, the strength and diversity of Australia’s multicultural society.
You can read FECCA’s full submission here.
