A Just Australia is a national campaign organisation.  We aim to achieve just and compassionate treatment of asylum seekers and refugees, consistent with the human rights standards that Australia has developed and endorsed.

We believe that Australia's policies toward refugees and asylum seekers should at all times reflect respect, decency and traditional Australian generosity to those in need, while advancing Australia’s international standing and national interests. 

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Re-stating the myths and facts about asylum seekers

The arrival of two boatloads of asylum seekers on 28 September and 2 October have meant that asylum seekers have re-entered the media spotlight.  Here are some common myths and facts about asylum seekers.  If anyone says that asylum seekers are 'queue-jumpers', 'terrorists' or 'illegals', or that fair and humane asylum seeker policies will 'open the flood gates', you'll be able to tell them the real facts.