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From Volunteers to Paralegals: Claire and Cynthia’s Journey at RAILS
The Power of Partnership
Understanding the New ‘Arrival Determination’ Framework in Australian Migration Law
When the Phone Rings
A Different Language
From Volunteer to National Award-Winner: Emma Fell's Journey for Justice
A Call for Leadership: Partner with RAILS in 2026
Deva’s Long Road to PR
Kataryna's Journey- Home and Not Home!
Meet Our Principal Solicitor: Dr Ben Carrick
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From Volunteers to Paralegals: Claire and Cynthia’s Journey at RAILS
Claire joined RAILS in July 2025 as part of her university law clinic, working in the Refugee Family Reunification team and assisting with visa cancellation matters.
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From Volunteers to Paralegals: Claire and Cynthia’s Journey at RAILS
The Power of Partnership
Refugees do not choose to flee. They leave behind homes, careers, communities, and everything familiar because staying has become impossible.
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The Power of Partnership
Understanding the New ‘Arrival Determination’ Framework in Australian Migration Law
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Understanding the New ‘Arrival Determination’ Framework in Australian Migration Law
When the Phone Rings
The call comes in on an ordinary Tuesday. On the other end of the line is Soe Win*, originally from Myanmar.
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When the Phone Rings
A Different Language
Paulini has always lived in fear - "As a woman, a single mother, I always felt unsafe. I was always in fear. For myself and my children."
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A Different Language
From Volunteer to National Award-Winner: Emma Fell's Journey for Justice
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From Volunteer to National Award-Winner: Emma Fell's Journey for Justice
A Call for Leadership: Partner with RAILS in 2026
Demand for RAILS' legal expertise has reached a critical breaking point.
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A Call for Leadership: Partner with RAILS in 2026
Deva’s Long Road to Permanent Residency
After 13 years of uncertainty, Deva and his family are finally permanent residents of Australia.
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Deva’s Long Road to Permanent Residency
Kataryna's Journey- Home and Not Home!
Trapped by WarThe phone rang before dawn.“They’re bombing Kyiv,” a relative cried.
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Kataryna's Journey- Home and Not Home!
Meet Our Principal Solicitor: Dr. Ben Carrick
Ben joined RAILS in 2020 and was appointed Principal Solicitor in October 2025.
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Meet Our Principal Solicitor: Dr. Ben Carrick