# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Why we must say no to Islamophobia and welcome all refugees
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am (+10:00)
- **Event Description**: SPEAKERS

* Councillor Rayane Hawli, migration lawyer
* Angelica Panopoulos, Asylum Seeker Resource Centre
others tbc

Labor made a big show in March of accepting Iranian footballers as refugees but passed a new law that allows the government to ban people with valid visas arriving from war zones. 

Meanwhile, refugees who have been waiting for years for permanent visas are still rotting in limbo. Thousands more are marooned by Australian policy in Indonesia. 

This forum will discuss why Labor says it supports multiculturalism but makes life hell for refugees from Muslim-majority countries and discuss how the refugee movement should respond.

For details, call David on 0438 547 723.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/melbourne/why-we-must-say-no-to-islamophobia-and-welcome-all-refugees/200029910881739
- **Event Categories**: business
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 108

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Melbourne
- **state**: VI
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre
- **lat**: -37.79866
- **long**: 144.9652199
- **full address**: Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre, 249-263 Faraday St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia, Melbourne

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Why we must say no to Islamophobia and welcome all refugees being held?
  - **A:** Why we must say no to Islamophobia and welcome all refugees takes place on Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am to Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am at Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre, 249-263 Faraday St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia, Melbourne.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Why we must say no to Islamophobia and welcome all refugees?
  - **A:** Why we must say no to Islamophobia and welcome all refugees is organized by Refugee Action Collective (Victoria).
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Refugee Action Collective (Victoria)'s events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Refugee Action Collective (Victoria) a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Refugee Action Collective (Victoria) has 130+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Refugee Action Collective (Victoria) has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Why we must say no to Islamophobia and welcome all refugees is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Melbourne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 100+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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