The Centre for Migrant and Refugee Health is a community health research hub driven by impact. We believe research excellent and practical outcomes are paramount important and parts of our central research mission. Our research has real impact upon the physical, social, and mental wellbeing of the migrants, refugees and people seeking asylum in Australia and around the World. The CMRH brings together outstanding institutional and community researchers dedicated to advancing knowledge and best practice to support physical, mental health and social wellbeing of migrant and refugee communities living in Australia and around the World.
In Australia, social determinants of health, including social injustices, housing, racism, discrimination, employment, inequity, and inequalities to mentioned a few are at the core interest of CMRH and that we seek collaboration, partnership, and engagement with the academics, governments, non-government institutions, migrant, and refugee communities.
The collaboration, partnership, and engagement help to understand the meaning of our research programs, co-design, and implement sustainable actions and approaches responsive to Australian and global challenges related to the migrant and refugee health needs.
We envision improving the knowledge and best practice to enhance mental health, and social wellbeing outcomes for the migrant and refugee health backgrounds communities.
For more information, please access the academic profiles below:
(03) 9008 4599
Encouraging health professionals, academics, researchers, and parties involved in research to create work that exceeds expectations and meets high standards of excellence.
Acknowledging that partners and our staff should be treated with diligence, respect, justice, and likeness, regardless of their differences, preferences, or affiliations.
Demonstrating authenticity and competency in all our research works and their translation into knowledge.
These Research ethics and principles are not only a moral imperative but also a legal and professional obligation. Researchers or academics are advice to adhere to the principles to ensure the credibility and integrity of research and maintain the trust of both participants and the broader public in the research enterprise. See research statement below:
The National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research 2007 (updated 2018)
National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research (2007) – Updated 2018 | NHMRC
Codes and Guidelines
Codes and Guidelines | Australian Research Council
Revised National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research
Some of our staff have affiliations with the universities and other learning institutions working on the following research domains:
Our services domain encompasses research, analysis, evaluation, and translation of information into evidence to support policy and advocacy. CMRH will seek researchers interested in undertaking research projects for refugee, migrant and asylum seekers, CALD Community, new and emerging communities. We provide submissions, reviews, gap analysis, grey literature, surveys, and formative research.
The research outcomes will link the CMRH strategic vision and mission. The support across research ranges from strategic advice to co-design, evaluation program, managing of the research projects and programs.
Our data collection establishes a systematic gathering of specific information and analysing it to provide solutions to relevant research questions or evaluations.
We inclined to provide advice regarding health, mental health, and social wellbeing of migrants and refugees living in Australia and advocate for their health and wellbeing outcomes.
We hold frequent gathering seminars, workshops, and conferences for all partners, including community organisation and their membership.
The Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) has inflicted negative thoughts, myths, and concerns that affect individual and community perceptions and attitudes with…
To address these SDGs and targets in the context of migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in Australia, it is important to implement policies and programs that focus on cultural competence, trauma-informed care, and mental health support specific to the needs of these populations. Additionally, promoting social inclusion, access to education, and community integration can contribute to the mental well-being of migrants and refugees. Collaboration between government agencies, NGOs, and the community is crucial in achieving these goals.
Target 3.4: reduce by one-third premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment and promote mental health and well-being.
Relevance to Migrants, Refugees, and Asylum Seekers:
Target 4.7: ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including, among others, through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship, and appreciation of cultural diversity and of culture’s contribution to sustainable development.
Relevance to Migrants, Refugees, and Asylum Seekers:
Target 10.7: Facilitate orderly, safe, regular, and responsible migration and mobility of people, including through the implementation of planned and well-managed migration policies.
Relevance to Migrants, Refugees, and Asylum Seekers:
Target 16.1: Significantly reduce all forms of violence and related death rates everywhere.
Relevance to Migrants, Refugees, and Asylum Seekers:
Research shows that stigma and discrimination are part of stumbling blocks to accessing mental health and wellbeing in our communities today. In Australia, many communities from multicultural backgrounds fear expressing their attitudes or are unaware of mental illness. It is considered taboo or unspoke due to being labelled, stigmatised, and discriminated. The StigmaRecovery program promotes mental health and raises awareness about mental illness to reduce or eliminate stigma and discrimination from the complexity of mental illness.
Project: StigmaRecovery: Mental Health Awareness
Theme: #BreakTheStigma
The StigmaRecovery is the project that takes a significant step to raise awareness about the implication of stigma and recovery from mental illness. Studies show that stigma and recovery “from” and “in” mental illness have an association or are intertwined in many ways (Avdibegović E & Hasanović M 2017).
In a way, stigma reduces opportunities, self-esteem, efficacy, the belief in own abilities and contributes to social exclusion or isolation through discrimination. In contrast, recovery paves opportunities, makes people or people stronger, gives purpose and meaning to their lives and leads to social inclusion.
This project aims to seek opportunities to create a path to recovery from mental illness by first addressing stigma and discrimination that reduce the prospects of mental illness recovery. Therefore, the project is recovery oriented. It provides help and support to people with mental disorders in their recovery process, contributes to self-stigma reduction, eliminates stigmatising, discriminates attitudes and beliefs in mental healthcare services, and consequently, positive reflection in reducing the stigma of mental illness in the community.
For more information, please contact us through:
(03) 8382 2125 or info@cmrh.org.au | Thecentremrh@gmail.com
To continue offering our communities top-notch education and campaign awareness about mental health and related issues, we would like you to support our work in this area of community health.
Your contribution not only supports our cause but can also provide you with valuable tax benefits. Of course, none of these mental health areas of research, policy support and advocacy would be possible without the generous support from you and our communities.
Because of members and donors like you, we continue to provide critical mental health-building initiatives and new opportunities to network and make new connections through events, seminars, workshops, conferences, educational programs, and an extraordinary health leadership award celebration.
These FAQs provide an overview of key considerations in mental health and well-being research, policy, and advocacy for migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. They serve as a starting point for individuals and organizations interested in promoting the mental health of these vulnerable populations. Further exploration and collaboration with experts and relevant advocacy groups are often necessary for a deeper understanding and more effective action.
1. Why is mental health research important for migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers?
Mental health research is crucial to understand the unique challenges and needs of these populations, to develop effective interventions, and to promote their well-being and integration.
2. What are some common mental health challenges faced by migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers?
Common challenges may include trauma-related disorders, acculturation stress, depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
3. How can I contribute to mental health research for these populations?
You can contribute by conducting research, collaborating with mental health experts, and supporting organizations involved in research projects.
4. What ethical considerations should researchers keep in mind when working with migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers?
Researchers must prioritize informed consent, confidentiality, cultural sensitivity, and trauma-informed approaches to protect the well-being and rights of participants.
1. How can policy support the mental health of migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers?
Policies can promote culturally competent mental health services, address social determinants of mental health, and ensure access to care for these populations.
2. What is trauma-informed policy, and why is it important for this group?
Trauma-informed policies recognize the impact of trauma and ensure that mental health services and support are sensitive to the needs of those who have experienced trauma.
3. How can I advocate for mental health policy changes for migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers?
You can advocate by raising awareness, collaborating with mental health organizations, engaging with policymakers, and participating in advocacy campaigns.
4. What role can international organizations play in shaping mental health policies for displaced populations?
International organizations can provide guidance, resources, and advocacy for policies that address the mental health needs of displaced populations on a global scale.
1. What is advocacy’s role in improving mental health outcomes for migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers?
Advocacy is essential for raising awareness, promoting mental health equity, and influencing policies and services to better serve these populations.
2. How can I support individuals within these populations as an advocate for their mental health and well-being?
Support can involve providing information on available services, offering a listening ear, and connecting individuals to mental health resources.
3. What are some key challenges in mental health advocacy for migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers, and how can they be addressed?
Challenges may include stigma, language barriers, and limited access to mental health services. Address them through cultural competence, awareness campaigns, and service expansion.
4. Are there international frameworks or guidelines for mental health advocacy for displaced populations?
Yes, international organizations like the United Nations and the World Health Organization provide guidelines and resources for advocacy related to mental health and well-being for displaced populations.
The Centre for Migrant and Refugee Health is a community health research hub driven by impact. We believe research excellent and practical outcomes are paramount important and parts of our central research mission. Our research has real impact upon the physical, social, and mental wellbeing of the migrants, refugees and people seeking asylum in Australia and around the World. The CMRH brings together outstanding institutional and community researchers dedicated to advancing knowledge and best practice to support physical, mental health and social wellbeing of migrant and refugee communities living in Australia and around the World.
In Australia, social determinants of health, including social injustices, housing, racism, discrimination, employment, inequity, and inequalities to mentioned a few are at the core interest of CMRH and that we seek collaboration, partnership, and engagement with the academics, governments, non-government institutions, migrant, and refugee communities.
The collaboration, partnership, and engagement help to understand the meaning of our research programs, co-design, and implement sustainable actions and approaches responsive to Australian and global challenges related to the migrant and refugee health needs.
We envision improving the knowledge and best practice to enhance mental health, and social wellbeing outcomes for the migrant and refugee health backgrounds communities.
For more information, please access the academic profiles below:
(03) 9008 4599
Encouraging health professionals, academics, researchers, and parties involved in research to create work that exceeds expectations and meets high standards of excellence.
Acknowledging that partners and our staff should be treated with diligence, respect, justice, and likeness, regardless of their differences, preferences, or affiliations.
Demonstrating authenticity and competency in all our research works and their translation into knowledge.
These Research ethics and principles are not only a moral imperative but also a legal and professional obligation. Researchers or academics are advice to adhere to the principles to ensure the credibility and integrity of research and maintain the trust of both participants and the broader public in the research enterprise. See research statement below:
The National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research 2007 (updated 2018)
National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research (2007) – Updated 2018 | NHMRC
Codes and Guidelines
Codes and Guidelines | Australian Research Council
Revised National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research
Some of our staff have affiliations with the universities and other learning institutions working on the following research domains:
Our services domain encompasses research, analysis, evaluation, and translation of information into evidence to support policy and advocacy. CMRH will seek researchers interested in undertaking research projects for refugee, migrant and asylum seekers, CALD Community, new and emerging communities. We provide submissions, reviews, gap analysis, grey literature, surveys, and formative research.
The research outcomes will link the CMRH strategic vision and mission. The support across research ranges from strategic advice to co-design, evaluation program, managing of the research projects and programs.
Our data collection establishes a systematic gathering of specific information and analysing it to provide solutions to relevant research questions or evaluations.
We inclined to provide advice regarding health, mental health, and social wellbeing of migrants and refugees living in Australia and advocate for their health and wellbeing outcomes.
We hold frequent gathering seminars, workshops, and conferences for all partners, including community organisation and their membership.
The Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) has inflicted negative thoughts, myths, and concerns that affect individual and community perceptions and attitudes with…
To address these SDGs and targets in the context of migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in Australia, it is important to implement policies and programs that focus on cultural competence, trauma-informed care, and mental health support specific to the needs of these populations. Additionally, promoting social inclusion, access to education, and community integration can contribute to the mental well-being of migrants and refugees. Collaboration between government agencies, NGOs, and the community is crucial in achieving these goals.
Target 3.4: reduce by one-third premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment and promote mental health and well-being.
Relevance to Migrants, Refugees, and Asylum Seekers:
Target 4.7: ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including, among others, through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship, and appreciation of cultural diversity and of culture’s contribution to sustainable development.
Relevance to Migrants, Refugees, and Asylum Seekers:
Target 10.7: Facilitate orderly, safe, regular, and responsible migration and mobility of people, including through the implementation of planned and well-managed migration policies.
Relevance to Migrants, Refugees, and Asylum Seekers:
Target 16.1: Significantly reduce all forms of violence and related death rates everywhere.
Relevance to Migrants, Refugees, and Asylum Seekers:
Research shows that stigma and discrimination are part of stumbling blocks to accessing mental health and wellbeing in our communities today. In Australia, many communities from multicultural backgrounds fear expressing their attitudes or are unaware of mental illness. It is considered taboo or unspoke due to being labelled, stigmatised, and discriminated. The StigmaRecovery program promotes mental health and raises awareness about mental illness to reduce or eliminate stigma and discrimination from the complexity of mental illness.
Project: StigmaRecovery: Mental Health Awareness
Theme: #BreakTheStigma
The StigmaRecovery is the project that takes a significant step to raise awareness about the implication of stigma and recovery from mental illness. Studies show that stigma and recovery “from” and “in” mental illness have an association or are intertwined in many ways (Avdibegović E & Hasanović M 2017).
In a way, stigma reduces opportunities, self-esteem, efficacy, the belief in own abilities and contributes to social exclusion or isolation through discrimination. In contrast, recovery paves opportunities, makes people or people stronger, gives purpose and meaning to their lives and leads to social inclusion.
This project aims to seek opportunities to create a path to recovery from mental illness by first addressing stigma and discrimination that reduce the prospects of mental illness recovery. Therefore, the project is recovery oriented. It provides help and support to people with mental disorders in their recovery process, contributes to self-stigma reduction, eliminates stigmatising, discriminates attitudes and beliefs in mental healthcare services, and consequently, positive reflection in reducing the stigma of mental illness in the community.
For more information, please contact us through:
(03) 8382 2125 or info@cmrh.org.au | Thecentremrh@gmail.com
To continue offering our communities top-notch education and campaign awareness about mental health and related issues, we would like you to support our work in this area of community health.
Your contribution not only supports our cause but can also provide you with valuable tax benefits. Of course, none of these mental health areas of research, policy support and advocacy would be possible without the generous support from you and our communities.
Because of members and donors like you, we continue to provide critical mental health-building initiatives and new opportunities to network and make new connections through events, seminars, workshops, conferences, educational programs, and an extraordinary health leadership award celebration.
These FAQs provide an overview of key considerations in mental health and well-being research, policy, and advocacy for migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. They serve as a starting point for individuals and organizations interested in promoting the mental health of these vulnerable populations. Further exploration and collaboration with experts and relevant advocacy groups are often necessary for a deeper understanding and more effective action.
1. Why is mental health research important for migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers?
Mental health research is crucial to understand the unique challenges and needs of these populations, to develop effective interventions, and to promote their well-being and integration.
2. What are some common mental health challenges faced by migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers?
Common challenges may include trauma-related disorders, acculturation stress, depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
3. How can I contribute to mental health research for these populations?
You can contribute by conducting research, collaborating with mental health experts, and supporting organizations involved in research projects.
4. What ethical considerations should researchers keep in mind when working with migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers?
Researchers must prioritize informed consent, confidentiality, cultural sensitivity, and trauma-informed approaches to protect the well-being and rights of participants.
1. How can policy support the mental health of migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers?
Policies can promote culturally competent mental health services, address social determinants of mental health, and ensure access to care for these populations.
2. What is trauma-informed policy, and why is it important for this group?
Trauma-informed policies recognize the impact of trauma and ensure that mental health services and support are sensitive to the needs of those who have experienced trauma.
3. How can I advocate for mental health policy changes for migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers?
You can advocate by raising awareness, collaborating with mental health organizations, engaging with policymakers, and participating in advocacy campaigns.
4. What role can international organizations play in shaping mental health policies for displaced populations?
International organizations can provide guidance, resources, and advocacy for policies that address the mental health needs of displaced populations on a global scale.
1. What is advocacy’s role in improving mental health outcomes for migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers?
Advocacy is essential for raising awareness, promoting mental health equity, and influencing policies and services to better serve these populations.
2. How can I support individuals within these populations as an advocate for their mental health and well-being?
Support can involve providing information on available services, offering a listening ear, and connecting individuals to mental health resources.
3. What are some key challenges in mental health advocacy for migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers, and how can they be addressed?
Challenges may include stigma, language barriers, and limited access to mental health services. Address them through cultural competence, awareness campaigns, and service expansion.
4. Are there international frameworks or guidelines for mental health advocacy for displaced populations?
Yes, international organizations like the United Nations and the World Health Organization provide guidelines and resources for advocacy related to mental health and well-being for displaced populations.
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