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Labour and Industry
A journal of the social and economic relations of work
Volume 15, 2004 - Issue 1
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A Punitive Policy: Labour Force Participation of Refugees on Temporary Protection Visas (TPV)

Pages 65-79 | Published online: 10 Apr 2013
 

Abstract

Labour market participation is a key determinant of a successful refugee resettlement. However, the Australian Government's policy of issuing temporary protection visas (TPV) has a negative impact on labour force participation of refugees on TPVs. In exploring this issue, this article presents findings from a qualitative study into the experience of refugees on TPVs living in Victoria. The major barriers to accessing the labour market identified by the study are: the visa status; lack of proficiency in English; discrimination in relation to the TPV; lack of work experience; and skill recognition in Australia. These barriers need to be overcome through a number of means. The first and most important step in improving access to the labour market for refugees on TPVs is to abolish the policy of temporary protection and the associated restrictions on accessing support services.

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