Go Back to Where You Came From Reflection

What is your initial reaction to the show?


My initial reaction to the show is that the things that the participants had to go through definitely were very confronting to the whole refugee situation. It really expressed the harshness of the conditions that they were running from and what their reasons were for trying to escape. To watch all these people try and find refuge anywhere else in the world shows how scared they are of staying in their home country. Even the conditions that they have to live in while being processed are harsh. I think that the show was very successful as it really expressed the conditions that they went through and informed the country of the refugee situation.


What percentage of immigrants are refugees?


1.5% are refugees.


Why does such a small number of people make for such a big deal both politically and in the media?


It makes for such a small number of people because of the fact that these people plan to come into the country and change it for themselves. This is an issue because they will not plan to integrate into our society rather have their own little compounds around Australia. I think that the refugee situation should be controlled and it be stressed that they have to embrace Australian culture.


Where does Australia rank among countries accepting refugee's?


Australia is currently in 18th position among the other countries in accepting the refugee's.


To what extent do we have an obligation to help other people suffering in the world?


I think that we as a country have an obligation to help anyone in the world as everyone needs help at one stage. If we help others then when the time comes people will help us.


How much extra support do refugees receive in comparison to other Australian citizens?


They receive the same amount of support as all Australian citizens.


How many Asian nations have signed the UN Refugee Convention?


11 countries have signed the UN Refugee Convention.


Why is it important to note that that Malaysia has not signed the UN Refugee Convention? What does this mean for refugee's in Malaysia.


This means that they don't have the same rights and therefore will have a harder time as a refugee in Malaysia.