As the Manus Island detention centre closes today and the situation escalates into a humanitarian emergency, Academics for Refugees and NTEU suggest that you urgently contact your representatives today and in the coming days to urge them to commit the Australian government to bring the people affected by the centre closure to safety in Australia. At present, there are approximately 800 men living in the Manus Island detention centre peacefully calling upon the Australian government to recognise Australia's responsibility toward them. More...