The Weird Underworld of Anti-Refugee Propaganda

CW: This episode briefly discusses suicide.

This week we talk about one of our favourite topics – government propaganda. But not the type fed to civilians like us. This time, we’re talking about Australia’s various international anti-refugee ad campaigns, which are specifically aimed at people seeking asylum.

We discuss the human rights abuses asylum seekers face in Australia, the morally corrupt companies that partner with our government to create anti-refugee ads, the modern technology required to get these messages across, and what this means for us as allies to asylum seekers. 

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Sources:

The Park Street Refugees Don't Need Novak Djokovic's Help, They Need Yours 

The Aus Govt, Evil To Its Core, Had A Comp For Short Films To Show Refugees Aren't Welcome Here 

Zero Chance 

Zero Chance - YouTube Channel  

TBWA Worldwide - Wikipedia

Ad agency behind government’s film competition warning against 'illegal migration' has won ethical awards   

Australia's anti-immigration YouTube videos are attempting to scare off asylum seekers — Quartz 

Australian government targets asylum seekers with graphic campaign | Australia news | The Guardian

Angus Campbell warns asylum seekers not to travel to Australia by boat | Australia news | The Guardian

Australia: Deterrence propaganda? | Opinions | Al Jazeera