Go Back to Where You Came From Reflection

• What is your initial reaction to the show?

The program depicts the journey of 6 people as they travel through different countries and experiences the same things that refugees experience. My first reactions are that the show is very first hand and shows how the characters develop their views.

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• What percentage of immigrants are refugees?

1.5%

• Why does such a small number of people make for such a big deal both politically and in the media? (Give your opinion)

Because most of them are illegal.

• Where does Australia rank among countries accepting refugees?

Australia is the 18th highest country in accepting refugees.

• To what extent do we have an obligation to help other people suffering in the world? (your opinion)

I think we do because we are in a very developing region which has many refugees seeking asylum.

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

Refugees are supplied with conditions to live in whether they be comfortable or not which many homeless Australian's do not receive as well as meals and clothing.

• How many Asian nations have signed the UN Refugee Convention?

11

• Why is it important to note that Malaysia has not signed the UN Refugee Convention? What does this mean for refugees in Malaysia?

This means that countries to not feel obliged to take refugees from Malaysia and therefore refugees from Malaysia are least likely to be accepted.