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Education: Reflections on International Frameworks and the Australian Context  \nTebeje Molla  \nDeakin University, Australia  \nSally Baker  \nAustralian National University, Australia  \nThe right to education is universally recognized as a fundamental human right, safeguarded by numerous international declarations and conventions, includingthe Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). Viewing refugee education through the lens of human rights is rooted in the principle that everyone, regardless of citizenship status, should have equal educational opportunities as an integral aspect of their broader human rights. However, such opportunities are variable. Using an interpretive approach to policy analysis, this paper reviews the Australian education policy space in the context of international initiatives, exploring national responses juxtaposed with key global arrangements. In shedding light on the alignment—or lack thereof—between national policies and international obligations, this paper contributes valuable insights to the broader debate on the importance of rights-based refugee education.  \nKeywords: human rights, refugee education, Refugee Convention, United  \nNations, Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Australia.  \nIntroduction  \nRefugee education, viewed through the lens of human rights, underscores the imperative to ensure that individuals forced to flee due to conflict or persecution have equal access to education and training. The right to education extends beyond mere access; it includes attentiveness to the diverse needs of refugee students (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees [UNHCR], 2019) . A human rights perspective demands cultural sensitivity, dignity, and respect for linguistic and cultural backgrounds in educational settings (Human Rights Watch, 2018) . Protection from discrimination and exploitation, coupled with an emphasis on participation, empowerment, and the continuity of education despite displacement, are crucial to upholding human rights in refugee education.  \nOver 110 million individuals were forcibly displaced globally in 2023, with an estimated 40 percent being youth (Calaycay et al., 2023) . While forcibly displaced people in general can face substantial obstacles in their educational journeys (Abu-Ghaida & Silva, 2020; Dryden-Peterson, 2018; Popescu et al., 2022; UNHCR, 2023), this paper examines the educational opportunities of refugees (forcibly displaced individuals resettled in third countries on humanitarian visas) in Australia. This narrowed approach will enable us to provide a nuanced exploration of their  \n© 2024, Molla & Baker. CC BY 4.0  . Current Issues in Comparative Education 26(2), 7-30.  \nRefugees and the Right to Education: Reflections on International Frameworksand the Australian Context  \ndistinct challenges and facilitate our context-specific assessment of Australia’s adherence to international agreements on refugees and their access to education.  \nCountries of resettlement are expected to provide educational opportunities to support refugee integration (United Nations, 2016) . Education can empower refugees to envision futures that transcend present-day challenges, leveraging valuable skills and knowledge. It can serve as a guiding light amidst uncertainty and precarity, representing a crucial pathway toward rebuilding lives (Cha, 2020; Dryden-Peterson & Reddick, 2017; Dryden-Peterson et al., 2017). In other words,“for people who have lost all their other assets, education represents a primary survival strategy”(FlukigerStockton, 1996, p. 3). For those who are displaced, education is more than just a fundamental entitlement—it serves as a lifeline, offering stability, hope, and a pathway to rebuilding their futures. However, around 48 percent of refugee children have no access to education (UNHCR, 2023a) . Refugee learners are often overlooked in nat","cbCaiudP8R3S1NeU","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiudP8R3S1NeU","pdf",365403,24,"English","# Introduction\n# Human-rights framing of refugee education\n## International frameworks and legal commitments\n# Australia’s policy context and responsibilities\n## Data gaps and unequal access","[{\"question\":\"What is the paper’s core perspective on refugee education?\",\"answer\":\"It frames refugee education as a human right and evaluates it through rights-based principles and international obligations.\"},{\"question\":\"Which international instruments are used to ground the discussion?\",\"answer\":\"The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), the 1951 Refugee Convention with its 1967 Protocol, and the 2018 Global Compact on Refugees are central references.\"},{\"question\":\"What concerns does the paper raise about access to education for refugees in Australia?\",\"answer\":\"It points to obstacles in education journeys, limited access for refugee children, and underrepresentation of refugee learners in national data that affects planning and delivery.\"}]","Current Issues in Comparative Education (CICE) - Volume 26 - Issue 2 - Refugees and the Right to Education: Reflections on International Frameworks and the Australian Context | PDF",1792090706]