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A new study of Australian employers found that half are keen to hire refugees and asylum seekers, but most do not act. Academics who are working to boost employment outcomes for refugees, say changing attitudes will be a slow process.

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A new study of Australian employers found that half are keen to hire refugees and asylum seekers, but most do not act. Academics who are working to boost employment outcomes for refugees, say changing attitudes will be a slow process.

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