Refugee and Immigrant Legal Service Inc (RAILS)
Field of Interest
- Individual/family services and support
- Social inclusion and justice
Target Population
- Asylum seekers, refugees, migrants and people from CALD backgrounds
- People impacted by the legal system
RAILS is Queensland’s leading, specialist, not for profit legal service supporting refugees, people seeking asylum, and vulnerable migrants to build safe, stable, and dignified lives. For more than 40 years, RAILS has delivered free, expert legal assistance across asylum, domestic and family violence, human trafficking, temporary visas, family reunification, and citizenship pathways, ensuring those with the least power have access to justice.
Beyond legal advice, RAILS empowers clients through community education, outreach, and partnerships that strengthen social cohesion and reduce vulnerability. Our multidisciplinary model prioritises trauma-informed practice, cultural safety, and advocacy for systemic reform. Every year, thousands of individuals and families rely on RAILS to navigate complex immigration systems, escape violence, and rebuild their lives in Queensland. With philanthropic support, RAILS can expand critical services, reduce waitlists, and deliver life-changing outcomes for people who simply need a fair chance at safety, stability, and belonging.
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