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Family reunification in danger: Kaö warns of catastrophic consequences!
Catholic action Austria criticizes the planned stop of family reunions and warns of the consequences for women and children.
Family reunification in danger: Kaö warns of catastrophic consequences!
The current debate about family reunification for asylum seekers in Austria has gained sharpness due to the federal government's plans. The Catholic Action Austria (KAÖ) expresses considerable concern that the family reunification should be completely stopped. Kaö President Ferdinand Kained emphasizes: "The right to family life is a human right and must not be undermined by national legislation," said in an official statement. The KAÖ calls on the government to allow family reunions and make this process more fairly in order to counteract the suffering of those affected. The number of family reunions has been declining for years and also the possibility of enabling a better distribution of these families via Austria, is seen as an approach to relieve Vienna and other burdened cities, as kathpress.at reported.
challenges and risks for women and children
Particular attention is paid to the effects of a possible stop of the family reunion. This would particularly affect women who have to endure in uncertain life situations and often in refugee camps. The KAÖ warned that if regular family reunions are no longer possible, many women with their children could be forced to go on the dangerous way to Europe alone in order to get to their partners. The Vice President of the Kaö, Katharina Renner, reports on dramatic experiences on the EU external border, where people are prevented from entering the EU. There, hope for a safe life is often associated with extreme risks.
In addition, the debate also refers to the Dublin III Ordinance, which regulates responsibility for asylum applications, but should also prioritize the protection of the family unit and the child's well-being. Under certain conditions, this regulation could contribute to the fact that asylum seekers are brought together with their family members. Information about the prerequisites for family reunification according to this regulation are listed in detail on Basyl.net . If family members have asked for asylum in various countries, this could open up opportunities that are important despite the existing challenges in current legislation.