International Detention Coalition (IDC)

Since 2009, International Detention Coalition has been advocating to prevent immigration detention. IDC is solutions-focused, and we work directly with governments, decision-makers, civil society organisations, UN agencies and other actors to achieve this goal, delivering practical alternatives that benefit individuals, communities and society at large.

IDC works on multiple fronts to end immigration detention – we strengthen the global movement against immigration detention, advocate for changes to laws and policies, investigate and generate evidence, and promote practical alternatives to detention.

We believe people should be able to live freely while they await the outcome of their immigration case, and we advocate for the human rights and dignity of everyone impacted by immigration detention.

Ultimately, we want to get people out of immigration detention and into a life within the community, where they can be with loved ones, contribute to society and benefit from education, healthcare, employment and more.