Reasons for Hope, Reasons to Doubt

This final chapter assesses the future of nonreligious claims, highlighting the role of NGOs in raising awareness and supporting nonreligious claimants. It discusses recent policy developments and questions the precedent set by apparent successes. The chapter aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the challenges and opportunities faced by nonreligious claimants, while also acknowledging the significant human toll experienced by asylum case officers. It calls for continued advocacy, research, and policy reform to better address the needs of nonreligious asylum seekers, ensuring that their rights and identities are adequately recognised and protected within the asylum framework.