Cisarua (pronounced chi-sa-roo-ah) is a village about two hours outside of Jakarta and where we had the idea that refugees can be part of the solution.JPG
 

“A truly moving piece of cinema.” – Nick Valentine

“Uplifting and unforgettable.” – Philippa Byers

“Full of wisdom and humour.” – Eileen O'Brien

“A must see for every Australian.” – Kathy King

“Touching the nerve of human experience.” – Marion Rose Le


THE JOURNEY CONTINUES

We have never stopped filming the community in Cisarua and we will release another film in late 2025. Check out our concept trailer below. If you would like to support us with a tax-deductible donation, you can do that via the Documentary Australian Foundation.

Most of all please keep sharing, screening, following and accompanying us. This story has a long way to go yet!

SUPPORT REFUGEE-LED EDUCATION

The refugee schools in Indonesia continue to grow. You can find out more and support via our charity, Cisarua Learning.

EDUCATOR RESOURCES

Stream the film on ClickView here and download the study guide here

 

The staging post

Running time: 62min

 

The Staging Post follows two Afghan Hazara refugees, Muzafar and Khadim. Stuck in Indonesia after Australia 'stopped the boats' and facing many years in limbo, they built a community and started the school which inspired a refugee education revolution. 

A real-life, real-time, multi-platform documentary. The Staging Post is about friendship, connection and the power of community.