We are looking forward to seeing you at the next meeting in September Partners have been preparing new priorities and actions which will be finalised at the meeting. We will also have a discussion about migrant health in Leeds Date: Wednesday 11th September Time: 10am – 12 noon Venue: The Conservatory Room, St Georges Conference […]
JOBS: OISC Caseworkers at Manuel Bravo
Manuel Bravo Project provides free legal advice for people seeking asylum in Leeds. The Project employs OISC level 3 Case Workers and benefits from a large team of volunteers including barristers, solicitors, law students and other individuals giving their time to assist people who are unable to find adequate legal support. The Project is regulated […]
Home Office Welcome Guide for new refugees – but not quite the final versions…
The Home Office has published a welcome guide for new refugees. The guide has been adapted from the one that is provided to refugees arriving through the Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Scheme. It contains useful information about how to make contact with the services that can help refugees once they have been granted refugee or Humanitarian […]
The Strategic Approach to Migration in Leeds – LCC’s report
Eagle-eyed fans of local democracy will have noticed the report delivered to Leeds City Council’s Exec Board on the Strategic Approach to Migration in Leeds on 24th July 2019. LMP Members who want to understand LCC’s approach to migration, and understand its current priorities should read this document carefully – it’s a good indicator of […]
Refugee And Asylum Seeker Mental Health Network – Notes from the July 19 Meeting
These are bit late getting posted up here – apologies to Kathryn from Solace who asked for them to be posted 2 weeks ago. Please note that the next meeting is going to be held on the 28th of November between 2pm and 4pm. Richard Garland will be attending to talk about the IAPT Stabilisation […]
Guides to living in Asylum Accommodation from Home Office
The Home Office have written guides for asylum seekers staying in temporary accommodation while their claim for asylum is assessed. These are particularly useful in helping people to understand the conditions people must keep to aka what is expected of them as licensees p8 what people can expect from their landlord p13 how to make […]
Job: Asylum Services Manager, 28 hrs/wk £35-£39k pro rata West Yorkshire, Refugee Action – (fixed term until Sept 2020)
A great opportunity to apply for a really interesting job with a brilliant team. Please click here to access the application pack. Feel free to get in touch with any questions – you can contact Pascale on 07702907362 or at [email protected] Deadline for applications is 6th September at 9:00am.
Resource of the week #87: Home Office Indicators of Integration Framework 2nd version 2019
The Home Office has recently released (June 2019) the second version of the Indicators of Integration, first released in 2004. The framework is intended to provide ‘practical ways to design more effective strategies, monitor services and evaluate integration interventions’. It is encouraging that integration is recognised as a shared responsibility and works on the assumption […]
MH Strategy Counsultation Event: Improving support to people from BAME groups – 17th September
Consultation Workshop – Mental Health Strategy consultation 2020-2025. This is an opportunity to share your views to ensure the mental health strategy is meeting the needs of the local population and to share your experiences and knowledge in shaping this key strategy, and to be a part of the conversation to make services better for […]
Help Leeds CCG understand more about the MH needs of BAME Children & Young People
Leeds CCG are carrying out research to learn more about the mental health issues experienced by Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) children and young people in Leeds, and how to improve the support available. As part of this we are asking for the views and experiences of parents/carers and stakeholders via the following surveys: […]
Changes to the Asylum Help Telephone line
As you will know from previous posts, the telephone and web support for Asylum Seekers is changing. The old Asylum Help telephone number is now obsolete It has been replaced by the Migrant Help First Response Centre (FRC) – 0808 8010 503 which is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year The service offered […]
Job: Mental health Support Worker @PAFRAS £18,063 pa actual salary
We are currently looking to recruit a Mental Health Support Worker who will work alongside the Mental Health Assessment Worker. The post will focus on mental health assessments and group work, providing first contact support and referral-on case work to refugees and asylum seekers in Leeds; working from the weekly drop-in, PAFRAS offices and partner organisations. Download the […]