Leeds Refugee Forum are hosting a Bid Writing Workshop for small organisations on Wed 25th April 10am-12pm. The session will be held at the One Community Centre, Cromwell Street, Lincoln Green, Leeds, LS9 7SG
Resource of the week #20: http://appsforrefugees.com/
Apps for refugees (http://appsforrefugees.com/) is astonishing – a massive list of apps – which you can search by Android or Apple phone. There’s a definite German flavour to this site – reflecting the number of developers who’ve swung into action following the unprecedented numbers of Syrian people pitching up there – but there’s so much […]
Volunteering opportunities with refugees and asylum sekeers across Leeds – City of Sanctuary Briefings
Want to volunteer with refugees and asylum seekers but don’t know how? This informal volunteer information session is for you. Come and find out about the organisations that support refuge and asylum across Leeds and discover the huge variety of volunteering roles there are across the city; from teaching English, supporting homework clubs, showing someone […]
Home Office research on EU citizens – urgent responses needed
The Home Office are undertaking research to support the UK government to put in place a Settlement Scheme for EU citizens currently living in the UK. This reflects the agreement reached with the EU in December which will allow these citizens (and also UK nationals living in the EU) to continue to live and work […]
Ray of Hope – FREE Homework Club and Self Defence Classes
Ray of Hope are specifically wanting to reach out to and support refugee and asylum seeker communities. What? Homework club aims to help young people with their English and Maths. The weekly class is free and for young people aged 5-17 years. Where? Woodhouse Community Centre, 197 Woodhouse Street, Leeds LS6 2NY When? Fridays 5-6pm. What? […]
Invite: Bahar’s Women’s Association Open Day 14th May 2018
Bahar’s Women’s Association invites you their Open Day on Monday 14th May 2018 celebrating its 7th year! The event will celebrate the progress of our grassroots organisation in supporting communities, developing volunteers, building partnerships with organisations and contributions towards citywide ambitions. Key to our approach is partnership working, we hope you will attend to explore future opportunities […]
“The World on our Doorstep” Revisited
An evening exploring how we can get involved in creating a culture of welcome for Refugees & Asylum Seekers in Leeds and across the world For those of all ages, with a children’s track. Friday 27th April from 5pm-8pm St Margaret’s Church, Church Lane, Horsforth, LS18 5LA Including 5-5.45pm Interactive Fun activities for all the […]
Support for Survivors of Trafficking, West Yorkshire
Ashiana Support for Survivors of Trafficking STEP: For women not currently receiving support through the National Referral Mechanism In West Yorkshire Ashiana’s STEP Project supports women before and after they enter the NRM, as well as women who do not wish to enter the NRM. This compliments the Salvation Army contract provision and enables us […]
Asylum Matters: Local Elections, “Study Ban,” NHS data sharing with Home office Update
Some highlights from the recent Asylum Matters news;letter. If you’re not already subscribed to this, you really should be: contact Andrea Vukovic for details: [email protected] Local Elections: Talking to Candidates About Refugee & Asylum Issues Local elections in England are taking place on Thursday 3rdMay 2018. Local authorities are important advocacy targets as they deliver a range […]
Resource of the week#19: interactive timeline of immigration and asylum policy changes in the UK
via Asylum Matters An excellent timeline which makes the bewildering array of legislation on immigration and asylum accessible, whilst also putting it into historical context. Starts in 1999 so anyone looking for updates on the Aliens Act 1793 is going to be disappointed. Click on the timeline below to open it
#musicwithoutborders 11th May, 18:00-23:00
When: Friday 11th May 18:00 – 23:00 Where: Open Source Arts, Aire Place Mills, 143 Kirkstall Rd, Leeds LS3 1JL We think everyone has something to contribute to the evening which will make it even better, so If you want to bring your friends family and children – you can If you want to help us choose the […]
Leeds Refugee Forum: Timetable April-June 2018
Leeds Refugee Forum timetable April-June 2018. Please call 0113 244 9600 or email [email protected] for more information.