As usual, here is the most recent Asylum Matters newsletter, cut and pasted for those who don’t yet subscribe: Ongoing advocacy Nationality and Borders Bill The Nationality and Borders Bill entered the House of Lords for its second reading on 5 January for the next stage of its passage through Parliament. Refugee Action shared a […]
Women and non-binary social footy: no experience required – Saturdays 13:00 – 14:00 at Powerleague Central
Women & non-binary social footy host weekly sessions aimed at women and non-binary people (18+) looking to get back into football or to give it a go for the first time. They are designed for all cis and trans women as well as non-binary people who are comfortable in a space that centres the experiences […]
Smart Health Inclusion Peer AdvocateS (SHIPS) – Deadline January 31st 2022
Bevan’s successful SHIPS (Smart Health Inclusion Peer Advocates) programme is recruiting another cohort of volunteers to take part in training which enables them to become Peer Advocates with lived experience. SHIPS are looking to recruit individuals who have lived experienced of being either homelessness, seeking asylum or have refugee status. The peer support service aims […]
Facing up to homelessness among non-UK nationals – report by Homeless Link
Subtitled “The challenge and opportunity since ‘Everyone In’” – this is a great summary of homelessness, destitution and some possible ways forward. Required reading for anyone working with homeless people people who are not from the EU, and who also have no recourse to public funds.
Employability Workshops for Refugees from PATH Yorkshire, February – March 2022
Clients should be referred to PATH Yorkshire’s New Roots project for refugees for them to attend the workshops. Communication Skills Workshop – (9th of Feb 10am) Effective communication and interpersonal skills underpin everything, whether in the workplace or elsewhere. Communication skills allow you to understand and be understood by others. These can include but are […]
BPP University offers FREE Welfare Rights Legal Advice Clinic in Leeds
BPP University have started a FREE Welfare Rights Legal Advice Clinic. They offer a range of free legal advice and support services for people in Leeds. The service is delivered by volunteer BPP University Law School students, with guidance from qualified lawyers. They can offer help for legal problems with translation, employment, family, welfare (form […]
Leeds Advocacy Network: Members’ Meeting 24th February 2022 at 10am
The Advonet Group are planning a Leeds Advocacy Network (LAN) meeting, due to take place in February. The purpose of the meeting is to gain feedback from members and those who are interested in joining the network. The meeting will provide a space to raise any issues, discuss any requirements members may have regarding their […]
Funding opportunity: Healthier Working Futures – Third Sector Partnerships
Healthier Working Futures aims to create fulfilling employment and training opportunities in the health and care sector for young people aged 16-25 living in Leeds. As part of this programme, at least 7 third sector partners will be recruited to inspire young adults to consider a career in the health and care sector, running a […]
Job: Communities and Partnerships Officer – at Life Long Learning Centre, 28hrs per week, Deadline 16/01/2022
The Life Long Learning Centre, based at Leeds University, are recruiting a Communities and Partnerships Officer who will focus on working with local communities to encourage and support adults to consider higher education. It is a part-time post at 28 hours per week. The closing date is Sunday 16th January. Please see the link below […]
Community Champions Programme in Leeds extended to March 2022
The Community Champions project has been extended until the end of March 2022, with the aim of continuing to recruit volunteers to share accurate health messages around Covid-19 and the vaccine with their network of friends, family, neighbours, and the wider community. We’re seeking organisations to pledge to support the project and to encourage their […]
Migrant Aspiration Programme, from Migrant Rights Network. Deadline is beginning of February 2022
If you are a migrant that wants to use your story and voice to get more involved in your communities, this one is for you! Migrant Rights Network have received funding from the Joseph Rowntree Reform Trust to develop a comprehensive training programme called the Migrants Aspiration Programme (MAP). This programme will seek to support […]
Jobs – Community Peer researcher £10.35/hr Young Foundation – Deadline 10th January 2022
Here’s an opportunity for young people (16-30) to apply for community peer research work. “The project is hoping to include young people with asylum seeker and refugee backgrounds in its recruitment.” Job title: Community (peer) Researcher Salary: £10.35 per hour (£11.75 London Rate) Location: Remote, recruiting across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Time commitment: Approximately […]