A couple of documents, courtesy of Khami from Migrant Help.
Connect & Create – a programme of events
From 17 August, City of Sanctuary will be running a series of online activities to celebrate what is important about being part of a community of sanctuary. Connect & Create is run by City of Sanctuary, along with Displace Yourself Theatre and Citizen Songwriters and includes interactive theatre on Mondays, sanctuary songwriting on Tuesdays, filmmaking on […]
COVID-19 and BAME Pregnant Women
COVID-9 and BAME Pregnant Women: There has been recent NHS research which found BAME pregnant women were more likely to be admitted to hospital with COVID-19 see the report here The Local Maternity System have produced videos and these have been interpreted into different languages to provide information to clients/service users/community members: https://www.wyhpartnership.co.uk/our-priorities/maternity/coronavirus-and-pregnancy
COVID-19 How to get a test in Leeds
How to get a COVID-19 test in Leeds: Apply online www.nhs.uk/coronavirus or call 119 (if you have problems using the internet) to book either: Drive through test Drive-Through Testing Video. Home test – Home Test Video. Walk to site at Bridge Street community church Rider Street, Leeds, LS9 7BQ. Posters for the walk to test centre […]
COVID-19 Key Messages (Leeds) – please share widely
COVID-19 Key Messages: Over the last few weeks there have been a number of changes to government guidance. Leeds City Council have developed 6 key messages using government guidance to support communities in Leeds. These have been produced into infographics in English and translated into community languages available here: https://www.leeds.gov.uk/coronavirus/messages-to-share These new key messages infographics are […]
Regional Report on Migration Issues Leeds – July 2020 from Migration Yorkshire
The great LMP Server Meltdown of July took with it this excellent summary of what’s what in Leeds by Migration Yorkshire. So we’re reposting it in all its glory
Unlearning Racism course – Racial Justice Network
Do you want to do more than simply post and share anti-racist content on social media? Are you unsure where to put your energy or resources? Do you struggle in crucial conversations about racism? Do you feel helpless, disengage, or remain silent when you encounter racism? As the Unlearning Racism Collective – a white-identified group […]
LMP Zoom Catch Up Tuesday 4th August 2020 12:30 – 13:30
Apologies for the last-minute posting of the meeting details. This week, we’ll be focused on “Opening up – what steps are you taking to open your offices back up, and ensure the folks you know are confident and equipped to get our of the house?” Please bring examples of what you are doing, or thinking about […]
What Yorkshire folk think about migration – August 2020
Nice bit of research here from Migration Yorkshire and the accompanying opinion piece is well worth your time – which summarises the findings as Yorkshire residents don’t readily waver in their views on migration The positive effects that migration can bring aren’t always translated from the national to the local level There’s much potential to […]
Lift the Ban – Common Sense Report August 2020
Excellent to see so many Leeds and West Yorkshire based orgs supporting this excellent campaign. Although it would be even better to Leeds City Council taking a stand alongside Birmingham, Coventry, Gateshead, Hartlepool, Hastings, Middlesborough, Newcastle etc So next time you speak to your local elected member, remind them of this campaign, and the popularity […]
EUSS Newsletter: The Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner ( OISC) and the EU Settlement Scheme
This newsletter focus on OISC requirements regarding supporting EU Settlement Scheme applications. EU Settlement Scheme and immigration advice: Local organisation providing supports regarding the EU Settlement Scheme shall ensure that they are fully compliant with the requirements of the Office of the Immigration Service Commissioner (OISC) in the services they deliver. Any basic immigration advice […]
Job: Organisers 14hrs/week, £28.3k pro rata (£11.3k actual) These Walls Must Fall
These Walls Must Fall are recruiting paid organisers in Liverpool, Manchester and West Yorkshire. Salary: £28,338 pro-rata (£11,335 for 14 hours per week), plus employer pension contribution of 5% available. Part time (14 hours per week) One year fixed term contract (Funding is secured for 12 months. There is potential for the post to be […]