This week, Women Friendly Leeds launched our Safety Survey. We are excited to share that in the space of a few days, we have already received hundreds of responses, telling us that safety in Leeds is a central issue for you all. If you’ve not yet filled in this survey and can spare 10 minutes, please take […]
Archive | May, 2021
Schools of Sanctuary resource for Refugee Week 2021
Recording of an event hosted by Refugee Week and Schools of Sanctuary UK to share ideas, activities and resources for schools to recognise and celebrate Refugee Week 2021. Event Recordings
LMP Chat 18th May 2021 – cancelled: next one June 1st 2021
We messed up and did not circulate the ad for this meeting until *checks watch* 3 minutes before it is due to start. The next LMP Chat will take place on 1st June 2021 and the link is http://bit.ly/LMPchat – we’ll put out more info closer to the time Sorry for mucking you around, thanks […]
Asylum support: all negative cessations (evictions) are currently halted – 17th May 2021
Important news re cessation and refusals of asylum support via ASAP and Vicky at Migration Yorkshire All negative cessations are currently halted. In an unexpected turn of events, the court has granted an injunction preventing the Home Office from making any decision under the most recent cessation policy (see email from Alice on 26th April […]
Important update regarding new ASPEN cards, 17th May 2021
Some key info regarding the transition to the new ASPEN card. Full info attached. **Note the BLACKOUT WEEKEND 22ND/23RD MAY** What are the key dates to be aware of? From 10th May – The new Aspen card will be dispatched to SUs, along with an instructional pin mailer. Friday 21st May (from 5pm) – The […]
Notes from the No Accomodation Network – West Yorkshire and Humber Meeting, 6th May 2021
via Katie at NACCOM
Voluntary Action Leeds – Developing Strategic Leadership in Underrepresented Communities Project – June 21
Voluntary Action Leeds Part of the Developing Strategic Leadership in Underrepresented Communities Project, this training course is made up of five separate sessions. You will be required to attend all sessions to complete the course. Developing Strategic Leadership in Underrepresented Communities Project This programme is an exciting opportunity for organisations who want to be […]
International Organisation for Migration (IOM): Introductory webinar, 25th June 2021
Partnering with the CIOL, the UN Agency International Organisation for Migration (IOM) is offering an introductory webinar for professional linguists working with refugees. Using information and learnings from field work across the world, this session looks at the impact of refugee journeys and cultures of origin. It discusses how this may affect refugee expectations and behaviours, […]
Covid-19 – VCSE Resilience Survey May 2021
Responding to Covid-19 – VCSE Resilience Survey May 2021 Voluntary Action Leeds (VAL) have been working with Forum Central & other partners to launch a survey looking at the Resilience of the VCSE in Leeds. It is important that as many organisations, both large & small take part in this survey and to include the migrant third sector to […]
Women’s only Covid-19 vaccination clinic in Leeds 24th-28th May 2021
A new women’s-only vaccine clinic will offer a safe and private space for women to have their COVID-19 vaccine, and discuss any questions or concerns with healthcare professionals. If you know any women living in the Leeds area, who are eligible for their vaccine, please encourage them to drop in at the Reginald Centre, LS7 […]
Changes to the asylum and immigration process due to Covid-19 – a guide from Right to Remain May 21
[via Migrant Info Hub] Right to Remain have updated their ‘Changes to the asylum and immigration process due to Covid-19’ guide. ‘Because of the Coronavirus public health crisis, there have been some temporary changes to the asylum and immigration process.’ Asylum information Asylum screening interviews Asylum substantive interviews Further submissions (fresh claims) Asylum support (housing, […]
LASSN are recruiting volunteers!
Leeds Asylum Seekers’ Support Network (LASSN) are now recruiting new volunteers for training at the end of May/beginning of June. We are recruiting volunteers for the following projects: Befriending, English at Home, Grace Hosting, Connecting Opportunities, and our Meet & Connect social groups. You can read more about our different volunteering projects here: https://lassn.org.uk/volunteers/ In […]