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Jobs: Domestic Violence and Abuse Sanctuary Support Workers, 8x 21 hours/wk 24k pro rata Deadline Nov 1st 2021

We are looking for a team of experienced and committed workers who will provide support for individuals and families who need ‘sanctuary’ to keep them safe from Domestic Violence and Abuse. Sanctuary is provided by Leeds City Council and consists of safety and security measures to help people stay safe in their homes. There are […]

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Lift the Ban – a long update with 3 clear asks – prepare for October 12th 2021

A lot has been happening on Lift the Ban over the past couple of weeks and so this email is longer than normal. To help pick out the key points, below are three potential actions you might want to take from this email: Be ready to support our Lift the Ban push next Tuesday 12th […]

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Leeds Prevent Newsletter October 2021

Leeds Prevent Communities Newsletter is produced bi-monthly by the Leeds Prevent Team. The newsletter is designed to keep you up to-date with current information in respect to safeguarding against radicalisation, key policies, strategic updates, funding, training and good practice. This monthly newsletter highlights a Community Roundtable event on Wednesday 8th December; the situation in Afghanistan; […]

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Job: Refugee, Asylum Seeking and Trafficked Women’s Caseworker 28hrs/wk 27k pro-rata Bradford Rape Crisis

Refugee, Asylum Seeking and Trafficked Women’s Caseworker. (28 hours per week, worked over 4 days to include Mondays) We especially welcome applicants with lived experience. This post is based at our Bradford City Centre office/working from home /other locations as required The starting salary for both posts is NJC scale point 22 (currently £27,040) pro […]

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New Community Sexual Health Drop in, Thursdays 10:00-15:00 Woodhouse Community Centre – from MESMAC

Yorkshire MESMAC Are running a new Community Sexual Health drop-in at Woodhouse Community Centre for people seeking asylum, Refugees and People of Colour. Thursdays, from 14th October between 10.00am-3.00pm, you don’t need an appointment, just come by! If you have any questions please get in touch at [email protected] or 0113 244 4209. They’re offering screenings […]

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Resource of the week: City of Sanctuary’s Guidance for organisations inviting refugees as speakers

Many of our orgs are approached by people wanting to hear refugees or asylum seekers to talk about their experiences. Please see and share this guidance which was developed in consultation with the [City of] Sanctuary Ambassador network to ensure that invitations for people with lived experience to speak are positive and constructive experiences for all those […]

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LMP strategy group action notes – 8th September 2021

Thank you to all who were able to attend the last LMP strategy meeting on Wednesday the 8th September 2021 and contributing to the dynamic conversations. LMP partners engaged in a workshop discussion to review the LMP strategic priorities by considering key concerns and challenges for partners over the next year. The action notes provide […]

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Bahar AFG Women’s Association Activities update Sept 21:

Bahar Women’s Association provide a warm welcome to all refugees, asylum seekers and other members of the community and an invitation to take part in their range of support and activities: English/other language classes Confidence building and training Trips and activities Lifestyle and classes After-school club Support with advocacy Contact information: [email protected] Or pop in […]

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Jobs: Refugee, Asylum Seeking & Trafficked Women’s Caseworker / Sexual Violance Prevention Worker at Bradford Rape Crisis & Sexual Abuse Survivors Service

Bradford Rape Crisis & Sexual Abuse Survivors Service are recuiting Post 1: Refugee, Asylum Seeking and Trafficked Women’s Caseworker. (28 hours per week, worked over 4 days to include Mondays) Who are we looking for? In this role, you will ensure the provision of high-quality, person-centred, advice and advocacy support for women in a range […]

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Donations for Afghan Refugees 1st October 2021

The Afghanistan Citizens’ Resettlement Scheme is the UK Government’s new bespoke resettlement route to provide protection for vulnerable people fleeing Afghanistan. The government aims to welcome up to a total of 20,000 refugees “in the long-term”. As a compassionate city Leeds City Council are already working alongside other councils across the region as part of […]

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