Leeds City Council are working alongside voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations to establish a network of Warm Spaces across Leeds this winter. These include libraries, community centres, community hubs and other places offering a warm welcome and free to use for anyone struggling to heat their home. Some venues will also offer hot drinks, […]
Archive | January, 2023
Leeds Equalities Assembly Conference – 3rd March 2023, 10am-2.00pm
You are invited to the Equalities Assembly Conference 2023 which will take place on: Friday 3rd March 2023 10.00am-2.00pm (registration and refreshments from 9.15am) In the Banquet Hall at Civic Hall (Light lunch provided from 1.15pm) Places are limited and based on a first come, first served basis so please put the date in your […]
Volunteer roles at Refugee Council – Application deadline is Monday 30th January 2023
The Refuge Council New Roots Team are recruiting two additional volunteers, one Conversation Cafe Volunteer and one Volunteer Support Worker for Women’s Group. Please see attached task descriptions and contact [email protected] with any questions. Closing date: Monday 30th January.
#CostofLiving Resources January 2023
We’ve previously posted about Grants to individuals and families, the excellent booklet by Bradford Council on saving money, and Together Leeds – Leeds City Council’s own collection of resources for people who are struggling to feed, clothe or heat themselves. Here are a few more resources that you might find helpful. MIndwell in Leeds have […]
Conversation Cafe with Leeds Playhouse at Shine, LS8. Starting 20th January
Join us for a weekly creative session that will help you practice your English in an informal and fun setting. Join us for a free hot drink and a chance to meet lots of new people. If you need help with travel to the session, let us know. Every Friday from 20th Jan-31st March! (No […]
Regional Report on Migration Issues – January 2023 from Migration Yorkshire
A comprehensive and reliable resource of info from the good folks at Migration Yorkshire.
Jobs: Refugee Council roles in North Yorkshire, Wakefield and York. Deadline 29th January 2023
The Refugee Council is recruiting for seven posts. All are fixed term to 31st March 2024. Community Development Worker 21hrs, Grade 5 (£28,371-£32,020 pro-rata) Wakefield & York For more information and to apply, click here Hotel Resettlement Coordinator 35hrs, Grade 6 (£31,099-£34,723) Wakefield For more information and to apply, click here 2x Resettlement Workers 35hrs, […]
IKEA Programme for Refugees
The Refugee Council and IKEA are working in partnership to support the employment of refugees. This is an opportunity for refugees to access paid work placements at the IKEA store in Leeds. For more details, please see the attached poster. Eligibility criteria: Refugee status with permission to work or Ukrainian nationals who have fled the […]
Mafwa Theatre: Kuluhenna Drama workshops, Started 12th January 2023
Mafwa Theatre’s free weekly drama workshops will be starting again on 12.1.23. The workshops focus on building resilience and promoting well-being through drama, voice and movement. We welcome all Leeds-based women who would like to meet new people, practise English, get creative and have fun! Crèche available. Find out more and sign up here When: Thursday mornings, […]
Path Yorkshire: ‘How to find Job vacancies’ – Workshop for Refugees, 24th January 13.00-14.30
Over the course of this year at PATH Yorkshire we will be running workshops through our New Roots project so that people can learn more about a variety of employability related subjects. These will be open to refugees and people who have fled the conflict in Ukraine. In this session you will learn: Where to […]
MEMAC: IT Course, starting Wednesday 18th January – 6 weeks
MEMEC is starting an IT Course at Hamara next week. Starting date: Wednesday 18th January 2023 Course length: 6 weeks Time: 2 hours from 10:00am – 12:00pm. Registration link Please don’t hesitate to contact us on [email protected] or 07876 682034 for any query.
Citizens Advice: Prepayment Meter Forced Transfer and Self Disconnection Issues
Dear All, Citizens Advice have produced a number of resources to support clients who are at risk of being forced onto prepayment meters/ self disconnection see attached summary.