New to Leeds is the definitive guide to life in Leeds for New Migrants. We’ve updated and expanded it with a whole section for newly granted refugees – spelling out exactly what folks need to do to make a successful transition from seeking asylum to becoming a refugee. It combines all the info that has previously […]
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Leeds Health and Wellbeing Training Programme 2024
We are pleased to say we are now promoting our next Leeds Health and Wellbeing Training Programme which will be held in person at the Public Health Resource Centre, Technorth, 9 Harrogate Road, Chapel Allerton, Leeds, LS7 3NB Find us on Google Maps The Leeds Health and Wellbeing Training Programme is perfect for those […]
Media/Social media training for organisations, people with lived experience
IMIX works with people and organisations in the migration sector, including refugees and asylum seekers as well as the individuals, organisations and charities which advocate and represent them. They run “Introduction to working with the media” training, “Introduction to Social media” training and “Introduction to the media for those with lived experience”. They also run […]
Free Forest School Sessions
Leeds Dads are putting on their next set of Forest Schools – a great opportunity for Dads to explore and play alongside their children, and others, to be filled with wonder, to help to develop strong bonds and create lovely memories together.
LCC Summer School for Newly Arrived KS2 Pupils 2024
LCC Summer School for Newly Arrived KS2 Pupils will run again this year, every morning from 24th – 26th July & 29th – 30th July 10:00 – 12:00. All children aged from 8 to 11 years old, who are new to English and/or new to school can attend. Flyer and Booking form below If there […]
Solace: Free training sessions in Leeds 2024
We are excited to announce two further training events for 2024. Both are free and for people working in Leeds. Wellbeing at Work: An introduction to Stress & Trauma, Vicarious Trauma and Vicarious Resilience Monday 8th July 2024 – 9.30am – 12.30pm Manor House, Manor Street, Leeds, LS7 1PZ Working with Interpreters in a Mental […]
RETAS is OISC Registered
RETAS are delighted to announce our recent OISC regulation registration. Recognised by the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner, we are now able to deliver: Level One advice regarding Immigration: Asylum and Protection Level Two advice regarding Asylum and Protection Specifically, our registration means we are able to deliver specific and specialised advice and guidance […]
Migrant Access Project 7th May 2024 Modern Slavery Session
Leeds City Council’s Migrant Access Project are holding a modern slavery awareness session. The session will be delivered by police staff, highlighting how to spot it and ways to report it. Date: 7th May 2024 Time: 10-12pm Venue: Technorth, Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS7 3NB Anyone with an interest in learning more about modern slavery risks […]
STEP forward, ESOL classes for Women refugees, Refugee Council
Jobs fair at the Civic Hall, Leeds on 1st May 2024
DWP are hosting an Employment & Support fair in Leeds on 1st May. The event will take place at the Civic Hall between 10am – 1pm, and is open to anyone with lived experience of migration. At the event you will: Get a chance to meet employers who have live vacancies across a range of […]
ESOL classes with childcare* in Gipton, Little London and Beeston, and English for Work (no creche) in LS11 and the city centre: April 24
Classes for ESOL learners who need childcare* in Gipton, Little London and Beeston, and English for Work (no creche) in LS11 and the city centre Bring your photo ID to register in person at the next class. See times and venues, and register online using the links below. For Adults age 19+ (not already on […]
Applying for University – funding sources and inspiration in 2024
We’ve updated our previous post on funding sources for asylum seekers who wish to go to University with this lovely video