latest update from Migration Yorkshire Solace resources: A reminder that Solace have some helpful resources available https://www.solace-uk.org.uk/training/helpful-resources-for-refugees-and-people-seeking-safety Comic Relief Offers Funding for UK Groups Working with Refugees and Asylum Seekers in the UK: Comic’s new funding programme, Re-Rooted: Safety and Security for Refugees and Asylum Seekers, is offering grants of up to £200,000 over three […]
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Applying for Sanctuary Scholarships: Info Session, Monday 11 March, 5.30 – 7.00pm
Are you a refugee or seeking asylum in the UK, and applying to university this year? You may need financial support with your tuition fees and living costs. Many universities offer scholarships and bursaries that can help. Book your place at this information session on Monday 11th March at 5:30pm, which is organised by STAR […]
Stand Up! Speak Out! Solidarity Knows No Borders Training Series 2024 training series – Online from March- July 2024
We won’t let our public services become a tool of hostile immigration enforcement. It’s time to stand up and speak out! Join our free, online training series to resist the Hostile Environment in public services. Get skills and knowledge to act in solidarity for migrant justice. Full Programme and Sign up: https://sknb.org/take-action/suso2024/ Whether you are working in […]
New Conversation Cafe at RETAS
If you know of people who wish to wish to practice English speaking and listening skills, please make them aware of our new Conversation Cafe at RETAS – every other Thursday in the first floor classroom of the Roundhay Road Resource Centre. These sessions will offer an informal and low pressure approach to learning English, […]
Unleashing Refugee Potential C.I.C – Empowering Young Migrants and Refugees: A Transformative Initiative in Leeds
Unleashing Refugee Potential C.I.C, established in September 2019, is a dynamic community interest company based in West Yorkshire, dedicated to empowering refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants within this region. Specializing in providing localized support, the organisation offers targeted one-to-one employment assistance, encompassing language and digital skill enhancement, life skills coaching, CV development, job search strategies, […]
FREE Jobseeker Training with 1:1 Support – Starts 27th Feb 2024
By Elliot Reid - PATH Yorkshire on 14th February 2024 in Education, Training & Work, Resource, Services
Aged 19+ and looking to succeed in getting a job? Our Jobseekers Training with 1:1 Support could be the thing that lands you that job. Training starts on the 27th of February 2024. For more information, please see the attached leaflet or contact us on 07984777537 (Call/Text/WhatsApp) or [email protected]
Work Routes – helping refugees into sustainable employment – from Reed in Partnership
The Work and Health Programme – Work Routes, is a programme commissioned and funded by the Department of Work and Pensions. We are here to support individuals into sustainable employment. We work with vulnerable adults who have different barriers. Examples of these are health conditions, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, care leavers, refugees, offenders […]
Free support to start your business: Migrant Women in Business, deadline 13th Feb 2024
Migration Yorkshire are recruiting participants for the second cohort of the Migrant Women in Business project, which offers free tailored support to aspiring entrepreneurs. We’d like to hear from women who have a business idea but need help to get started. The programme starts in March 2024 and will run until May 2024. As part […]
Get Ready for Functional Skills English – WEA free courses, starts 6th Feb 2024
Develop your skills to read, write, and communicate in English with more confidence. Functional Skills courses help to improve language skills so that you communicate effectively, create work and study opportunities and help you learn key skills for employment and life. This adult English course helps you develop your language skills through real-life situations. Functional […]
Refugee Employability Programme in Leeds
“Get personalised support from your own case worker so you can improve your English and find work. The Refugee Employability Programme is here to help you find employment through local, individually tailored support that’s unique to you.” To find out more, read their Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) here They attend drop-ins all across Leeds at […]
Refugee Council & IKEA Employability course Leeds and More Online Courses – Open for Referrals! Feb/March 24
The Refugees Into Jobs team of the Refugee Council are announcing that they are open for referrals for their IKEA employment course in Leeds along with 2 online courses coming up, please take a look at the flyers attached for more information and dates. The outlines are listed below! IKEA UPPNA Employability Course & Placement […]
Migrant Access Project: Prevent Awareness Session – 6th February 2024
Leeds City Council’s Migrant Access Project have arranged a Prevent Awareness session. If you are not familiar with the work being done to prevent radicalisation and extremism, you are warmly welcomed to attend. Venue: Technorth, 9 Harrogate Rd, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 3NB Room 7 Date: 5th February 2024 (10-12pm) To book your place email: […]