Mindwell have created a couple of new resources, outlining the help available in Leeds for people experiencing a mental health crisis The first is a foldable crisis resource to Download, print, and carry with you. The same info is available as a web page which can be translated into other languages (using Google Translate)
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Bank Accounts and ID – Update August 24
We’ve updated the information on ID requirements when opening UK Banks Accounts. In particular new JMLSG Guidance was issued in May 23, and the Home Office wrote to the banks about immigration checks in May 24 – and we’ve read it so you don’t have to.
Update from Migration Yorkshire, w/c 19th August – Translated security advice, research on NHS debt and immigration decision making, JCWI Webinars, EU Settlement and looked after children, Jobs etc
Translations – Migration Security Advice for Asylum Seekers and Refugees Please see the link below for the translations of the safety and security advice for Refugees & Asylum Seekers info sheet created by Hope Not Hate, Refugee Action, Praxis & Asylum Matters. https://hopenothate.org.uk/2024/08/12/migration-security-advice/ Language translations are: Amharic Arabic Dari Farsi French Kurdish Sorani Mandarin Oromo […]
Access to Education for asylum seeking children within families, guidance from Migration Yorkshire
Migration Yorkshire have produced this guide on access to education for asylum seeking children. You may find this information helpful if working with people seeking asylum.
Important Notice to Partner Organisations – Use of Partnership Intelligence Portal (PIP) for Current Disorder Issues
In light of the current national issues, West Yorkshire Police & West Yorkshire Resilience Forum has requested that the following registration link for the West Yorkshire Partnership Intelligence Portal be circulated to colleagues and partners. Registering for use of this portal will enable you/your colleagues to submit information to the heart of the intelligence function […]
Far Right Unrest – from Kim Groves, Chair of Third Sector Leeds
In the wake of the violent unrest that has taken place across the country in recent days, this round-up from Third Sector Leeds focusses on information and advice for groups and organisations working with communities across the city. As Chair of Third Sector Leeds, I would like to offer reassurance and support to the sector […]
Translatable information for people fearful of or at risk of being directly targeted by far-right violence
Earlier this week, we circulated Hope Not Hate’s fantastic resources on responding to far-right threats that included a great piece on keeping yourself safe. Here is the same information, presented as a Google Doc, which can be translated into many many languages – and even comes with instructions of how to do this. Hope not […]
Free Activities & Support for families in Leeds Summer 2024
Please find attached information on free activities and support for families in Leeds this summer. This resource can be shared directly with families. For other social activities and groups for adults, please refer to this up to date list of everything we know about in Leeds
Immigration information for women experiencing DA who are in here either on a spouse visa or as a person with pre-settled status on the EU settlement scheme
By Becca Evans on 2nd August 2024 in Activism & Campaigning, Destitution & Housing, Resource, Safety & Inclusion, Services
Please see link to this useful information https://www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/get-advice/immigration-asylum-law-information/.
Resources for Teaching English from LASSN
Leeds Asylum Seekers Support Network’s English at Home project has been quietly publishing ESOL resources online for about 8 years. During this time they have become the most popular section of the lassn.org.uk website. All the resources are completely free, and lovingly indexed by Skills, Levels, Topic by Julie and Clive (LASSN’s brilliant volunteer archivists) […]
Leeds School Uniform Exchange Facebook
Looking for gently used school uniforms without breaking the bank? Visit the Leeds School Uniform Exchange website or the Facebook page at @leedsschooluniformexchange! This community-driven initiative provides families with free, high-quality uniforms, ensuring every child is ready for the school year. You can also donate any unwanted school uniform to the @ZeroWasteLeeds school uniform exchange […]
Doctors of the World – Advice line
Doctors of the World is an international humanitarian organisation. In the UK, we support people to access mainstream healthcare (GP registration). We run a national advice line which is open Monday to Thursday from 10am to 12pm. It is a free phone number and anyone can easily self-refer. Our team of caseworkers will […]