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Young refugees publish ideas for change
Dear colleagues, I’m very excited to be sharing the booklet the ST4R group have made to capture the key messages they got from their survey asking other young migrants what changes they would like to see in Leeds and the UK. For more information on how the group collected and analysed their data, the technical […]
Windrush Compensation Scheme – Home Office engagement event 19th August 2020
Before coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions, the Home Office ran a series of public events around the country to raise awareness of the Windrush Compensation Scheme and the work of the Windrush Taskforce. Engagement events are now taking place online. These events are open to everyone of any nationality. At all events, information is provided on who […]
Board vacancies: two new trustees needed for RETAS
RETAS is looking to recruit a new trustee to join our thriving charity. Ideally we are looking for applications from individuals with a specific interest and expertise in governance and the charitable sector We welcome applications from people who: Have a commitment to improving the life chances of refugees and asylum seekers from diverse backgrounds Are […]
LMP Blog is unstaffed for a week 27/7/20 – 2/8/20
Just a quick note to apologise: uploads and posts may not be authorised until 2/8/20 – we’re on holiday for a week, and have forgotten to arrange cover. Any uploads between now and then will be moderated on 2/8/20 in time for the next Monday Morning Digest on 3/8/20
A bundle of resources from Tudor Trust – focusing on orgs who want to re-open safely
This is an excerpt from a recent email from Tudor Trust that is too good not to share. Really helpful info here for any organisation thinking about how to prepare their buildings, offices, staff and volunteers for reopening Government advice on the safe use of multi-purpose community facilities: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-guidance-for-the-safe-use-of-multi-purpose-community-facilities Advice sheet on returning to […]
COVID 19 prevention and outbreak work – key messages for migrant communities
From Sam Powell at LCC Communities team Thank you for welcoming Laura and I to the LMP meeting to share and consult with you on the work that is taking place around the COVID 19 prevention and outbreak work – attached is the presentation giving an overview of this work. We are currently developing the […]
A guide for migrants and asylum rights organisations about privacy settings – Privacy International
“This guide is for anyone concerned about their social media accounts being monitored by public authorities, but it’s especially targeted at people from minority and migrant communities who may be disproportionately affected by various forms of surveillance.” https://privacyinternational.org/act/migrants-asylum-rights-organisations-privacy-settings
Making destitution payments – a guide from Refugee Action
As the Food aid gets harder to access, a number of orgs will be considering ways of getting financial support to households in need. Refugee Action have produced some excellent resources around how to do this https://www.ragp.org.uk/guidance/destitution-payments/home or click on the picture below
Free online English resources for adults and children
previously posted by Hannah Jameson Online resources for self-study Online classes for learners For everyone who is at home and trying to continue their English language studies or learn with their children, please see this list of free online resources. There are even some online courses starting soon to keep you busy! The resources are […]
Getting internet for people without access to broadband – some basic info
originally posted 27th April 2020 Domestic broadband Many people do not have access to broadband internet. Broadband installation generally requires you to be in a place of your own (ie renting/owning a place) to have a bank account (to set up a Direct Debit) to be creditworthy (successfully complete a credit check) to buy it […]
Video calls and mobile data
Originally posted 1st April 2020 As we all get used to new ways of working, video calls are the obvious solution. They’re fun accessible and immediate. They can really help people feel connected. However, we should also be aware that for volunteers and clients and those of us who don’t have broadband, this isn’t “free” […]