Forum Central in partnership with Leeds City Council is distributing a small grants fund of £12,000 with the aim of improving the health and wellbeing of Roma Community, through developing trusted relationships. Applications close Friday 26 April 2024 at 12pm (noon/midday). Grants will be allocated to local organisations, grassroots groups and individuals already working within […]
Asylum Matters: General Election Campaign Resources March 2024
Asylum Matters present these new General Election resources as part of the Fight the Anti-Refugee Laws campaign. The resources are designed to support local groups in engaging with their prospective parliamentary candidates, calling on them to repeal the #AntiRefugeeLaws and commit to building an asylum system that treats everyone with compassion and dignity. The resources […]
Research study on the experiences of care leavers – looking for participants
We are researchers working on a research study led by the University of Oxford. Our research study explores care leavers’ experiences leaving Local Authority care. We would like to find out more about the experiences of a diverse range of young adult care leavers and how they leave care. We aim to find ways to improve […]
Job: Regional Volunteer Coordinator (Resettlement Team), Refugee Council
VACANCY: Regional Volunteer Coordinator for Wakefield/York and surrounding areas. Salary: Grade 5 £30, 296-£33,945 Contract Type: Fixed term, Full time (35 hours per week) Location: Leeds Closing date for applications: 1 April 2024 Interviews: week commencing 8 April 2024 Context and Purpose of the Job The UK government’s resettlement programmes (such as the UKRS, ARAP as […]
Free English Class in April 24
We will have free English lessons in the centre of Leeds, near the train station, from 8th April to 3rd May. Lessons are Monday to Friday from 14:00 – 16:15. We will have two levels, and the classes cover everything: grammar, vocabulary, reading, listening, speaking etc. Lessons are taught by trainee teachers with teacher trainers […]
Research into the experiences of Iraqi Kurdish people seeking asylum in the UK, March 2024
For more information, please contact Sameerah at Leeds University [email protected]
Justice & Care publishes guidance for International Workers on Sponsorship in the Care Industry
Justice & Care, part of GLAA have published an advice leaflet for International Workers on Sponsorship in the Care Industry- March 2024.
MESH regional networking event Wednesday 20th March 2024 10.30 Bradford
In this networking event we will look at the ways that ESOL providers are and can collaborate to provide rounded and complementary opportunities for learners. In particular, we will look at the ways that AEB-funded providers collaborate with community providers, in order to increase access and address barriers for different ESOL learners, and/or to provide […]
Job Vacancies at PATH Yorkshire Closing: 15th March 2024 (4pm)
We are a growing non-profit organisation seeking motivated individuals to join our team. We are seeking the following: Project Lead, Administrator, Digital/IT Tutors, Community Connectors. For details, email [email protected] Closing: 15th March 2024 (4pm)
Why Hiring Refugees is Good for Business – 27th March 2024, Bradford
What: Why Hiring Refugees is Good for Business When: Wednesday 27th March, 10am – 4pm Where: Norcroft Centre, University of Bradford, BD7 1DP Employers are looking to diversify workforces and recruit enthusiastic, educated, skilled, and resilient individuals. The refugee population in West Yorkshire includes both talented and qualified people, and motivated and resourceful learners, eager […]
VCS update from Migration Yorkshire March 24: Solace resources, Comic Relief funding, and PhD opportunity
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 […]
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 […]