Working in, with, and on behalf of our local community
Every action makes a difference, and when we come together, we are powerful! #RefugeeWeek2022 Refugee Week is almost upon us, beginning next week – 20 – 27th June. It is a UK-wide festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary. The aim is for it to be a celebration of community, care, and the human …
Asylum seekers volunteering help in gardening
Bikes! For asylum seekers, a bike is a huge asset. With limited resources, and with the scant public transport options between towns in West Lancashire, a bike enables them to get out and about. Although things have been different during lockdown, with Spring on its way and the vaccine rollout progressing well, it seems that we are slowly turning a …
The majority of asylum seekers and refugees who reach our shores are keen to make a lasting contribution to society. They want to leave past trauma behind, move on with their lives and settle in the country that has become their new home. A key skill for them is proficiency in the English language. Without this, they will always struggle …