London University Sanctuary Open Day An information day for people with Sanctuary backgrounds to explore the Higher Education opportunities and support available to them in London. 10th Nov, 11-3pm at Birkbeck University. Register your place now.
Libraries of Sanctuary – Applications in Progress event We are delighted to be hosted by CILIPS Scotland for the second time for an event focussed on Libraries of Sanctuary. Though the event is held by a Scotland-based organisation, all are welcome. 28th Nov, 2-3pm online. Register your place here.
Local Authority Network Annual Plenary and Award Celebration Join us on December 6th at 12pm for a celebration of all the incredible things this network has achieved over the last year. Register your place here.
Cardiff Met divest from companies profiting from pain Cardiff Met, a proud University of Sanctuary, is the UK's first university to commit to divesting from companies who profit from violence against people on the move. This is a huge win for the #DivestBorders movement. Read more about it here.
Applying to university information session STAR are holding an online information session on On Tuesday 1st November, 5pm-6.30pm, about applying to university, focusing on undergraduate applications. Find out more and register your place here.
The Commission on the Integration of Refugees This new independent commmission aims to improve the refugee and asylum system for a society where everyone, including refugees, feels welcome and integrated. Find out more and sign up for updates.
'I Was Not Born a Sad Poet', Loraine Mponela's book of poetry Our incredible ambassador Loraine has published a book of extraordinary poetry. Order your copy here.
An Introduction to Schools of Sanctuary: event recording Missed our online introductory event? No worries, we have a recording of the event here. This gives an overview of the Schools of Sanctuary award, outlining the process, criteria and drawing on examples from recently awarded schools.
IMIX masterclasses Join IMIX for a series of workshops on how to work with the media and how to best use social media. See programme and sign up here.
Barnsley Welcomes Refugees Conference Talks, workshops and stands on how to make this community more welcoming for those seeking sanctuary. 19 Nov, 11-3pm at Barnsley Civic. Email [email protected] for more information.
Professional mentorship for LGBTQI+ people seeking sanctuary Managed by Tent Partnership for Refugees, this is a great opportunity to receive 1-on-1 guidance from an LGBTQ professional or ally working at a large company who can help you improve your professional skills, build your confidence, and expand your professional network. Sign up here.
New report: legal advice system failing survivors of modern slavery This report by ATLEU reveals how survivors of modern slavery are being left destitute and at risk of exploitation by a crumbling legal aid system that is failing to provide them with the support they need. Read it here.
The Quantedge-Cambridge Refugee Scholarship This scholarship is available annually to support one student, to study for an MPhil (Master of Philosophy) at King’s College, Cambridge. All MPhil subjects offered by the College are eligible for the Scholarship. Applications now open, see more here.
New Scots National Conference Join Scottish Refugee Council to celebrate and reflect on the New Scots Refugee Integration Strategy and Delivery Project. 11 Nov, 09:30-15:30 at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall. Register now.
Introduction to Ukrainian culture and language course The Open University has launched a new free online course for people housing, caring for or working with Ukrainians in the UK. The course focuses on Ukrainian culture and language and has been developed specifically for UK residents hosting refugees, and service providers working with people who have arrived from Ukraine. See it here.
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