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Ho Ho Hope. Stand for hope not hostility this winter with our new range of merch. All profits will help us build this movement of welcome for people seeking sanctary.

Campaigns & Actions

Not a Stranger: Understanding Migrant Experiences Amidst UK Policy Shifts Survey
This survey aims to document the views and experiences of migrants of all legal statuses from all around the UK, to gather information on how such proposed policy changes could and are already affecting their lives - e.g. right to stay in the country, access to healthcare and education, family life, financial situation, and community life.

Communities Not Camps
The Government has announced plans to open new camp-style large-scale asylum accommodation sites in Inverness and Crowborough. 
 1) Write to your MP urdging them to speak out against these hugely harmful plans
2) Share these digital assets on social media highlighting the cost of cruelty #CommunitiesNotCamps

Events, resources and opportunities

Sanctuary Award Info Session
Join us on 5 Nov for a quick fire session to learn about the award process and for us to answer any questions. This is geared towards groups, arts institutions and libraries that are looking to either assess or apply for an award. Register here


Introduction to City of Sanctuary
Join us on 12 Nov for an overview of City of Sanctuary, what we do, how we do it, and how you can get involved, either via your local group or via our Sanctuary Awards programme. Register here


Right to Remain: Legal Advice v Legal Support
Join us on 4 Dec for this interactive workshop for City of Sanctuary groups in partnership with the Right to Remain team. Learn the key differences between legal advice vs legal support with practical activities to build confidence in using the Right to Remain Toolkit. Register here


Right to Remain: How to Support With Asylum Claims
Join us on 11 Dec for this interactive Right to Remain workshop, great for City of Sanctuary groups and people currently navigating the UK asylum system. Register here


Further Education College of Sanctuary Network Meeting
Join us on 13 Nov for this regular network meeting to share practice, updates and the latest research. Presenter will include Edinburgh College and Refugee Education UK. Register here


A Future Fit for People and Planet
Our new free resource explores how we can all work across movements for social, climate, and migrant justice. It shares real stories from those living the reality of climate-linked displacement, and offers practical ways for City of Sanctuary groups and awarded organisations to collaborate, learn, and act together. Find it here


Climate and Migration Community Film Festival
A new film festiva bringing together stories of climate, displacement, resilience, and hope. Running 21-30 Nov, the festival is curated and produced by Counterpoints Arts in partnership with Earth Refuge, Climate & Migrant Justice Organising Group, and us at City of Sanctuary UK. Get involved here


Forth Valley Community Talks Now Available
Forth Valley Welcome are now offering free talks to local schools, churches, clubs, and community groups about the real issues facing refugees and asylum seekers in their area. These talks aim to open up meaningful dialogue, challenge misconceptions, and build bridges between New Scots and their new neighbours.To arrange a talk: [email protected]


Free training to support frontline workers
Frontline Network offers free courses to enable frontline workers to develop learning and skills to support you in your work with people experiencing homelessness. Find out more


Short Films by Young Syrian Refugees
A unique series of short films created by young Syrian refugees in Scotland exploring their aspirations, journeys, challenges, dreams, fears, and futures. Watch here


Other Side of Hope Vol 5
The UK's first and only Magazine of Sanctuary has just released its 5th edition. Get your copy here

Job opportunities
  • Calderdale Valley of Sanctuary | Director | 12 Nov
  • Herts Welcomes Refugees | Director | 10 Nov
  • ATLEU | Participation Manager (Lived Experience) | 16 Nov
  • Settled | Ukrainian Adviser | 20 Nov
  • Women for Refugee Women | Office Manager | 13 Nov
  • Refugee Support Group | Chief Executive | 17 Nov
  • The Bike Project | Trusts & Foundations Lead | 9 Nov

 

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