Events, resources and opportunities
We host regular regional online meet-ups that bring together City of Sanctuary groups, partners, Sanctuary Award holders, and organisations currently working toward the award. Check our upcoming events here
Exploring migrant and climate justice through art and culture
Join us and Culture for Climate Scotland online on June 17 at 12:00 to explore the intersection of climate and migrant justice through art and culture. This event is designed for arts and culture organisations and practitioners. Register your free place here
Refugee Week: Poetry With Other Side of Hope Magazine
To kick off Refugee Week 2026, we are delighted to host an evening of poetry readings from poets published by The Other Side of Hope. Join us online on 15 June 7pm. Register your free place
Staying Safe During Refugee Week
Refugee Week have put together some practical guidance on staying safe during Refugee Week for organisations running events. Read it here
Family Returns Consultation - extended deadline
The Home Office is consulting on concerning new plans which could leave children, families, adults and care leavers destitute and homeless. You can respond to their consultation using this step-by-step guide - deadline June 4
Take action against inhumane deportations
JCWI have developed a campaign action you can take to urge airline companies to not facilitate inhumane deportations. Use the easy letter-writing tool to write to the CEOs of five major airlines and urge them to stop being complicit in cruel, racist and violent deportations.
Welcome to City of Sanctuary: An Introduction
New to City of Sanctuary or just plain curious? In this session, we will provide an overview of the City of Sanctuary movement across the UK and how you can get involved. Join us on 30 June at 11am
Sanctuary Awards Info Session
Join us on 1 July 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
Tell your MP to hear survivors
After Exploitation has joined with a range of NGOs to launch ‘Hear Survivors, Support Survivors’. The coalition is calling for a UK which hears and supports survivors of trafficking, exploitation and modern slavery. You can take action by using the letter-writing tool to tell your MP to hear survivors and ensure they have the support they need.
Have your say on the country you want to see
The National Conversation is a UK-wide listening initiative, inviting people right across the country to share what they value about community life and the kind of communities they want to build together. Take the survey here
Council for At-Risk Academics Scotland and the North Conference
Cara’s Annual Scotland and the North Conference returns 12 June at University of St Andrews, offering a valuable space for reflection, learning, and deeper discussion with partners across Scotland and the north of the UK. For enquiries, contact Cara Scotland Manager Tessa Bell: bell@cara.ngo | 
