New Coalition formed to campaign against the Anti-Refugee Legislation
Following the passing of the Nationality and Borders Bill in Parliament, Birmingham City of Sanctuary and Birmingham Schools of Sanctuary…
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Home Office has announced that it will abandon Channel pushbacks
The Home Office has announced that it will abandon Channel pushbacks in the face of legal challenges from the PCS Union, Care4Calais, Channel Rescue and Freedom from Torture, with the support of the Good Law Project.
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We stand with EVERY refugee.
We would like to share this message from the Refugee Council:
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The cruel heart of the Nationality and Borders Bill ….. keep contacting your MPs!
In this short film from the Refugee Council, we are reminded of the government's intentions in the Nationality and Borders Bill. After further discussion in the Lords, the Bill will return to the Commons. Please contact your MP and ask them to vote for the crucial amendments which we hope…
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Orange Landmark Day in Birmingham 21st March 2022
Today we responded to the call from the Together With Refugees Coalition to mark the return of the Nationality and…
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City of Sanctuary’s response to the “Homes for Ukraine” scheme
City of Sanctuary has issued a statement on the proposed government scheme, outlining concerns and re-affirming our commitment towards building mainstream support for all people seeking sanctuary.
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Birmingham City of Sanctuary calls for visa-free Temporary Protection for Ukrainians fleeing the war
In a press release today, 15th March 2022, the Birmingham City of Sanctuary Committee issued the following press release:
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Refugee sector comes together in support of people of Ukraine
Birmingham City of Sanctuary is one of the signatories of this open letter from Refugee Council - read it here.
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Showing Solidarity with Ukraine right now.
The national team at City of Sanctuary has some suggestions for how to show solidarity with Ukraine right now. Read…
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Birmingham City of Sanctuary will welcome refugees from Ukraine
Birmingham leaders have written to Home Secretary Priti Patel urging action on the Ukrainian refugee crisis and declared it is ready to welcome fleeing families. In a letter this morning, council leader Cllr Ian Ward and Birmingham City of Sanctuary chair David Brown urge her to act swiftly to support displaced people…
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Exhibition and workshops in March – Aston Centre for Migration and Forced Displacement
The Aston Centre for Migration and Forced Displacement (CMFD) is holding its launch event in March. The CMFD is part…
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Birmingham Schools of Sanctuary – Valentine’s Day Cards to MPs campaign featured in the press
Today, on Valentine's Day, the Birmingham Mail shared a story about the work of our fabulous Schools of Sanctuary and…
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Birmingham City of Sanctuary Valentine’s Day Card campaign on BBCWM radio
Today BBCWM broadcast an interview with the Secretary of the Birmingham City of Sanctuary committee, the lay chaplain from St…
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Syrian Song Cafe in Birmingham – World Hijab Day on 1st February
World Hijab day, celebrated on the 1st February aims to foster acceptance and understanding between different faiths and communities. The…
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Birmingham City Council Household Support Fund
Support is available for households who are struggling with food or energy bills and other essentials. The main eligibility criteria are Birmingham residency and facing financial hardship. This includes NRPF if facing destitution as per DWP guidance.
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Refugees and Covid-19 – video and report
Newcastle University has produced a very clear short video about the impact of Covid-19 on refugees, which you can watch…
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How asylum-seekers can find work in social care
On the last working day before Christmas, the government announced that it is adding social care workers to the Health and Care visa and Shortage Occupation List. The change is due to come into force “in February 2022“. The Home Office describes this as a temporary measure, in place for a minimum…
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Send a Valentine’s Day card to your MP for the rights of refugees!
Together With Refugees and City of Sanctuary are joining with other organisations to send Valentine's Day cards to MPs just…