Project bringing together libraries in Devon and Cornwall to make a positive difference to persons seeking sanctuary and all new arrivals in our region.
Devon and Cornwall, UK
Joined March 2023
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Mental health resources for refugees and asylum seekers | Mental Health Foundation mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work…
"while the magnitude of the net migration figures has changed, the basic picture has not changed — that unusually high migration has been driven by work and study migration, with more international students remaining long-term in the UK than in the past."
theconversation.com/why-do-t…
Tomorrow afternoon online free session:
“What asylum seekers and refugees make of far-right violence in the UK? Pt. 2 zoom.us/meeting/register/tJw…
In conversation with Drs. Rachel Keighley and Viji Kuppan, researchers at The Rural Racism Project: Towards an Inclusive Countryside, University of Leicester
Overview of the decisions made on migration during the first two months of this Government rainbowmigration.org.uk/news…
The Network eBulletin from @JohnCVin
“In the light of the far-right attacks over the last few days, and the increasing levels of racism and Islamophobia, this Ebulletin will focus on that and draw together some resources which I hope will be of help …
seapn.org.uk/wp-content/uplo…
How wonderful is this? Btw, Arthur Ransome learnt Russian using children’s picture books so it might be helpful for adults too. cornwall.gov.uk/libraries-mu…
How wonderful is this? Btw, Arthur Ransome learnt Russian using children’s picture books so it might be helpful for adults too. cornwall.gov.uk/libraries-mu…
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Talk about a knockout performance!
Kasra Mehdipournijad has proudly represented the @RefugeesOlympic Team at #Paris2024, winning his first match on the journey to the later rounds and showcasing the power of determination and the heart of a champion.🥋🌍
#CheerForRefugees
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Got a new MP?
Our friends at @refugeeaction have made it super easy for you to send them your personalised local tips and find out where they stand on refugee rights.
Email your new MP today so they know you want them to support refugees!
act.refugee-action.org.uk/pa…
‘This team is a message of hope’: behind the scenes with the Refugee Olympic Team | Paris Olympic Games 2024 | The Guardian theguardian.com/sport/articl…
World Refugee Day: 9 charts that explain displacement p.dw.com/p/4hE4k?maca=en-Twi…
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A reminder: it shouldn't have to happen to you for it to matter to you.
#TogetherWithRefugees, always.
RT if you agree.
Bottom pic: the incredible lot at @HastSanctuary
“[…] provide a whistle-stop tour of the data behind the UK’s key debates about migration. These only scratch the surface of some very complex issues but should help you unpick what is and has been going on.”
See: theconversation.com/election….
#RefugeeWeek “Compassionate Connections: A Briefing on Asylum and Refugees” with Sarah Crowther refugeeweek.org.uk/event/com…
The Bath Exhibition of Freedom: An International Photographic Exhibition by Freedom from Torture refugeeweek.org.uk/event/the…