OUR PROGRAMMES
INFORMATION, ADVICE & ADVOCACY
We provide advice and practical support to people seeking sanctuary and help refugees living in the North East to be welcomed and feel safe, respected and understood as members of our diverse community.
We provide advice and practical support to people seeking sanctuary and help refugees living in the North East to be welcomed and feel safe, respected and understood as members of our diverse community.
Monday 10:00am - 01:00pm
WERS, NE4 5JE
This is a welcoming space for people seeking asylum and refugees, providing immediate support and resources for those navigating the complexities of the UK asylum system.
Wednesday 11:30am - 01:30pm
Westgate Baptist Church, NE4 6NX
During these sessions, we connect with the community we work with in an informal setting to get to know one another better. We offer a variety of activities, including cooking classes and board games.
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Our Life on Hold project provides regular financial & wraparound support to people seeking asylum who have received a negative decision on their asylum claim.
This is a partnership of WERS, North East Refugee Service (NERS) & the British Red Cross (BRC).
We provide case work support on an appointment basis, tailoring our assistance to the specific needs of individuals. Our dedicated team works closely with individuals, offering personalised guidance signposting, access to essential services.
Please visit our drop-in to book an appointment.
We are distributing material goods including essentials such as food vouchers, sim cards, clothing, mobile phones and toiletries.
We conduct sessions in hotels and other temporary accommodation sites to engage with individuals seeking asylum in a sensitive manner, providing them with essential information, guidance, and connections to resources.
It is particularly crucial to extend support in these locations, especially for newly arrived individuals, as it allows us to address their immediate needs during this transitional phase.
Wednesday 1:30am - 01:30pm
(every last Wednesday of the month)
Westgate Baptist Church, NE4 6NX
The sessions are for newcomers in Newcastle, offering valuable insights into the local support network, cultural nuances and an overview of the asylum process in the UK.