www.refugeewomen.co.uk
#WelcomeEveryWoman #SetHerFree #SistersNotStrangers
No one should flee violence and abuse only to face further harm on their journeys to safety or again in the UK.
But this is the reality for many refugee women.
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No one should flee violence and abuse only to face further harm on their journeys to safety or again in the UK.
But this is the reality for many refugee women.
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Let’s be clear: the only thing dividing our country is a politics devoid of humanity and compassion.
The plans announced today are a cruel political choice. It is #NotInOurName.
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/morally-and-...
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Let’s be clear: the only thing dividing our country is a politics devoid of humanity and compassion.
The plans announced today are a cruel political choice. It is #NotInOurName.
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/morally-and-...
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Hostile polices cost lives. For those seeking safety here, these policies represent more cruelty, more anxiety, and more uncertainty.
Nobody leaves their home unless they have to.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
Hostile polices cost lives. For those seeking safety here, these policies represent more cruelty, more anxiety, and more uncertainty.
Nobody leaves their home unless they have to.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
The good news is, pressure to end this unjust and illogical ban is building. Add your voice now, and tell the Government it's time to let people work:
bit.ly/LTB-act
The good news is, pressure to end this unjust and illogical ban is building. Add your voice now, and tell the Government it's time to let people work:
bit.ly/LTB-act
This traps people in poverty, long periods of inactivity, and wastes their skills.
This policy is nonsensical.
Tell the Government to #LiftTheBan now: lifttheban.co.uk/email-the-ne... @asylummatters.bsky.social
This traps people in poverty, long periods of inactivity, and wastes their skills.
This policy is nonsensical.
Tell the Government to #LiftTheBan now: lifttheban.co.uk/email-the-ne... @asylummatters.bsky.social
Could you be our Office Manager (mat cover)?
We’re looking for an organised, proactive and friendly person to oversee our smooth running.
🗓️ Deadline: 13 Nov, 11:55PM
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/office-manag...
Could you be our Office Manager (mat cover)?
We’re looking for an organised, proactive and friendly person to oversee our smooth running.
🗓️ Deadline: 13 Nov, 11:55PM
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/office-manag...
For some Danish politicians, the openly stated goal is 'zero asylum-seekers'.
This should alarm us all.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025... 1/🧵
For some Danish politicians, the openly stated goal is 'zero asylum-seekers'.
This should alarm us all.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025... 1/🧵
Who could possibly oppose this?
#KnowTheirNames
Yet the Government doesn’t officially count these deaths.
Each death is a tragedy. These fatalities must not be ignored.
The law must change so we can #KnowTheirNames.
Who could possibly oppose this?
#KnowTheirNames
Yet the Government doesn’t officially count these deaths.
Each death is a tragedy. These fatalities must not be ignored.
The law must change so we can #KnowTheirNames.
Yet the Government doesn’t officially count these deaths.
Each death is a tragedy. These fatalities must not be ignored.
The law must change so we can #KnowTheirNames.
There are nearly one million trustees across the UK, quietly powering the charity sector with their time, skills, and leadership.
To mark the week, we asked our Board what being a trustee means to them.
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/trustees-wee...
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There are nearly one million trustees across the UK, quietly powering the charity sector with their time, skills, and leadership.
To mark the week, we asked our Board what being a trustee means to them.
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/trustees-wee...
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@evawuk.bsky.social @4refugeewomen.bsky.social @refugecharity.bsky.social @rightsofwomen.bsky.social
livingunderpatriarchy.org/2025/11/04/n...
@evawuk.bsky.social @4refugeewomen.bsky.social @refugecharity.bsky.social @rightsofwomen.bsky.social
livingunderpatriarchy.org/2025/11/04/n...
But asylum accommodation is failing people seeking safety and causing huge harm.
All while private contractors make MILLIONS in profit.
Read more in this vital report by @freedomfromtorture.bsky.social
stories.freedomfromtorture.org/changing-the...
But asylum accommodation is failing people seeking safety and causing huge harm.
All while private contractors make MILLIONS in profit.
Read more in this vital report by @freedomfromtorture.bsky.social
stories.freedomfromtorture.org/changing-the...
The group have been busy so far this term creating placemats, potholders and pincushions.
We love how colourful and joyful the pieces are!
Huge thank you to our volunteer who makes this space so welcoming and fun.💜
The group have been busy so far this term creating placemats, potholders and pincushions.
We love how colourful and joyful the pieces are!
Huge thank you to our volunteer who makes this space so welcoming and fun.💜
Hope for a few, harm for many.
Read our full statement here: www.refugeewomen.co.uk/uk-france-de...
Or read more below 👇
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Hope for a few, harm for many.
Read our full statement here: www.refugeewomen.co.uk/uk-france-de...
Or read more below 👇
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We’re looking for a proactive and organised person to join our team.
📍 Hybrid, London
💰 £31,450 – 36,450
🗓️ Apply by 13 Nov, 11:55PM
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/office-manag...
Please share! 💜
We’re looking for a proactive and organised person to join our team.
📍 Hybrid, London
💰 £31,450 – 36,450
🗓️ Apply by 13 Nov, 11:55PM
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/office-manag...
Please share! 💜
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Less than 24 hours later, the Government announced plans to house people in two ex-military sites.
This is performative cruelty.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... 1/2
Less than 24 hours later, the Government announced plans to house people in two ex-military sites.
This is performative cruelty.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... 1/2
Failures include:
❌ Lack of oversight on private contractors
❌ Inadequate safeguarding
❌ Profits put before people
❌ Reliance on unsafe accommodation
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025... 1/🧵
Failures include:
❌ Lack of oversight on private contractors
❌ Inadequate safeguarding
❌ Profits put before people
❌ Reliance on unsafe accommodation
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025... 1/🧵
In our session yesterday, we explored themes of home, family and hope.
We reflected on how writing makes us feel:
🕊️ "At peace"
💪 "Courageous and hopeful"
😌 "Relief and mental exercise"
🌟 "Confident"
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In our session yesterday, we explored themes of home, family and hope.
We reflected on how writing makes us feel:
🕊️ "At peace"
💪 "Courageous and hopeful"
😌 "Relief and mental exercise"
🌟 "Confident"
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This is the reality of this harmful, unworkable deal.
We remain extremely concerned that those targeted under this deal are unable to access meaningful justice and are at risk of deportation and further harm.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025... 1/2
This is the reality of this harmful, unworkable deal.
We remain extremely concerned that those targeted under this deal are unable to access meaningful justice and are at risk of deportation and further harm.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025... 1/2
Join our friendly team and play a central role in the smooth running of WRW.
📍 Hybrid, London
💰 £31,450-36,450
🕰️ 6-12 month contract, possibility to extend
📅 Deadline: 13 Nov, 11:55PM
Please share!
Join our friendly team and play a central role in the smooth running of WRW.
📍 Hybrid, London
💰 £31,450-36,450
🕰️ 6-12 month contract, possibility to extend
📅 Deadline: 13 Nov, 11:55PM
Please share!
May the festival of light bring you happiness, joy and good fortune!
May the festival of light bring you happiness, joy and good fortune!
Today marks the National Day of Solidarity to End Immigration Detention.
We're joining organisations and campaigners from across the UK with one unified message: detention must end, now.
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/solidarity-d...
#SetHerFree #EndDetention
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Today marks the National Day of Solidarity to End Immigration Detention.
We're joining organisations and campaigners from across the UK with one unified message: detention must end, now.
www.refugeewomen.co.uk/solidarity-d...
#SetHerFree #EndDetention
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🌈 A member of Rainbow Sisters received her refugee status
🏆 Members of our short course on facilitation graduated and celebrated together
💜 We welcomed 12 new women to our community
We look forward to seeing what next week brings!
🌈 A member of Rainbow Sisters received her refugee status
🏆 Members of our short course on facilitation graduated and celebrated together
💜 We welcomed 12 new women to our community
We look forward to seeing what next week brings!
A HUGE thank you to everyone who doubled their donation to support our work.
Your generosity will help us support more women seeking safety to heal, rebuild their lives and thrive in the UK. 💜
Thank you! 🌟 #WGMF
A HUGE thank you to everyone who doubled their donation to support our work.
Your generosity will help us support more women seeking safety to heal, rebuild their lives and thrive in the UK. 💜
Thank you! 🌟 #WGMF