Leeds Refugee Forum
@leedsrefugeeforum.bsky.social
Empowering Refugees and Migrant Communities in Leeds, UK
leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk
leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk
✏️ Volunteer at out Homework Club, assisting children Years 1 - 6 with English
and Maths. No teaching experience is required - just basic Maths and English skills! 📕
🗓️ Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
To sign up visit leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk/volunteer-at-leeds-refugee-forum
and Maths. No teaching experience is required - just basic Maths and English skills! 📕
🗓️ Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
To sign up visit leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk/volunteer-at-leeds-refugee-forum
October 23, 2025 at 12:03 PM
✏️ Volunteer at out Homework Club, assisting children Years 1 - 6 with English
and Maths. No teaching experience is required - just basic Maths and English skills! 📕
🗓️ Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
To sign up visit leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk/volunteer-at-leeds-refugee-forum
and Maths. No teaching experience is required - just basic Maths and English skills! 📕
🗓️ Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
To sign up visit leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk/volunteer-at-leeds-refugee-forum
📹 We're looking for volunteer video editors to help us create a short video about what we do! 💻
We already have all the footage, we just need your skills to put it all together. Experience with Adobe useful but not necessary.
Email [email protected] for more information.
We already have all the footage, we just need your skills to put it all together. Experience with Adobe useful but not necessary.
Email [email protected] for more information.
October 22, 2025 at 11:30 AM
📹 We're looking for volunteer video editors to help us create a short video about what we do! 💻
We already have all the footage, we just need your skills to put it all together. Experience with Adobe useful but not necessary.
Email [email protected] for more information.
We already have all the footage, we just need your skills to put it all together. Experience with Adobe useful but not necessary.
Email [email protected] for more information.
Our friends PAFRAS are hiring:
Salary: FTE £30,786 (£24, 628.80)
Hours: 28 per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 9am on 17th November
pafras.org.uk for the application pack!
Salary: FTE £30,786 (£24, 628.80)
Hours: 28 per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 9am on 17th November
pafras.org.uk for the application pack!
October 21, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Our friends PAFRAS are hiring:
Salary: FTE £30,786 (£24, 628.80)
Hours: 28 per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 9am on 17th November
pafras.org.uk for the application pack!
Salary: FTE £30,786 (£24, 628.80)
Hours: 28 per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 9am on 17th November
pafras.org.uk for the application pack!
We want to remind everyone that LRF is a dedicated Reporting Centre for hate crimes.
If you or someone you know has experienced a hate crime/ incident, you have our support to report it.
If you do not want to give your details, we can report anonymously.
Remember, we are here for you ❤️
If you or someone you know has experienced a hate crime/ incident, you have our support to report it.
If you do not want to give your details, we can report anonymously.
Remember, we are here for you ❤️
October 14, 2025 at 8:03 AM
We want to remind everyone that LRF is a dedicated Reporting Centre for hate crimes.
If you or someone you know has experienced a hate crime/ incident, you have our support to report it.
If you do not want to give your details, we can report anonymously.
Remember, we are here for you ❤️
If you or someone you know has experienced a hate crime/ incident, you have our support to report it.
If you do not want to give your details, we can report anonymously.
Remember, we are here for you ❤️
One of our amazing ESOL teachers has organised this exhibition, ft. photos taken by our Asylum Seeker community 📷
🎉Opening party 🎉
Weds 15th October
3pm - 7pm
The Warehouse In Holbeck, Crosby Street, Leeds LS119RQ
Also open:
Thurs 16th Oct, 10am-5pm
Fri 17th Oct, 10am-5pm
www.marke.photography
🎉Opening party 🎉
Weds 15th October
3pm - 7pm
The Warehouse In Holbeck, Crosby Street, Leeds LS119RQ
Also open:
Thurs 16th Oct, 10am-5pm
Fri 17th Oct, 10am-5pm
www.marke.photography
October 13, 2025 at 2:58 PM
One of our amazing ESOL teachers has organised this exhibition, ft. photos taken by our Asylum Seeker community 📷
🎉Opening party 🎉
Weds 15th October
3pm - 7pm
The Warehouse In Holbeck, Crosby Street, Leeds LS119RQ
Also open:
Thurs 16th Oct, 10am-5pm
Fri 17th Oct, 10am-5pm
www.marke.photography
🎉Opening party 🎉
Weds 15th October
3pm - 7pm
The Warehouse In Holbeck, Crosby Street, Leeds LS119RQ
Also open:
Thurs 16th Oct, 10am-5pm
Fri 17th Oct, 10am-5pm
www.marke.photography
From Thursday 6th November: A free 6 week art project at the University of Leeds
For any refugee + asylum seeker men who want to make art - no experience needed!
🚌 Free bus pass available
☕️ Free refreshments
For more info contact Khair on 0113 244 9600 / [email protected]
For any refugee + asylum seeker men who want to make art - no experience needed!
🚌 Free bus pass available
☕️ Free refreshments
For more info contact Khair on 0113 244 9600 / [email protected]
October 13, 2025 at 2:52 PM
From Thursday 6th November: A free 6 week art project at the University of Leeds
For any refugee + asylum seeker men who want to make art - no experience needed!
🚌 Free bus pass available
☕️ Free refreshments
For more info contact Khair on 0113 244 9600 / [email protected]
For any refugee + asylum seeker men who want to make art - no experience needed!
🚌 Free bus pass available
☕️ Free refreshments
For more info contact Khair on 0113 244 9600 / [email protected]
Thanks to all of our wonderful staff and trustees for attending our away day! ☀️
October 6, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Thanks to all of our wonderful staff and trustees for attending our away day! ☀️
🍁 Welcome back to our Ukrainian group ❤️
This week we enjoyed painting by numbers, along with some delicious cake 🍰 🎨
This week we enjoyed painting by numbers, along with some delicious cake 🍰 🎨
September 23, 2025 at 3:46 PM
🍁 Welcome back to our Ukrainian group ❤️
This week we enjoyed painting by numbers, along with some delicious cake 🍰 🎨
This week we enjoyed painting by numbers, along with some delicious cake 🍰 🎨
🌱 If you’re passionate about gardening, or a complete newbie who wants to learn, join our new Wellbeing Gardening Group! Everyone is welcome, as long as they are 18+ 🪴
There are limited spaces for this group, so please sign up by emailing [email protected]
There are limited spaces for this group, so please sign up by emailing [email protected]
September 16, 2025 at 1:03 PM
🌱 If you’re passionate about gardening, or a complete newbie who wants to learn, join our new Wellbeing Gardening Group! Everyone is welcome, as long as they are 18+ 🪴
There are limited spaces for this group, so please sign up by emailing [email protected]
There are limited spaces for this group, so please sign up by emailing [email protected]
The September to December 2025 Timetable - For more information on individual classes and services, including how to sign up, please visit our website or call 0113 244 9600
https://leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk/activity-timetable/
https://leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk/activity-timetable/
September 15, 2025 at 3:49 PM
The September to December 2025 Timetable - For more information on individual classes and services, including how to sign up, please visit our website or call 0113 244 9600
https://leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk/activity-timetable/
https://leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk/activity-timetable/
The September to December 2025 Timetable - For more information on individual classes and services, including how to sign up, please visit our website or call 0113 244 9600
leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk
leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk
September 15, 2025 at 2:17 PM
The September to December 2025 Timetable - For more information on individual classes and services, including how to sign up, please visit our website or call 0113 244 9600
leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk
leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk
Autumn has arrived! We're excited to start this new term with a jam-packed timetable, offering everything from advocacy to wellbeing. Our team is here as always to assist refugees and asylum seekers in Leeds with learning English, looking after their mental health, and being a part of a community ❤️🏡
September 15, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Autumn has arrived! We're excited to start this new term with a jam-packed timetable, offering everything from advocacy to wellbeing. Our team is here as always to assist refugees and asylum seekers in Leeds with learning English, looking after their mental health, and being a part of a community ❤️🏡
Arab Bazaar Leeds
Family Event
Saturday 20/09/25 2pm - 7pm
Trinity Community Hall, Memorial Dr, LS6 4LF
Join us for a vibrant cultural bazaar celebrating Arab heritage and community spirit! Open to collaborate with organisations supporting meaningful causes
07436481992 / [email protected]
Family Event
Saturday 20/09/25 2pm - 7pm
Trinity Community Hall, Memorial Dr, LS6 4LF
Join us for a vibrant cultural bazaar celebrating Arab heritage and community spirit! Open to collaborate with organisations supporting meaningful causes
07436481992 / [email protected]
September 11, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Arab Bazaar Leeds
Family Event
Saturday 20/09/25 2pm - 7pm
Trinity Community Hall, Memorial Dr, LS6 4LF
Join us for a vibrant cultural bazaar celebrating Arab heritage and community spirit! Open to collaborate with organisations supporting meaningful causes
07436481992 / [email protected]
Family Event
Saturday 20/09/25 2pm - 7pm
Trinity Community Hall, Memorial Dr, LS6 4LF
Join us for a vibrant cultural bazaar celebrating Arab heritage and community spirit! Open to collaborate with organisations supporting meaningful causes
07436481992 / [email protected]
🧑🎓 VOLUNTEER AS AN ENGLISH TEACHER 🧑🏫
LRF is looking for ESOL volunteer teachers to support people learning English as a Once a week (1.5-hour class + some preparation time)
Where: Leeds Refugee Forum
LRF is looking for ESOL volunteer teachers to support people learning English as a Once a week (1.5-hour class + some preparation time)
Where: Leeds Refugee Forum
August 13, 2025 at 9:30 AM
🧑🎓 VOLUNTEER AS AN ENGLISH TEACHER 🧑🏫
LRF is looking for ESOL volunteer teachers to support people learning English as a Once a week (1.5-hour class + some preparation time)
Where: Leeds Refugee Forum
LRF is looking for ESOL volunteer teachers to support people learning English as a Once a week (1.5-hour class + some preparation time)
Where: Leeds Refugee Forum
Calling all youths! Do you want to learn about what opportunities are available for your future? Are you wondering about the world of work, or further education?Come to our event in partnership with Eritrean Cultural Centre, on Thursday 14/08, 1:00pm, Leeds Refugee Forum to learn whats available.
August 13, 2025 at 7:02 AM
Calling all youths! Do you want to learn about what opportunities are available for your future? Are you wondering about the world of work, or further education?Come to our event in partnership with Eritrean Cultural Centre, on Thursday 14/08, 1:00pm, Leeds Refugee Forum to learn whats available.
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It's a great way to find out about what we're up to.
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Follow this link to receive email updates: http://eepurl.com/hsup9H
July 18, 2025 at 1:30 PM
✉️ Psst... are you subscribed to our newsletter? 🤔
It's a great way to find out about what we're up to.
Follow this link to receive email updates: http://eepurl.com/hsup9H
It's a great way to find out about what we're up to.
Follow this link to receive email updates: http://eepurl.com/hsup9H
☀️ Come along to East End Park this Saturday for a family fun day, full of food, stalls, craft and more ☀️
🎟️ Free entry!
🗓️ Saturday 19th July
⏰ 12pm - 4pm
🎟️ Free entry!
🗓️ Saturday 19th July
⏰ 12pm - 4pm
July 17, 2025 at 4:04 PM
☀️ Come along to East End Park this Saturday for a family fun day, full of food, stalls, craft and more ☀️
🎟️ Free entry!
🗓️ Saturday 19th July
⏰ 12pm - 4pm
🎟️ Free entry!
🗓️ Saturday 19th July
⏰ 12pm - 4pm
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#Refugee World Cup is well under way in #Leeds,... & @leedsrefugeeforum.bsky.social getting geared up for the food rush.
June 21, 2025 at 1:12 PM
#Refugee World Cup is well under way in #Leeds,... & @leedsrefugeeforum.bsky.social getting geared up for the food rush.
July 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM
This Refugee Week, we once again saw the power of community and connection.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us! Our staff, volunteers, partner organisations, and most importantly, the people at the heart of our mission.
#RefugeeWeek2025
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us! Our staff, volunteers, partner organisations, and most importantly, the people at the heart of our mission.
#RefugeeWeek2025
July 8, 2025 at 3:03 PM
This Refugee Week, we once again saw the power of community and connection.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us! Our staff, volunteers, partner organisations, and most importantly, the people at the heart of our mission.
#RefugeeWeek2025
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us! Our staff, volunteers, partner organisations, and most importantly, the people at the heart of our mission.
#RefugeeWeek2025
Between the past & the unknown future, between loss & hope, lies the refugee experience - a space of transition, memory & resilience. Between Two Worlds invites artists to reflect on this space through personal, political or poetic lenses
Friday 20th June
From 9am
RETAS, 233-237 Roundhay Rd, LS84HS
Friday 20th June
From 9am
RETAS, 233-237 Roundhay Rd, LS84HS
June 18, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Between the past & the unknown future, between loss & hope, lies the refugee experience - a space of transition, memory & resilience. Between Two Worlds invites artists to reflect on this space through personal, political or poetic lenses
Friday 20th June
From 9am
RETAS, 233-237 Roundhay Rd, LS84HS
Friday 20th June
From 9am
RETAS, 233-237 Roundhay Rd, LS84HS
Join LASSN for a night of films showcasing perspectives on life as a refugee/asylum seeker from around the world.
Thursday 19th June
6:00pm
Archive, Kirkstall Road, LS3 1HD
www.eventbrite.com/e/lassn-refugee-week-short-film-festival-tickets-1381952780969
contact [email protected] for ticket help
Thursday 19th June
6:00pm
Archive, Kirkstall Road, LS3 1HD
www.eventbrite.com/e/lassn-refugee-week-short-film-festival-tickets-1381952780969
contact [email protected] for ticket help
June 17, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Join LASSN for a night of films showcasing perspectives on life as a refugee/asylum seeker from around the world.
Thursday 19th June
6:00pm
Archive, Kirkstall Road, LS3 1HD
www.eventbrite.com/e/lassn-refugee-week-short-film-festival-tickets-1381952780969
contact [email protected] for ticket help
Thursday 19th June
6:00pm
Archive, Kirkstall Road, LS3 1HD
www.eventbrite.com/e/lassn-refugee-week-short-film-festival-tickets-1381952780969
contact [email protected] for ticket help
A great start to Refugee Week! We hope everyone enjoyed Burmantofts Community Festival as much as we did - it was a fantastic day of sharing culture and celebrating community ☀️ 🎉
June 17, 2025 at 1:22 PM
A great start to Refugee Week! We hope everyone enjoyed Burmantofts Community Festival as much as we did - it was a fantastic day of sharing culture and celebrating community ☀️ 🎉
@retasleeds.bsky.social are screening a very special film - ‘Life is Beautiful: A Letter to Gaza’, for our community with an art workshop beforehand to express ourselves. Free to all.
Thursday 19th June
6:00 pm
St Luke’s Church, Malvern Rd, LS11 8PD
More info: [email protected] / 07523911196
Thursday 19th June
6:00 pm
St Luke’s Church, Malvern Rd, LS11 8PD
More info: [email protected] / 07523911196
June 17, 2025 at 12:30 PM
@retasleeds.bsky.social are screening a very special film - ‘Life is Beautiful: A Letter to Gaza’, for our community with an art workshop beforehand to express ourselves. Free to all.
Thursday 19th June
6:00 pm
St Luke’s Church, Malvern Rd, LS11 8PD
More info: [email protected] / 07523911196
Thursday 19th June
6:00 pm
St Luke’s Church, Malvern Rd, LS11 8PD
More info: [email protected] / 07523911196
A safe & inclusive space for individuals from diverse backgrounds to discuss mental health. Refreshments provided & travel expenses reimbursed.
Thursday 19th June
10am-12:30pm
One Community Centre, Cromwell Street, LS9 7SG
More info: 01132449600 / [email protected]
Thursday 19th June
10am-12:30pm
One Community Centre, Cromwell Street, LS9 7SG
More info: 01132449600 / [email protected]
June 17, 2025 at 9:03 AM
A safe & inclusive space for individuals from diverse backgrounds to discuss mental health. Refreshments provided & travel expenses reimbursed.
Thursday 19th June
10am-12:30pm
One Community Centre, Cromwell Street, LS9 7SG
More info: 01132449600 / [email protected]
Thursday 19th June
10am-12:30pm
One Community Centre, Cromwell Street, LS9 7SG
More info: 01132449600 / [email protected]