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howarthm.bsky.social
🚨 #ReformUK relentlessly attacked the #WelshGovernment #NationOfSanctuary programme, 91% of which was spent on resettling in #Wales #Ukrainian refugees from Putin’s invasion of their country. #LlyrPowell, who was #Reform by-election candidate in #Caerphilly, but didn't respond to request 4 comment🚨
December 22, 2025 at 10:58 AM
plaid-cymru-bgcr.bsky.social
The Nation of Sanctuary means children getting the support and guidance they need to recover from what they have witnessed and thrive in their new homes.

#NationOfSanctuary #Immigration #PlaidCymru
Sanctuary for Children
YouTube video by Plaid Cymru Caerffili
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October 10, 2025 at 1:51 PM
david-elsmere.bsky.social
It is more than past time to stand up and be counted

Allyship means more than words it's about doing something

Actively counteract racism, misogyny and hate

Support your local community

Here in Wales let's all work to become a true #NationOfSanctuary
stewarthotston.com Stew Hotston (he/him) @stewarthotston.com · Oct 1
I had the worst lunch. Honestly.

Maybe @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social could cover the rise in the far right, in racist attacks and, you know, the effect on millions of British people instead of platforming them every night

I'd settle for @theguardian.com doing even basic coverage of racism in the UK
Today I sat next to racists planning openly planning to murder people in a cafe
How have we come to a place where racists can openly talk about murdering people in public with no consequence?
stewarthotston.com
October 2, 2025 at 11:14 AM
bartiddu.bsky.social
Not that we want that here anyway
Wales is still a #nationofsanctuary
September 28, 2025 at 11:29 AM
farrellperks.bsky.social
The right call it a £55m waste, but that's a lie.

• 80% supported Ukrainians

• The rest went to schools, health and language classes

Not a drain. Not a waste. Decency.

My latest 👉 farrellperks.substack.com/p/the-55-mil...

#NationofSanctuary #ReformUK #Conservatives #wales #cymru #Politics
The £55 Million Lie
How the Right is Weaponising Welsh Compassion
farrellperks.substack.com
September 26, 2025 at 10:45 PM
david-elsmere.bsky.social
Yes definitely support the amazing team at @welshrefcouncil.bsky.social and all the brilliant work they do supporting refugees

#NationOfSanctuary
August 29, 2025 at 6:38 AM
gillianmcfadyen.bsky.social
On World Refugee Day our project, Pathways to Peace asks, what does peace in Wales mean to you, and explores how we can be be building positive peace within our communities. #RefugeeWeek #CommunityAsASuperPower #NationofSanctuary #Cymru #Wales #Peace #PositivePeace
interpolaber.bsky.social Department of International Politics, Aberystwyth University @interpolaber.bsky.social · Jun 20
Our @gillianmcfadyen.bsky.social and Dr Arddun Arwyn (History Dept) are delighted to share their first digital story as part of the project, A Welsh Pathway to Peace: Digital Storytelling and Forced Migration. #peace #refugeeweek #https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brcuGpm2sC8
Llwybrau at Heddwch Cymreig / A Welsh Pathway to Peace
YouTube video by Prifysgol Aberystwyth
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June 20, 2025 at 10:21 AM
welshrefcouncil.bsky.social
If you loved #NationofSanctuary and want to get want to be part of the next great event, sign up to become a member!

Gain great perks, including NEW members mixers (coming soon!!) and regular insights

Go on, we're a friendly bunch: app.donorfy.com/form/05GRU0O...
Welsh Refugee Council team at a fundraising event in Barry Island.
June 17, 2025 at 4:05 PM
welshrefcouncil.bsky.social
Introducing the inspiring winners of the #NationOfSanctuary 2025 Awards! Grassroots champions, bold advocates - they're doing it all 🧡

Read their stories: wrc.wales/meet-your-20...

#NationOfSanctuary #Wales #RefugeesWelcome #RefugeeWeek
Meet your 2025 Nation of Sanctuary Award winners - Welsh Refugee Council
With over 120 powerful nominations, selecting winners was no small task. But the results speak for themselves. Meet this year’s outstanding award recipients.
wrc.wales
June 17, 2025 at 3:12 PM
laurasocres.bsky.social
My copy of this book arrived in the post last week from @uniwalespress.bsky.social
Thank you @walesmigration.bsky.social for being such a great team to work with.

#NationofSanctuary #Wales #Migration #Intersectionality
Image of a book cover. Title "A welcoming nation? Intersectional approaches to migration and diversity in Wales" edited by Catrin Wyn Edwards, Laura Shobiye and Rhys Dafydd Jones
June 10, 2025 at 7:01 AM
welshrefcouncil.bsky.social
Language matters ⬇️

We will not stand by while policies and rhetoric dehumanises migrants, as we know stoking this division can lead to real harm for our communities.

We're here for a #NationOfSanctuary that welcomes all 🧡 @asylummatters.bsky.social @oasiscdf.bsky.social
nation.cymru NationCymru @nation.cymru · Jun 5
Dozens of Welsh support groups are backing a campaign opposing what it describes as the UK Government's recent ‘anti-migrant politics’ which have made refugees feel ‘unwelcome in Wales’ ✍️Emily Price
Welsh refugee groups back campaign to oppose 'anti-migrant politics' at Westminster
Emily Price Dozens of Welsh support groups are backing a campaign opposing what it describes as the UK Government’s recent “anti-migrant politics” which have made refugees feel “unwelcome in Wales”. M...
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June 6, 2025 at 10:36 AM
welshrefcouncil.bsky.social
🎉 Big changes at Sanctuary Coalition Cymru and we couldn't be more excited 🎉

We’re so happy to welcome our new Chair, Miranda, and Vice Chair, Annie, to the team!

Both bring so much heart, experience, and passion for making Wales a true #NationOfSanctuary 🧡
Sanctuary Coalition Chair Sabiha addressing the audience at the 2024 Sanctuary in the Senedd event. Brand new chair of the Sanctuary Coalition Cymru, Miranda. Brand new vice chair of the Sanctuary Coalition Cymru, Annie.
April 28, 2025 at 2:14 PM
welshrefcouncil.bsky.social
𝗗𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗴𝗲𝗲𝘀?

We're looking for passionate individuals to guide us as we support the rights of refugees and sanctuary seekers 🧡

➡️ wrc.wales/become-a-tru...

#NationOfSanctuary #RefugeeRights #MakeADifference
Become a trustee - Welsh Refugee Council
Join us at the Welsh Refugee Council as a Trustee, helping sanctuary seekers and refugees build new lives in Wales.
wrc.wales
March 14, 2025 at 1:46 PM
welshrefcouncil.bsky.social
Want to make someone's 2025 incredible?

This is your sign to shine a spotlight on the inspiring people and communities working tirelessly to make Wales the world’s first #NationOfSanctuary 🌟

wrc.wales/nation-of-sa...
Nation of Sanctuary Awards - Welsh Refugee Council
Celebrating migrant stories through art, community workshops, and educational events can help Wales become a safe and supportive space for sanctuary seekers today.
wrc.wales
February 24, 2025 at 4:48 PM
drrhiancroke.bsky.social
Thank you @sianp.bsky.social - for your blog - the very essence of this change to the British Citizenship Good Character guidance is contrary to our #nationofsanctuary, #HumanRights & #ChildRights approach we are proud to embrace in Wales👇
February 18, 2025 at 1:42 PM
rcttuc.bsky.social
Official Statement:

#NoHumanIsIllegal #TradeUnion #Solidarity #Immigration #Reform #Labour #Conservatives #Wales #NationOfSanctuary #Refugee
Official Statement: Rhondda Cynon Taff Trades Union Council expresses its deep disappointment with the recent focus by some politicians on demonising immigrants and asylum seekers, and boasting about deportation. We believe this rhetoric is divisive and harmful, and it does not reflect the values of our community. We are also concerned about the wording used in these latest advertising campaigns. People fleeing their homes to escape war, famine, and persecution are not “illegal”, as asylum is a legal right in Wales and the rest of the UK. Wales is a Nation of Sanctuary, and has a proud tradition of offering safety and community to those fleeing persecution. We are committed to upholding that principle. We reject the narrative being pushed by groups like Reform, which seeks to scapegoat immigrants for the problems facing our society. These problems are caused by political choices, austerity measures, and a lack of investment in our public services, not by the presence of immigrants. Immigrants contribute greatly to our economy and our communities. They are our neighbours, our colleagues, and our friends. Solidarity is about standing together, not standing against each other, and we will continue to fight for a society where everyone is treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their background or place of birth. We urge our politicians to reject the politics of division and hate, and to focus instead on building a fairer and more inclusive society for all. In solidarity, Rhondda Cynon Taff Trades Union Council
February 12, 2025 at 7:09 PM
oasiscdf.bsky.social
Yesterday, a statement was made in the @senedd.wales restating support for the #NationofSanctuary vision.

We welcome the restated commitment, but need more concrete action to support the words.

👉Read our full statement here: www.oasiscardiff.org/News/our-res...
@susietsegay.bsky.social
February 12, 2025 at 10:43 AM
nbphillips1872.bsky.social
Hey @willhaycardiff.bsky.social - I shouted out your excellent work exposing Reform's lack of interest in Wales in my new piece for @nation.cymru. If you ever wanted to cover #nationofsanctuary on the podcast I'd be happy to help.

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Embracing the Nation of Sanctuary to defeat Reform
Nathan Phillips Asylum Matters With the turn of the new year, many eyes in Cardiff Bay are already looking towards the Senedd elections in 2026. Whilst a week is a long time in politics, a year really...
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January 24, 2025 at 10:07 AM
nbphillips1872.bsky.social
I argue that the way to defeat @reformuk.bsky.social in Wales is not by imitating them but tackling them head-on by embracing the #nationofsanctuary vision in @nation.cymru ✍️

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Embracing the Nation of Sanctuary to defeat Reform
Nathan Phillips Asylum Matters With the turn of the new year, many eyes in Cardiff Bay are already looking towards the Senedd elections in 2026. Whilst a week is a long time in politics, a year really...
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January 23, 2025 at 9:22 AM
oasiscdf.bsky.social
Our Oasis 2024 Wrapped!

✨ 31,300 warm meals served
💛 3423 casework appointments
🌍 355 volunteers
💙 8 Mind-Spring courses delivered

Every act of kindness and moment of solidarity made this possible. Here's to an even better 2025!
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#refugeeswelcome #NationofSanctuary
January 9, 2025 at 10:14 AM
swanseacos.bsky.social
Last week our volunteers had a fruitful meeting with Lloyd from the Swansea City AFC Foundation to discuss closer co-operation & to look at the potential for the club to start the process of become a Football Club of Sanctuary!

#NationOfSanctuary

Blog: swansea.cityofsanctuary.org/2024/12/05/e...
Exploring New Goals: Meeting with Swansea City AFC Foundation
Building a culture of hospitality for people seeking sanctuary
swansea.cityofsanctuary.org
December 5, 2024 at 11:09 AM
susietsegay.bsky.social
Hearing from @janehutt.bsky.social at Santuary in the Senedd

The event will highlight the work that needs to be done to become a #NationofSanctuary
November 28, 2024 at 11:17 AM
gillianmcfadyen.bsky.social
Lovely visit to the #UNHCR and #Senedd launch of a Great British (Welsh!) Welcome at the Pierhead Building today. Exhibit celebrates #refugee support and intergration at the community level #nationofsanctuary
November 13, 2024 at 5:19 PM