Scottish Refugee Council

This National Poetry Day, we’re celebrating the healing power of the written word. Sawsan Al-Areeque is a poet and filmmaker from Yemen supported by our Cross Borders arts programme. Her latest collection of poetry, Genetically Modified Feelings, is a deeply personal exploration of life and death, relationships, fear and uncertainty. She explains: “Only writing was healing my soul, and it has never abandoned me, even on dark nights… I relied on it to create a parallel life, which made me overcome all problems, challenges, and barriers that stood or will stand in my way.” Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eF7WSFHn

I’s here! Black History Month kicks off today with a fantastic programme of events taking place across Scotland. #BHM24 Check out the full programme here: https://lnkd.in/dg8GS-BS

📚Due to an internal promotion, an exciting opportunity has opened up at our Glasgow office! We're looking for an Administrator to join our team, providing key administrative and reception support. If you're highly organised, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are ready for a varied role, we want to hear from you! 🔗 Find out more and apply: https://ow.ly/zp9F50TwqKP

Our team had a great night at the Scottish Fundraising Awards on Tuesday night, and were honoured to be shortlisted for the 'Best Use of Event or Community Fundraising Initiative' for our #fundraising gig in the Glasgow Barrowland in partnership with Love Glasgow Hate Racism. It was such an inspiring night being in the room alongside so many brilliant charities 🧡 #ScotConf24

Delighted to welcome 16 talented activists and entrepreneurs to the launch of our fourth New Scots Leadership Programme in partnership with Social Enterprise Academy Scotland. Over the next 6 months they will build on their existing leadership skills and develop new tools and techniques to help themselves and their communities thrive.

If you have leave to remain in the UK, you currently receive a physical Biometric Residence Permit (BRP). On January 1st, digital eVisas are replacing these cards and the physical BRP card will expire. They will not affect your immigration status, but you can use an eVisa to prove your leave to remain. The Scottish Refugee Council has set up a page to support with the eVisa application process and any questions you may have. https://lnkd.in/e9TZSZFJ

Are you working with refugees or people seeking asylum? 🤝 Enhance your professional knowledge with our most popular course, "Introduction to Refugees: Asylum and Resettlement." This essential online course provides valuable insights into the challenges refugees face and the complexities of the asylum process. Don't miss out—join us online on Thursday, 17 October. Find out more and book today! ➡️https://ow.ly/xA4s50TsZ7A

This #PeaceDay we’re thinking of everyone forced to live in the shadow of conflict, violence and persecution We all have the right to feel safe and live without fear.

Want to make a real difference for refugees in Scotland? We're hiring a Fundraising Officer! 🫶 Join our team & help grow our Individual & Community Giving Programmes, engaging donors to support our crucial work. 📅 Hurry! Applications close this Monday! ➡️ Find out more and apply: https://ow.ly/frE850TjTZx

Fleeing your home and seeking safety in a new and unfamiliar country can be incredibly tough. Our friends at Mental Health Foundation have developed a range of resources in different languages to support refugees and people seeking asylum with their mental health. Find out more: https://ow.ly/BIsM50Tmeau