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It’s encouraging to see that the Home Office will be trialling a 56-day move-on period for newly granted refugees. This extends the time they have to secure stable housing once notified of their eviction from asylum seeker accommodation. If successful, this could significantly reduce the number of people pushed into homelessness during the harshest months of the year. However, it’s essential to acknowledge that finding suitable accommodation in this climate is complicated and can take much longer than expected. We must continue pushing for comprehensive support and guidance throughout the 56-day period to ensure people’s safe transition to the next step of their journeys. #HousingForAll #NoOneLeftBehind #RefugeeRights #LongTermSolutions #HousingJustice

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Glasgow Riverside Innovation District (GRID) should be an inclusive space where people from all backgrounds have the opportunity to thrive. That’s why the University of Glasgow and GRID are delighted to support the work of Central and West Integration Network to the tune of £4,475. The network supports asylum seekers, refugees, migrant workers, and Black and minority ethnic communities in Glasgow’s central and west areas. It works to support integration through a range of services, including ESOL classes, cultural activities, and community meals – with over 50 members joining the weekly community meal prepared by talented refugee chefs. If you want to find out more about the GRID Civic Grant Fund and who we have helped so far, see here: https://lnkd.in/ewpRD9NS #gridcivicfund #Innovation #InnovationDistricts #InclusiveInnovation

Interesting data from The Brookings Institution. Immigration was responsible for 100% of Ohio's population gain over the last year. With <4% unemployment, Greater Cleveland's growth challenge is now talent of all types and skill levels. We must continue to "welcome the world to strengthen our region" (Global Cleveland's mission) Greater Cleveland Partnership, Cuyahoga County, City of Cleveland - City Hall, Cleveland Foundation, Jewish Federation of Cleveland, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland, Asian Services in Action (ASIA), The Refugee Response, U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI), State of Ohio Read Brookings Metro Brief: https://lnkd.in/gpHUrxHs

📢 Just one month left to complete the EqualHouse Survey on #Homelessness among Asylum Seekers & Refugees! EqualHouse is a four-year Horizon funded project, analysing the scale, character and dynamics of housing inequality comprehensively across European countries and identifying its new, emerging, acute and intersectional forms 🏠 As part of this project, we would like to get your feedback on whether (and if yes, to what extent) homelessness among asylum seekers and/or refugees is a big challenge in your country. Please provide as much information as you have time for! We are still looking for insights from a range of EU countries including 👇 Austria 🔴 ⚪ 🔴 Sweden 🔵🟡🔵 Germany ⚫🔴🟡 The Netherlands 🔵⚪🔴 Lithuania 🟡🟢🔴 If you have any questions, please contact Project Officer Dora Welker at dora.welker@feantsa.org. Deadline is the 13th of December! The survey can be accessed here 🔗 https://bit.ly/3BTKv8i

Refugees and immigrants across the U.S. are playing a vital role in reviving local economies and significantly contributing to tax revenue. In Pennsylvania alone, the immigrant community generated over $1.7 billion in revenue and increased spending power by $24 billion in 2019. With Pennsylvania becoming one of the states with a rapidly growing refugee population, it's clear that more needs to be done to support these communities. Despite this growth, PA still lacks an Office of New Americans. Yesterday, I had the honor of representing Refugee Civic Action alongside many fellow refugee leaders at an advocacy event organized by Church World Service in the PA Capitol. We lobbied for bipartisan support of HB 1630, which would establish an office dedicated to addressing the unique needs of refugees and new Americans. This is a crucial step toward ensuring more effective support and resources for these communities. #ImmigrantImpact #RefugeesWelcome #EconomicImpact #DiversityAndInclusion #ImmigrationReform

Warwickshire County Council's Migrant Communities Grant Fund 2024/25 has launched with the closing date of Sunday 17 November 2024 at 5pm. The Fund is aimed at community and voluntary sector organisations which support asylum seeker, refugee, and migrant communities. The fund pot of £30,000 is to support small-scale projects across Warwickshire that support the following outcome: People fleeing conflict and persecution can rebuild their lives in Warwickshire, fulfil their aspirations and contribute to the social, economic and cultural life of the communities they live in. All projects should be delivered in Warwickshire and focus on the following priorities: - Improve access to services - Reduce loneliness and isolation - Improve physical and/or mental health and wellbeing - Promote equalities and inclusivity https://lnkd.in/ejpsmfjw

Starting anew in a different country can be daunting, especially when it comes to finding safe and stable housing. Our latest blog post highlights essential community programs and resources tailored to support newcomers in securing affordable housing while building a brighter future. #WaterlooRegion #HousingServices

#Buffalo is home to vibrant immigrant and refugee communities, each contributing so much to our city. To help ease the transition for new arrivals, I’ve created a practical guide with information on housing, transportation, healthcare, and more—all tailored to life in Buffalo, NY. If you know someone who might benefit from this resource, feel free to share it with them. You can learn more and download the guide from my blog here: https://lnkd.in/dKQYkzwP

#MedEx would provide TennCare healthcare coverage, including family planning services, to thousands of low-income individuals of childbearing age, predominantly assisting citizens but also making some immigrant and refugee community members eligible. Learn more about immigrant and refugee access to Family Planning Services in our latest blog co-authored by Nick Rummell and Vanessa Zapata. 🔗 Read the full blog at https://lnkd.in/eJWDBjUi