Stand with us this Refugee Day
🤝 This World Refugee Day, we’re celebrating the volunteers, donors and supporters who make Asylum Welcome a place of safety and solidarity. From helping children settle into school, to supporting new refugees through daunting paperwork, to offering a listening ear at our Welcome Desk — meet some of the people turning sanctuary into reality in Oxfordshire. [campaign id=72cd600262]
Oxford Refugee Week 2025
🧡 Refugee Week returns from 16th–22nd June, celebrating the creativity, resilience and contributions of refugees and people seeking sanctuary. This year’s theme is "community as a superpower" — and there’s a packed programme of free events, including the Oxford Sanctuary Fair on Tuesday 17th June at Oxford Town Hall. Read on for the highlights. [campaign id=0eb98d5bd3]
A Legacy of Welcome
👋 As he retires after five years as Director, Mark Goldring reflects on Asylum Welcome’s journey — from keeping services open during Covid to supporting Afghans, Ukrainians, and the 500+ asylum seekers currently in Oxfordshire. He shares why he’s chosen to leave a legacy gift in his Will and invites others to consider doing the same to help secure
Neighbours, Not Strangers
What the New White Paper Gets Wrong This week, the UK government published a new White Paper on immigration. It promises a “radical crackdown” on migration — with new rules to make it harder for people to come to the UK on work, student, or family visas, and more difficult to settle long term. The Prime Minister warned
Meet Hira
🎨 Meet Hira, an asylum seeker in a Banbury hotel who turned her passion for art into a lifeline for others. Discover how a small grant from Asylum Welcome sparked connection, healing, and hope — and why your support is vital as demand for our services grows. [campaign id=c347caf5c8]
Between despair and hope
🌱 This spring, we're asking for your help to support refugees and asylum seekers, particularly those in asylum hotels facing significant challenges. Your donation can help provide essential services, legal advice, and emotional support, transforming lives from despair to hope. 🌷
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