How we support refugees
Find out how we work to improve the lives of refugees.
The British Red Cross is the UK’s largest independent provider of services for refugees, asylum seekers, vulnerable migrants and survivors of trafficking.
Drawing on our frontline experience, we advocate for a fairer, more effective and compassionate asylum system, ensuring the voices and experiences of people seeking safety in the UK are heard.
Our research on refugees and people seeking asylum provides evidence and recommendations to improve policy and practice.
On this page, you can learn about our advocacy and research, explore our publications, and find information about refugees in the UK.
If you're a refugee looking for help, please see our help for refugees for information how you can access our services.
Find out more about refugees
What do the terms refugee, asylum seeker and migrant mean? They all have different definitions and people may be living as migrants, asylum seekers or refugees at different stages in their lives.
Our research on refugees and people seeking asylum
Improving the asylum system
Refugees and asylum seekers deserve an asylum system that treats people with respect and dignity.
Improving family reunion in the UK
We speak up to improve family reunion in the UK. This safe and legal process has the potential to save lives.
Help us provide support for refugees
The British Red Cross is the biggest non-government provider of refugee services in the UK. A regular gift means we will be there through their whole journey to a settled life here.
Donate monthlyHow can I help refugees and people seeking asylum?
From volunteering to using our teaching resources with your class or family, there are many ways you can stand with refugees and asylum seekers in the UK.
Miles for Refugees
You can make every mile count. Walk, run, swim or cycle to raise funds and give hope to people forced to leave their homes.
Refugees and migration teaching resources
Help young people challenge assumptions about migrants, asylum seekers and refugees, and to develop mutual respect, empathy and understanding.
Products that support refugees
Visit our online shop for unique products both designed by and that support our work with refugees.
Volunteer to support refugees
We need people with skills in casework, interpreting, administration and other areas. But anything you can offer may be able to help.