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Refugees and asylum seekers

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Naomi Phillips, director of policy and advocacy at the British Red Cross.

This is not just a humanitarian challenge, but a public health one

By Naomi Phillips, Director of policy and advocacy

Article
3 minutes
Refugee Week: Combating loneliness online

Isolated but not alone: how technology is helping young refugees combat loneliness

Our refugee support programmes moved online to help keep young people connected

Article
3 minutes
Refugee services in Hackney

Keeping our refugee services open through lockdown

Hard-working staff and volunteers worked their magic to keep things moving

Story
4 minutes
Rokaya in Wrexham

Using her skills to keep her new community safe: Rokaya’s story

Rokaya is helping in the fight against coronavirus by using her sewing skills to keep her community healthy

Article
2 minutes
A father and son are reunited at London Kings Cross station

“Soon, families and children will have far fewer options to join their loved ones in safety”

Why the UK Government should amend its legislation to better mirror the rights under the Dublin System

Article
2 minutes
Young Refugee Project by the Red Cross & Compass Collective at the Globe theatre Rehearsal space.

Finding hope onstage at the Globe

These young asylum seekers and refugees came to Britain alone – then performed their stories on stage

Story
5 minutes
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Meet the refugees who want change

They’ve seen it all. Now they’re challenging policies and stereotypes

Story
3 minutes
Restoring Family Links

"No mother will simply accept that she might not see her child ever again”

Volunteer Mohamad on the experience of the thousands of Syrians who have been separated from their families

Article
2 minutes
Finnish Red Cross

“Our values of compassion, fairness, and tolerance must define us most in times of crisis”

Our CEO Mike Adamson appeals to governments worldwide to collaborate on solutions that protect people and not just borders

Article
3 minutes
Mike Adamson

"We will continue to speak up for refugees' rights"

Our CEO on why now is a crucial time to support those fleeing conflict and persecution

Article
2 minutes
IImage courtesy Imperial War Museum

Refugees: Forced to Flee opens at the Imperial War Museum

The exhibition highlights the stories of people forced to flee their homes

Article
3 minutes
Red-Cross-volunteer

"Attempting to cross the Channel is just one more terrifying step on a journey"

Why we must find solutions to provide the best humanitarian response for refugees

Article
2 minutes

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