“Never stop believing in what’s possible.” Inspiring words from Hazem who has just graduated with a degree in Aerospace Engineering from Brunel University. Many congratulations Hazem, we wish you all the best in your career. See hertswelcomes.org.uk/refugee-storie… IMIX 🧡

Jenga, backgammon, card games, chess. The new group for men at the hotel, run by volunteers Sean, Gary, David and Andy, is going from strength to strength, providing some hope and support for these newly arrived asylum seekers who face uncertain times. #refugeeswelcome

Registering new arrivals of men at the drop-in. Like other charities, we are really busy trying to help a large number of new people. They arrive with nothing, many without phones which they need to communicate with the Home Office. So we do what we can to meet their basic needs.

Art club fun! Imagine being stuck in limbo waiting for your asylum claim to be heard. These children’s lives are brightened by the art club run by volunteer Laura. See how creative the children are as they forget their troubles. Find out more at [email protected]

Thank you to our wonderful friends at the Alternatives Crisis Pregnancy Charity for providing these lovely baby baskets for refugee mums who have just had babies ❤️ We are so grateful to Alternatives Crisis Pregnancy Charity for their help. #showwecare

‘Every human being deserves dignity’: asylum seeker in Essex hotel calls for understanding theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/j…

"Meeting you all is the best thing that happened." On #internationaldayoffriendship we are sharing this lovely thank you from a family we became friends with over 2.5 years. They have now moved to another area and we will miss them. #refugeeswelcome IMIX 🧡 Together With Refugees 🧡

"Better to light one candle than to curse the darkness" This is the motto of SARAS, Systemic Action for Refugees and Asylum Seekers, who ran a helpful wellbeing session for our volunteers this week. To volunteer with us contact [email protected] Together With Refugees 🧡

Wonderful feedback from supporter Christine on our latest newsletter hertswelcomes.org.uk/news/spreading… "This is a superb newsletter. Every item showing your thoughtful approach to creating good foundations for those coming into your orbit." To sign up go to hertswelcomes.org.uk/support-us.html

Getting out to play football is such a relief for asylum seekers waiting in uncomfortable accommodation for their claims to be heard. Our volunteer Vicky helped organise an 8 a side match this afternoon, 16 asylum seekers took part and the coaches were very pleased.

with thanks to CIAC ciacadvice.com: hertswelcomes.org.uk/news/some-misc… #refugeeswelcome #safepassage Refugee Council 🧡 Together With Refugees 🧡

Most asylum seekers are desperate to learn English - they realise that this is so important if they want to thrive in the UK and contribute to society. HWR provides many hours of free English lessons every week across Hertfordshire. Thank you to all our volunteers. GoVolHerts

"Thank you all for making a difference in our life." We are delighted at the achievements of a young asylum seeker. Read what his father writes at hertswelcomes.org.uk/feedback-from-… Can you spare an hour a week to help refugees? contact [email protected] GoVolHerts

We join over 200 orgs to call for communities & the country to be brought together for a different way forward – one that's compassionate & united. This must be a turning point. Together With Refugees 🧡 theguardian.com/world/2025/aug… #TogetherWithRefugees

"I’m truly grateful for the laptop HWR and the Rotary Club have provided." This will help a dedicated mother and student further her studies. Read more at hertswelcomes.org.uk/feedback-from-… Together With Refugees 🧡 IMIX 🧡