Derby City of Sanctuary

An interesting new show has started on Channel 4, challenging those who may understand asylum rights to live in the shoes of someone seeking sanctuary. Find out more: channel4.com/programmes/go-…

Here are a few ways you can support refugees this #newyear and make it a resolution to continue being a City of Sanctuary to many forcibly displaced individuals.

Rebuilding the homes so many individuals and families have lost is huge step for the civilians of Syria. Everyone deserves a home where they can feel feel safe, warm and sheltered. Read about Abdel Hamid Al-Hashimi's story here: unhcr.org/uk/news/storie…

Tonight! 🎶🌎

This mosque in Liverpool is an inspiration. We have far more in common than that which divides us. Community solidarity, always.

No hate, no fear: refugees are welcome here 🧡

Regarding recent events that have unfolded in the UK, we want to ensure that our community has access to the correct information. Please read this article by the Financial Times about the recent riots and how they started: ft.com/content/10e535…

Amidst terrible news this week, we are thrilled at the fresh hope that the government's Afghan resettlement scheme will be opened for family reunions. Here's the story of Muhammad, who was separated from his family after they fled the Taliban in 2021. 👇 bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

This is what real community looks like. In the wake of appalling violence, hateful thugs used a community's grief to push racism & division. But this is how the real Southport have responded. Compassion triumphs over hatred. These acts reflect the true spirit of our nation.

Still landing back down to earth after an amazing #StoryChef evening at @derbytheatre @igcmidlands #DepartureLounge24 What a night, we laughed, we cried, we danced & left feeling more human and a lot more full of hope. 👏Bravo Story Chefs and 🙏 to @TNLComFund for supporting🧡

Got a new MP? We need to make it loud and clear: refugees are welcome here. New MPs are finding their areas of focus - it's up to us to convince them refugee rights should be one of them. Welcome them to the job with our template letters & top tips🤝 cityofsanctuary.org/2024/06/25/how…

And get yourselves to the #DepartureLounge24 sanctuary scratch tomorrow too! Some wonderfully talented musician friends with roots from around the world will be part of this ❤️ @igcmidlands @derbytheatre

A co-created project by the amazing @maisonfoo and friends seeking sanctuary!

Story Chefs Friday 12th July 7.30pm Departure lounge @ @derbytheatre Come along to a pop up story kitchen, bursting with tales and flavours from around the world... 🌍 Find out more and book here: derbytheatre.co.uk/event/story-ch…

Hi @Keir_Starmer 👋 The first day of a new job is always daunting - we've sorted out your to-do list.

What an unbelievable week it has been! An incredible number of us around the world have come together over the last week to collectively reflect on what home means to us & celebrate our home. 🌍 The ripples of our care, solidarity and simple acts will continue beyond this week. ✨   As the festival draws to a close, let’s galvanise all the energy, connections and intention we have generated and continue to practice our solidarity and make our home a more welcoming, safe and sustainable place for all. What’s next? 1.⁠ ⁠Refugee Week continues! 🎉 This week Refugee Week will be at @glastonbury and we know a few Refugee Week events have been scheduled for July. Tag us and we will continue to share! 2.⁠ ⁠Join the Movement! 🧡 Visit our Simple Acts page to see all the organisations & campaigns you can take part in, and support the national partners behind Refugee Week. 3.⁠ ⁠Reflections! ✍️ We’d love to hear all your thoughts & reflections on this year’s Refugee Week to help us put together this years evaluation: forms.gle/B8vAhgX6TRigGR…! Finally, please stay in touch & sign up to the Refugee Week newsletter – you’ll be part of the Refugee Week community year round, and we’ll share call outs, opportunities & updates from RW and wider network 😊

We loved celebrating amazing creativity, culture and conversation together at Hello Derby: A Festival of Welcome at the weekend! #RefugeeWeek A highlight for us was listening to some fantastic musicians... 🎶

This morning, join us at 10:45am online or in person at @DerbyCathedral for a special service to mark Sanctuary Sunday at the end of #RefugeeWeek. 👇 derbycathedral.org