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@IMIX_UK @Theweesparrow @CharityComms Well done Elahe @Theweesparrow 🧡🧡🧡

Last week, World Writes group leader Mymona Bibi ran a workshop with @actionFdn's advanced English class, where she encouraged them to write creatively in their own language, building confidence in expressing themselves. Read about what they got up to 👇 actionfoundation.org.uk/putting-the-wo…

Today is #HolocaustMemorialDay, when we remember all those murdered during the Holocaust, Nazi persecution of other groups, and in more recent genocides in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur. Visit the @HMD_UK website to find out more: hmd.org.uk

HUGE thanks 🙏to each & every one of you who supported our winter fundraising campaign, Unwrap the Joy. Our Crowdfunder backed by @AvivaUK & offline donations come to at least £9.5k which will support refugees, asylum seekers and other migrants in the coming year. Thank you!🧡

InterAction is a free service run by Action Foundation which provides a safe and supportive space for refugees, asylum seekers and migrants. More than just a Drop-in, it’s a community, where our staff and volunteers offer a warm welcome and trusted advice. Thursdays 9.30am-2pm.

New year, newly painted office!🎨Huge thanks to @JohnstonesTrade Sunderland for donating paint to help transform our space over Xmas. Our Office Manager, Phoebe, says "A fresh coat of paint has truly brought new energy to our team and workspace - it’s made such a difference!". 🙏

🎉 Good luck to everyone waiting on ballot results! Join #TeamActionFoundation and make a difference for refugees in the North East. No ballot place? No problem! Entry: £68.50 + £350 fundraising goal. Let’s cross that finish line together! 🏅📧 fundraising@actionfoundation.org.uk

First InterAction Drop-in of 2025! 🎉 We welcomed new volunteers providing casework, tea & coffee ☕, plus healthy living advice from Health Works Newcastle🚭 Our Drop-in is open Thursdays 9am-2pm for advice, a cuppa, ping pong, or a free haircut. 🧡

Want to be your own boss? Start your own business? Reminder to join First's FREE Understanding Enterprise course. 📅 First Session: Wed, 15th Jan 10am-1pm. The Castle Gate, Newcastle, NE1 2JQ Learn skills for self-employment or a new career. 👨‍💼

There's 2 more days until The Great North Run 2025 ballot closes! If you secure a place via the ballot, we'd love for you to join #teamactionfoundation🏃 No ballot, no problem! You can still run for us & sign up directly. Email fundraising@actionfoundation.org.uk for more info👩‍💻

Is your New Years Resolution to do the Great North Run?🏅 The general ballot is OPEN! If you secure a spot, run for our charity!🧡 Or guarantee your place by emailing fundraising@actionfoundation.org.uk. Ready. Set. Run! 🏃‍♂️

Want to be your own boss? Start your own business? Join First's FREE Understanding Enterprise course. 📅 Induction Session 🗓️ Wed, 8th Jan | ⏰ 10 AM – 12 PM 📍 The Castle Gate, Newcastle, NE1 2JQ Learn skills for self-employment or a new career. See you there! 👋 #employability

Happy New Year from all of us at Action Foundation. Let's continue to work towards a more compassionate asylum system in 2025🧡 #togetherwithrefugees #refugeeswelcome

Thank you to everyone who has donated to our winter fundraising appeal. If you would like to donate, there is one day left before it closes on New Year's Eve. crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unwrap-the-j…

A huge thanks to @JohnstonesTrade Sunderland for donating paint to redecorate our offices over Christmas🎨This is part of our goal to create a brighter, more welcoming space inspired by staff & volunteer feedback. We can’t wait to show you the results! Thanks again, Johnstone's🙌

🚨4 days left to support our Crowdfunder! We support children from asylum seeking & refugee families with youth clubs & mental health support. £30 could unwrap joy for girls attending @surfyonder's Solace surf club 🏄‍♀️ crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unwrap-the-j… 💸 Thanks @AvivaUK for matchfunding🧡

Whether you're celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah or just the holidays today - we wish you joy and peace. With love from all at Action Foundation. 🧡

Can you spare £20 this Christmas? Just £20 provides hot meals for a refugee at our Thursday Drop-in for a whole month!🥘With @AvivaUK doubling all donations up to £250, your gift goes twice as far! 🧡Support us here: crowdfunder.co.uk/p/unwrap-the-j…