City of Sanctuary 
City of Sanctuary is a movement committed to building a culture of hospitality and welcome, especially for refugees seeking sanctuary from war and persecution. Our network of local groups includes boroughs, towns and cities across the UK and Ireland, all committed to building this culture of welcome across every sphere of society. City of Sanctuary operates under local group names which can be found on the groups page. In Ireland City of Sanctuary operates under the name Places of Sanctuary Ireland.
Wherever refugees go, we want them to feel safe and find people who will welcome them.
City of Sanctuary Charter
On Wednesday 5th July at the AGM, City of Sanctuary proudly launched its charter which crystallizes who and what we are, our values and principles and will guide us to reach our vision.
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Posted by: City of SanctuaryThe second round of Guardian Grants were launched at our AGM
City of Sanctuary is looking to distribute the remaining Guardian funding. The second round of funding will be a competitive…
Posted by: City of SanctuaryGet Involved: Calling on CoS Groups to Contact their MPs on Asylum Issues
Asylum Matters is calling on all City of Sanctuary groups to join up with other local groups working to support…
Posted by: City of SanctuarySummer Holiday Activities
SUMMER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES IN SWANSEA – JULY 2017
Posted by: SwanseaHBTSR at The Big Skill
HBTSR were asked by the organiser of The Big Skill Festival, Emma, if we would like to have a free…
Posted by: Hay, Brecon and TalgarthNotes from City of Sanctuary conference and AGM, 5 July 2017
Thanks to David Brown, Chair of Birmingham City of Sanctuary for the first set of notes from last week’s Learning and…
Posted by: City of SanctuaryView from the Edge Doncaster Conversation Club Newsletter July
DCC Newsletter 32
Posted by: Doncaster#DignityNotDestitution – Join the New Campaign
Today Refugee Action launched Slipping Through the Cracks: how Britain’s asylum system fails the most vulnerable. It’s a heart-breaking read. They…
Posted by: City of SanctuaryNew Report: “Living in Limbo: The Life of Refused Asylum Seekers in Northern Ireland”
NICRAS Report – Living in Limbo: The Life of Refused Asylum Seekers in Northern Ireland
Posted by: City of SanctuaryBristol hosts first showing outside London for major refugee exhibition
A major art exhibition, previously on display in the Houses of Parliament, is to have its first showing outside London…
Posted by: BristolSearching for Potential Claimants to Challenge Home Office Access of NHS Data
In light of ongoing concerns around the data-sharing agreement between the Home Office and NHS Digital, a number of agencies…
Posted by: HealthThe experiences of our volunteers
To celebrate Refugee Week we’re sharing the experiences of some of our volunteers. Today, we’re sharing the experience of Saba,…
Posted by: SwanseaA visit to Hathersage – feedback from those who had a great time
A visit to Hathersage
Posted by: DoncasterBook Review: Dave Eggers’ “What is the What”
What is the What? By Dave Eggers ISBN 978-0-141-01574-3
Posted by: ArtsQuakers provide a retreat for volunteers working with asylum seekers and refugees
People working with Refugees and Asylum Seekers are invited to a relaxation retreat at Charney Manor in Oxfordshire from 8-10…
Posted by: City of SanctuaryWales Nation of Sanctuary Summary Report.
We are delighted to bring you the Nation of Sanctuary Event Summary on World Refugee Day.
Posted by: SwanseaThe experiences of our volunteers
To celebrate Refugee Week we’re sharing the experiences of some of our volunteers. Today we share our Co-Chair Amber’s experiences.
Posted by: SwanseaWorking to provide a safe space for children seeking sanctuary in Europe
Most mornings, if you are to walk down the main street of Chios town, you will see a large group…
Posted by: BristolThe experiences of our volunteers
To celebrate Refugee Week, we have asked several of our volunteers to write a blog piece for us. We asked…
Posted by: SwanseaWant to support volunteers who are seeking sanctuary?
Refugee Week takes place every year across the world in the week around World Refugee Day on the 20 June. In…
Posted by: SwanseaCork: City of Sanctuary group emerging
This volunteer-driven approach to integration can be summarized as building blocks ABC - Awareness Raising, Befriending, and Cultural Engagement. Ideally…
Posted by: Places of Sanctuary IrelandAthlone IT on its way to become a first College of Sanctuary in Ireland
This volunteer-driven approach to integration can be summarized as building blocks ABC - Awareness Raising, Befriending, and Cultural Engagement. Ideally…
Posted by: Places of Sanctuary IrelandJob Opportunity- Volunteer Development Worker, with SBASSG.
JOB ADVERTISEMENT– Volunteer Development Worker, Swansea Bay Asylum Seekers Support Group
Posted by: SwanseaSean’s day in the spotlight! Creating Sanctuary exhibition.
With the collaboration of the Welsh Refugee Council- social documentary photographer – Nigel Pugh formulated ‘Creating Sanctuary’,which is a series…
Posted by: Hay, Brecon and TalgarthCradoc Primary School Becomes the First Primary School in Wales to Receive School of Sanctuary Award
As part of Refugee Week 2017, Cradoc Primary School will be the first primary school in Wales to be recognised…
Posted by: Hay, Brecon and TalgarthArticle from Hull Daily Mail – About World Refugee Day
Posted by: HullEHRiC Report on Destitution and Insecure Immigration Status in Scotland
The Equality and Human Rights Committee of the Scottish Parliament has published its inquiry report into destitution and insecure immigration…
Posted by: City of SanctuaryRed Cross Figures Reveal Destitution Faced by Pregnant Women and New Mothers
The Red Cross has revealed that pregnant women and new mothers were among thousands of destitute refugees and asylum seekers…
Posted by: MaternityStand and Be Counted at the Migration Matters Festival in Sheffield for Refugee Week 2017
SBC Theatre contributes three of their works as part of Migration Matters Festival in Sheffield
Posted by: ArtsUniversity of Bristol Sanctuary scholarship- Open for Applications
The University of Bristol (UoB) Sanctuary Scholarship is open for applications for 2017 entry. The application deadline is 22 June 2017. The Scholarship is open…
Posted by: City of SanctuarySwansea City of Sanctuary Wins Prestigious Queen’s Award
Posted by: SwanseaManchester City of Sanctuary raise £2,173 from Manchester Great Run
Congratulations to our team of Great Manchester Runners! Smashing the £2,000 target for Manchester City of Sanctuary!
Posted by: Manchester