Join us for an engaging thematic session on Refugee Employment, where we’ll explore practical approaches, challenges, and lessons learned from real-world projects.
Three City of Sanctuary groups will share their experiences of supporting refugee access to employment—what worked, what didn’t, and what they’ve learnt along the way. From building employer partnerships to navigating systemic barriers, these presentations will offer valuable insights and honest reflections.
Whether you’re working directly on employment initiatives or simply keen to understand how to create more inclusive opportunities, this session is a space for shared learning, questions, and discussion”.
Agenda
- Introductions and overview
- Presentations:
Newcastle team: Newcastle ESOL Service: a pilot project led by Newcastle Council working with the Work & Thrive Newcastle employment partnership to support any speakers of other languages needing to improve their English to secure work, better work, training or volunteering.
Elmbridge CAN – A volunteer powered charity supporting the integration of forcibly displaced people in the Surrey borough of Elmbridge and surrounding areas. Collaborating with local partners to provide comprehensive employment support for our job-seeking clients.
Bradford City of Sanctuary: a pilot refugee work experience placement employment project with Migration Yorkshire and Bradford Local Authority.
- Q&A and general discussion