Happy Lunar New Year to all those celebrating π₯³π₯³π₯³
As we welcome the Year of the Horse πππ, we recognise and celebrate the rich cultural traditions and meanings of this special time for many communities. π§§β¨
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An award-winning charity supporting refugees, asylum seekers & other migrants to integrate successfully & lead more independent and resilient lives. https://linktr.ee/actionfoundation
Happy Lunar New Year to all those celebrating π₯³π₯³π₯³
As we welcome the Year of the Horse πππ, we recognise and celebrate the rich cultural traditions and meanings of this special time for many communities. π§§β¨
One of our InterAction drop-in volunteers, Idrees, got to try being a firefighter today when Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service came to visit.
Mehrban Sadiq advised clients and volunteers about the Importance of smoke alarms and the need to check fire safety in rented accommodation.
π£Come & join our friendly team & help us shout about the fantastic work our staff & volunteers do to welcome refugees & asylum seekers to the North East! Please share our job ad! πhttps://actionfoundation.org.uk/communications-officer/
10.02.2026 11:40 β π 1 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0We're βOpening Doors' with North East Combined Authority, Tyne Housing & others - research identifying the barriers to employment faced by vulnerable adults living in supported accommodation.
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The theme for #HolocaustMemorialDay 2026 is Bridging Generations. A call to action and reminder that the responsibility of remembrance doesnβt end with the survivors β it lives on through their children, their grandchildren and through all of us.
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Some of our students got a glimpse into the beauty industry this week thanks to The National Beauty Academy Sunderlandπ
Employability Adviser Lucy said, "The participants appreciated the approachable manner of the facilitators of the beauty taster session. They came away wanting to learn more!"ππ
Everyone should see this. Watch it, share it - these are the voices we need to hear that are so often ignored in the poisonous debate about hotels.
21.01.2026 11:23 β π 5 π 4 π¬ 1 π 1The Government is introducing the biggest immigration overhaul in 50 years. They want to make settling here harder than ever as part of a broader attack on migrants and refugees. Now, they're asking what YOU think of their plans.
Use our guide & speak up today.
www.praxis.org.uk/consultation...
Four years since our Home Office funded alternative to detention pilot, Action Access, proved it's more humane and significantly cheaper to support vulnerable women in the community rather than detention centres. How many more years before the Govt accepts that detention harms?
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New year, same hostility.
Today, new powers come into force subjecting men, women & children to invasive searches - including inside their mouths - to seize their phones.
This comes despite a 2022 court ruling that found a similar policy unlawful.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
Refugees shouldn't have to wait 20 years to know if they are safe. New rules are leaving families separated and lives in limbo.
Join the campaign calling on Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood to scrap the 20-year wait. you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/do...
NEW YEAR, NEW JOB?
We're looking for a talented Office Manager to join our Central Services team on a fixed term basis. Interested? Deadline to apply: 9am Wednesday 28th January. Come join our friendly team! π§‘
actionfoundation.org.uk/office-manag...
Love this film about the work of our Women's Drop-in. π§‘
Please give it a watch & if you're moved to donate to our winter fundraiser, head to our @crowdfunder.bsky.social page (see our pinned post). youtu.be/isA_Xwg8oDk?...
Look at these fantastic cards, made by refugee children and young people from our Young Lives project. πππ
Some will be winging their way to donors who've selected a reward on our Stand With Refugees crowdfunder. Would you like one too? π
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Here's the link: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/stand-with...
Thanks so much for the share Helen! π§‘ππ§‘
11.12.2025 12:02 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Thank you for sharing π§‘
11.12.2025 12:01 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Abbas and Ale, regulars at our Young Lives project, are the stars of a powerful new film on poverty and hope, commissioned by @gatesheadcouncil.bsky.social π₯π§‘
The council's Lynne Canessa said: βThe end result took my breath away."
youtu.be/FyhkzDsB8lw?...
Reunited family
This story is so heart warming, it will restore your faith in humanity. If Karim's journey inspires you too, then please donate to our Stand With Refugee Families crowdfunder. π actionfoundation.org.uk/karims-first...
09.12.2025 17:27 β π 2 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0Here's another great reason to Stand With Refugee Families this winter - to help more families like Rana's through our appeal on @crowdfunder.bsky.social π§‘ππ§‘ Each donation doubled by @avivauk.bsky.social
actionfoundation.org.uk/every-month-...
Today is #GivingTuesday - when we're all encouraged to do good. π§‘
We're so grateful to everyone who's donating to our Stand With Refugee Families winter appeal. π
Every donation is doubled by Aviva Community Fund so your gift has twice the impact. www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/stand-with...
Thank you to everyone who has already donated to our Stand With Refugee Families appeal! We're one third of the way to our target - can you help us get to Β£15k by Christmas & show refugees they are welcome here? ππ§‘π
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/stand-with...
When Bureβs world fell apart, Action Foundation helped her rebuild.
Today, sheβs thriving and planning her daughterβs wedding! This winter, countless other families need a similar lifeline.
Please give if you're able. Donations are doubled. Thank you! π
actionfoundation.org.uk/action-found...
Angry, frustrated or just plain bewildered by the latest government asylum system proposals?
You're not alone. Read our CEO, Duncan's thoughts over on our website today - then please support our Stand With Refugee Families appeal π§‘
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Thank YOU for putting your £££ where your πis @rsmythfreelance.bsky.social π§‘π§‘ππ§‘
20.11.2025 13:46 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0This is brilliant! THANK YOU SO MUCH for the support Rich! π§‘
20.11.2025 13:45 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Thank you SO MUCH @alomshaha.bsky.social - that is so generous of you! π§‘ππ§‘ And thanks for sharing our appeal @rsmythfreelance.bsky.social !
20.11.2025 13:42 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0As winter starts to bite, please think of the refugees and asylum seekers who depend on organisations like ours for food and shelter on a freezing cold day.
Just Β£5 could buy a hot meal for someone at one of our winter Drop-ins. Visit www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/stand-with... Every donation doubled. π
Excited to launch our Stand With Refugee Families appeal today!
Every Β£1 will be doubled by the Aviva Community Fund. So your donation will have TWICE the impact!
Please visit our Crowdfunding page to find out how your gift will help families this winter. ππ§‘
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/stand-with...
We're so proud of Abbas, a regular at our Young Lives youth sessions. He's just scooped the Young Achiever of the Year title at the NE Youth Impact Awards. You can help more youngsters like Abbas by becoming a regular donor - head to our website to find out more! πhttps://bit.ly/3XlOVfF
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