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To mark International Women’s Day 2023, we are delighted to publish our first ever report on the particular experiences of lesbian and bisexual women seeking safety. The research was co-ordinated with...
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Campaigns and Advocacy Manager c. £38,500 p.a. London Full-time, permanent (hybrid working model) Women for Refugee Women is a dynamic charity that was founded in 2007 to support and champion women who...
View ArticleGuest blog: Our Mothers Ourselves
Our Mothers Ourselves – Six women from across the world tell their mothers’ stories Cathy Hull, Rupal Shah, Kumi Konno, Caryn Solomon, Veena Siddharth, Vayu Naidu We are a group of six women who came...
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Joint briefing on the ‘Illegal Migration Bill’: Take action against the...
Women for Refugee Women, Birth Companions, British Medical Association, Royal College of Midwives, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, Medical Justice and Maternity Action have prepared...
View ArticleCampaign win! All legal advice surgeries in immigration detention must now...
Following the legal challenge launched by Women for Refugee Women last year, on the lack of access to in-person legal advice for women locked up in Derwentside detention centre in County Durham, it has...
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A Collaboration between Women for Refugee Women and The Five Points Brewing Co.
Cheers! A Collaboration between Women for Refugee Women and The Five Points Brewing Co. At Wit’s End: how we feel about the treatment of refugee women in the UK by the Home Office and also the name of...
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Putting Ourselves in the Picture: Rainbow Sisters Virtual Gallery!
Putting Ourselves in the Picture To celebrate Pride Month, we’re showcasing our Rainbow Sisters’ work in the form of a virtual gallery! Rainbow Sisters is our supportive, welcoming and confidential...
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Ange’s Story: Pride 2023
This is Ange’s story. Growing up in Cameroon where same-sex activity is illegal and punishable with prison sentences, or worse, Ange found it extremely difficult to understand, accept and celebrate who...
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Hiba’s Story: Pride 2023
This is Hiba’s story. “For as long as I can remember, I felt trapped in the wrong body.” Hiba grew up in a loving family in Pakistan, and always felt care and support from her mother and brother who...
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Volunteers Week 2024: Drama
To celebrate Volunteers Week 2024, we’re shining a spotlight on our brilliant and dedicated volunteers throughout the week. Today we are celebrating Adele, Arati, Cyan, Hana and Nada – our wonderful...
View ArticleVolunteers Week 2024: Reflections on English, by Henrietta
To celebrate Volunteers Week 2024, we’re shining a spotlight on our brilliant and dedicated volunteers throughout the week. Henrietta has penned this thought-provoking piece on her experience...
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Volunteers Week 2024: Reflections from Eesha, our Literacy Volunteer
To celebrate Volunteers Week 2024, we’re shining a spotlight on our brilliant and dedicated volunteers throughout the week. Eesha, our Literacy Volunteer, has shared some reflections on her time...
View ArticleVoices Unveiled: Photography Exhibition
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View ArticleThe Labour Party has won the UK General Election
Today, 5 July 2024, the Labour Party has won the United Kingdom’s General Election and will now form a majority Government in the House of Commons. We would like to welcome the new Government and the...
View ArticleOur 2024 Summer Party!
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View ArticleOur statement on the tragic attack in Southport and the following racist,...
We are horrified and sickened by the recent violent attack in Southport and the senseless loss of lives. Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of Bebe King, Elsie Dot Stancombe and Alice...
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Coercion and Control: The treatment of women seeking asylum in hotel...
Our new research, Coercion and Control: The treatment of women seeking asylum in hotel accommodation, shows that women who have fled gender-based violence are subjected to coercion and control in hotel...
View Article16 days of activism: what can you do?
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View ArticleProtected: After four wonderful years, our Director, Alphonsine Kabagabo, is...
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View ArticleReflections from Alphonsine
After four years as the Director of Women for Refugee Women, I have decided that it is time to move on. I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible journey we’ve shared....
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