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The power of reading and writing

Our women’s policy officer talks about the importance of literacy and the work of the Refugee Women’s Strategy Group.

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Glasgow Girls represent change, courage and call for better treatment of asylum seekers

Our Arts Officer Belinda gets a preview of Cora Bissett’s latest work ‘Glasgow Girls’.

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Holland’s newest quiz show for refused asylum seekers

Our arts volunteer Vickie Beesley gives her view on a controversial gameshow

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Hearts Unspoken – giving a voice to gay asylum seekers and refugees

The Director of Hearts Unspoken tells us about how one moment changed his life and developing the play.

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Looking at the lives of Refugees and integration in Scotland

Our Research Officer Gareth provides an update on his latest research into refugee integration in Scotland.

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Why I’m running for refugees in Scotland

We hear from Mark Rafferty, one of the Great British Runners who’s raising funds for Scottish Refugee Council

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‘It ends in darkness’: Review of Fit for Purpose

Audience member Kimberley Davidson tells us how Fringe show Fit for Purpose describes the detention system

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Taking a moment to reflect and offer well-deserved thanks

Trish highlights our August activity and thanks you for your continued support, which allows us to help refugees in Scotland.

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Workshops help refugees to understand money and plan for their future

Our Financial Literacy Project volunteer shares her thoughts on how the project helps refugees

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We need a better way to assess the age of lone asylum seeking children

Our Children’s Policy Officer talks about the difficulties assessing the age of lone young people.

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How we’re helping support refugees in Scotland

Chi My Ta, our new Head of Funding Development tells us about her new role and why it’s so important

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Training: helping people to work confidently and supportively with refugees

Our training and events officer shares how courses raise understanding about refugee issues.

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Refugee Week Scotland 2011 ends, but work of the Refugee Convention continues

Organiser of Refugee Week Scotland, Belinda, reflects on its success and ask you to share Courage

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Refugee Week – shining a light of truth on Refugee lives

Belka reflects on the Refugee Week workshop he attended and the importance of sharing real refugee experiences.

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The Story of Karibu

Kirsty discovers the story behind Karibu, an organisations that helps support and empower African women seeking refuge

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Family Open Day with Central and West Integration Network

Kirsty enjoys the stories and costumes on display at the Family Open Day as part of Refugee Week Scotland

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