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We help the refugees that arrive in the Lothians to connect and socialise. Read more…
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Edinburgh City Mission’s ‘Salaam’ project supports refugees and people seeking asylum who live in the city. This includes English Conversation Cafés, crafts courses, befriending, New Scots Christmas Appeal and more. We also provide support to the churches who are involved in welcoming New Scots. We chose the name Salaam (Arabic for ‘peace’ and ‘hello!’) because we aim to foster a Read more…
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Edinburgh Printmakers is a creative centre for printmaking and visual arts in Edinburgh. We believe that creativity is a right and that everyone should have access to welcoming, creative communities that empower and support them. We offer opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to explore new forms of self-expression through artistic processes, which are essential for wellbeing and Read more…
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Tinderbox is a diverse collective of young people, musicians, artists, youth workers, community activists and volunteers. Part of its magic comes from not quite knowing where it will take you, but thousands of young people could tell you about the spark it has ignited in them. Read more…
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The Welcoming is a Scottish charity committed to supporting asylum seekers, refugees, and migrants in Edinburgh. We achieve this by helping individuals learn English, secure employment, and access local services; providing opportunities for friendship, creativity, and health and well-being in Edinburgh; connecting locals and newcomers through social and cultural exchange; and collaborating with others to share knowledge and promote positive Read more…
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Scottish Faiths Action for Refugees is a project involving many faiths. It aims to bring faith communities in Scotland together to help refugees and people seeking asylum. We work with Christian, Muslim, Jewish, and Interfaith groups to make sure Scotland is a welcoming place for everyone seeking safety. We work with churches, mosques, and other faith groups across Scotland to Read more…
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Multi-Cultural Family Base (MCFB) is a social work organisation focused on early intervention, supporting children and families before challenges become entrenched. We help during key transitions, such as the birth of a child, starting primary school, or moving to Edinburgh as new migrants. Our work addresses identity, loss, displacement, and trauma, fostering belonging and purpose for children. We partner with Read more…
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LINKnet Mentoring is a dedicated organisation established to support minority ethnic communities in Edinburgh, the Lothians, the Scottish Borders, and Fife. Our aim is to assist disadvantaged ethnic minorities in achieving their development goals. Over the years, many individuals have participated in our mentoring programmes, with education and employment mentoring being our core offerings. What is Mentoring? Mentoring is a Read more…
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Home-Start is a community network of trained volunteers and professional support, dedicated to helping families with young children across the UK navigate challenging times. We are here for parents when they need us most because childhood cannot wait. Parenting has never been easy. It can be isolating, frustrating, heartbreaking, and overwhelming. Life-changing events can affect anyone, and Home-Start is here Read more…
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Edinburgh College’s ESOL community courses support individuals whose first language is not English, teaching essential skills for living, working, and studying in the UK. Our flexible, part-time courses are available during the day or evening, allowing you to balance studies with work and school commitments. We assess your English level to place you in the appropriate class, from beginners to Read more…
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Cyrenians Flavour & Haver Cook School hosts a twice-monthly Syrian supper club, featuring delicious meals prepared by a talented Syrian husband-and-wife team, supported by dedicated volunteers and a staff member. Tickets for these events are available on Eventbrite. The chefs are paid for their expertise, and all income and profits are reinvested into the charity. This helps support vulnerable individuals Read more…
