Asylum resources

There are many good national charities working for asylum seekers in the UK that offer a wealth of information and services. Read more about them here:

Asylum Support Appeals Project (ASAP) – A small national charity which aims to reduce destitution amongst asylum seekers by protecting their legal rights to food and shelter.

Asylum Aid – A charity providing advice and legal representation to asylum seekers and refugees.

The Association of Visitors to Immigration Detainees (AVID) – The membership network supporting volunteer visitors to immigration detainees.

Bail for Immigration Detainees (BID) – A charity that exists to challenge immigration detention in the UK.

Joint Council for the Welfare of Immigrants (JWCI) – An independent national charity which exists to campaign for justice in immigration, nationality and refugee law and policy.

NACCOM – A network of organisations across the UK supporting destitute asylum seekers by providing some form of accommodation.

Refugee Action – A charity helping people who’ve fled persecution and violence rebuild their lives, through advice, support and campaigns.

The Refugee Council – A leading national charity supporting refugees to rebuild their lives, offers a series of excellent information sheets.

Rural Refugee Network– A charity which seeks to help source accommodation for Syrian refugees and campaigns on asylum seeker and refugee issues.

City of Sanctuary – Founded in 2005, this national movement works through local networks to build a culture of hospitality and welcome for refugees seeking sanctuary from war or persecution. The website includes a comprehensive list of local groups and contacts, plus a useful resources section including advice on how to set up your own group. We have strong links with the City of Sanctuary Southampton.

Southampton Action – collects donations for distribution to asylum seekers and refugees in the local area, Calais and further afield and providing practical assistance to refugees

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