Speaking from Experience

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Speaking from Experience Asylum Rights Programme Leila Usmani –Engagement and Training Officer leila@dpia.org.uk and George, Volunteer Sanctuary Speaker

Asylum Rights Programme Money or payment problems Housing or Accommodation Problems Finding a Solicitor Physical or Mental Health Destitution Bullying, Discrimination or Hate Crime Immigration, Representation and Legal Advice Disputing your Age Forced Marriage, Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery Volunteering Awareness Raising Advocacy Forums

Personal Experience of Welcome

Manifestations of ‘Welcome’ – Visual & Overt Welcome signs Translated documents Interpreters

Manifestations of Welcome – Practical & Hands on Fundraising Delivering English classes Direct induction mentor Providing access to resources

Manifestations of Welcome – Learning (& Sharing) Hold a workshop Add topics to the curriculum Hold an event for Refugee Week Create related displays Refugee week June 2018