1. Empowering refugees to overcome their exclusion by providing;
Supported housing
English (ESOL) classes
Employability support

2. 300 destitute asylum seekers in Newcastle

3. Opened first house in Oct 2006
Narrow referral pathway (WERS)
Manage 5 houses, 2 partnerships

4. Property portfolio
- Managing landlords properties
- Guaranteed rent – no hassle
- Pro-actively managed
- Rent below market rate - Sublet to clients - licence
- One property purchased
- Private Rented Scheme (LA)

5. Launched in 2015 with the support of NCC Deputy Leader
“Before I was just surviving. Now I feel like I am living” Hosting Guest
Launched in 2015 with the support of NCC Deputy Leader
Credibility, profile and referrals

6. Housing for new refugees
Social and financial outcomes
EAS status – weekly support

7. Refugees included in SP contract
Successful consortium bid
HRA changes – increased support

8. ESOL classes delivered by volunteers
34 free weekly classes in 2 locations
LA contracts to teach VPRS Syrians

9. ESOL conference for LA officers, VCS providers and FE colleges
LET – enabling other to deliver

10. Reflections on working with Local Authorities
Different authorities – different approaches
Facilitate networking with mainstream homeless providers – good practice / partnerships
Commissioned opportunities
Increased professionalism
NRPF network – shared knowledge and good practice
HRA – statutory obligations change e.g. 28 – 56 days
LAASLO posts support????

11. Empowering refugees to overcome their exclusion by providing;
Supported housing
English (ESOL) classes
Employability support