We offer a warm welcome and hospitality, support and friendship to refugees and asylum seekers. We do this through a range of befriending and support and empowerment initiatives. Our groups and activities build strong and positive relationships and are springboards for much more support for many of our participants. We create welcoming and safe spaces for participants to feel valued, listened to and respected.
Make a referral
Our referral inbox is monitored approximately three times per week. We will arrange an appointment for advice at the earliest possible date. Weekly groups and sessions are detailed below.
Online English Class 10.00am Entry 1 and Entry 2
Women's Group 10.30am to 12.00pm at Refugee Roots, Nottingham Women's Centre, 30 Chaucer St, Nottingham, NG1 5LP
Refugee Roots x The Playhouse Conversation Café: 1.00pm to 2.15pm. Nottingham Playhouse, Wellington Circus, Nottingham NG1 5AF
Refugee Roots x The Playhouse Creative Cafe: 2.30pm to 4.30pm. Nottingham Playhouse, Wellington Circus, Nottingham NG1 5AF
English Class 1:00pm to 3:00pm, Trinity Church, 192 Mansfield Rd, Nottingham NG1 3HU.
Universal Credit Advice 9:30am to 1.00pm, by appointment only.
Online English Class 4.45pm Entry 1 and Entry 2
English Class 10.30am to 12.00pm at St Nic's Church, 79 Maid Marian Way, Nottingham, NG1 6AE
Access Arts 12.30pm to 2.30pm, National Justice Museum, High Pavement, Nottingham NG1 1HN
Refugee Roots and Refugee Run Club 8.45am at Forest Recreation Ground, Mansfield Rd, Nottingham NG5 2BU. Register here
Red Sea FC and Refugee Roots 10am to 12pm at Forest Sports Zone, Gregory Blvd, Forest Fields, Nottingham NG7 6LD. Register here
Our Access movement project funded by Sport England is an oppirtunity for refugees of all ages to become more active and involved in physical activity Read more
Do you need support with Universal Credit? Book a 1-to-1 consultation with a trained advisor. Read more
Our support workers can provide information, advice and guidance on a range of support issues. They can make referrals and signpost participants to the support they require. Read more
Cooking and Eating Together is an opportunity for people to develop their cooking skills and learn new recipes while making friends. It's also a chance for people to share their own beloved dishes and learn about other cultures. Read more
Being creative is a great way to relieve stress, express yourself and connect with others. Read more
A safe space to meet with other women every Tuesday for support, friendship and empowerment Read more
Access is a hub of activity, a place to belong, connect, get support, and help. A wide range of activities and learning opportunities to suit all. Read more
Building confidence through one-off or long term support Read more