About us

Refugee Roots welcomes all, helping those in need find friendship and a place to call home

Refugee Roots is a Christian charity that helps asylum seekers and refugees build relationships and navigate the complexities of building a new life in the UK.

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Induction 28 April

Volunteer inductions help to set volunteers up with everything they need and allow new volunteers to meet other volunteers on their volunteering journey with Refugee Roots.
Induction 22 April

Volunteer inductions help to set volunteers up with everything they need and allow new volunteers to meet other volunteers on their volunteering journey with Refugee Roots.
Induction 24 April

Volunteer inductions help to set volunteers up with everything they need and allow new volunteers to meet other volunteers on their volunteering journey with Refugee Roots.
Volunteer Meetup June

For the June volunteer meetup, join in with Sherwood Art Week and see some artwork created by Refugee Roots participants.

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Our team

Meet our team of dedicated staff who make the difference every day
Our Story

Refugee Roots welcomes all, helping those in need find friendship and a place to call home
Access

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.
Make a referral

Make a referral for a refugee or asylum seeker. We will respond as soon as possible. When we receive a referral we will contact or arrange to meet the person who has been referred.
Art Sessions

Being creative is a great way to relieve stress, express yourself and connect with others.
Women's Group

A safe space to meet with other women every Tuesday for support, friendship and empowerment
How can you help Afghans in Nottingham

Are you wondering how you can help or what you can do? We've put this article together for you.
A place to belong

Welcome and support for those who need it most
Uno with Taylor

Taylor's Volunteering Story, "It is so pleasing to watch the happiness that even having a conversation or playing a game of cards brings".
Friendship for Alice to overcome loneliness

“If it wasn't for Refugee Roots and their assistance with Maggie calling me to see how my wellbeing is, I don’t think I would be sitting here to have this conversation..sometimes it felt so lonely”