“Words can’t describe how much you have helped me I almost lost everything” Read more
Read case studies of our work with our participants.
For many, receiving a positive outcome from an asylum claim can be both a relief and a stressful experience. Our Support Worker, Fawad, helps participants like Fareed navigate this period of transition, access essential services available to them, and build a life in the UK. Read more
Yana came to the UK after war broke out in Ukraine and joined us at Refugee Roots in September of 2022. Since coming to refugee roots Yana took a keen interest in our Befriending Program. Read more
Miriam was a regular participant and volunteer at our Access project and had been for a couple of years before the funded project “a place to belong”. “I came because I heard how they help people, and that there were a lot of activities I could get involved in. I heard that Refugee Roots help encourage people and I needed that” Read more
I was feeling quite isolated…the hardest thing was being on my own. It’s been brilliant the help and support I have received from Refugee Roots" Read more
“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” Read more
“Now I have a stronger sense of home in Nottingham, when I see people I know in town I can stop and talk". Read more
"The group has helped my English, my confidence, and my social skills." Read more