Borough of Sanctuary – Small Grants 2025
As the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, we proudly welcome those fleeing violence and persecution, protecting the rights of all…
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Lewisham Migration Forum – July 2024
In June this year the Lewisham Migration Forum (LMF) once again brought together individuals and organisations working with sanctuary seekers from all across the borough. The LMF provides a shared space to spread resources, build solidarity, and keep the Borough of Sanctuary movement strong and accountable.
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Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network (LRMN) and Save Lewisham Hospital Campaign Gain National Coverage about NHS “overseas” charging costs
Earlier this summer, LRMN, along with the Save Lewisham Hospital Campaign, gained national coverage in major newspapers after highlighting the…
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Lewisham Council formally recognised as the UK’s first ‘Council of Sanctuary’
Lewisham Council taking a stand against the “immoral and dysfunctional” hostile environment.
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Lewisham celebrates Refugee week
To celebrate Refugee Week (14-20 June), Lewisham Borough of Sanctuary joined Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network (LRMN) at the festivities…
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AFRIL – Action for Refugees in Lewisham.
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Keeley Mud: Create Without Borders
Keeley Mudd from local organisation Create without Borders talks to us about their work last year, the importance of art…
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The Refugee Cafe
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Press Release: The Lewisham School of Muralism led by Artmongers has completed its first course culminating with the production of an extraordinary participatory mural on the side of Lewisham Shopping Center.
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City of Sanctuary Campaign supports families and children in home-schooling
Today we see children return to school across the country for what is hopefully the last time. However, this period…
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LRMN raises over £1,400 to feed local refugees families
This winter, the Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network (LRMN) asked for help to feed families and people experiencing hardship during…
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2020 Highlights: Lewisham pupils call for end to migrant charges
Last year a group of school children, with the help of Citizens UK and Lewisham Refugee and Migrant network, sent…
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2020 Highlights: Progress on the Save Lewisham Hospital Campaign
Over three years ago, the NHS trust implemented upfront charges for migrants, a move which has been highly criticised and…
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2020 Highlights: Lewisham council refuses to comply with Home Office rules which mean rough sleepers can be deported
After continued pressure from and collaboration with community groups, Lewisham council has refused to comply with the Home Office’s new…
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2020 Highlights: Lewisham Council launches Sanctuary Strategy
Lewisham Council approved a set of policies to make the borough welcoming for sanctuary seekers.
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New campaign launched to ensure no one is left behind from Covid-19 vaccine and primary health services
PRESS RELEASE: Immediate release
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Patients not Passports Toolkit
Take a look a the Patients not Passports Toolkit - with useful information for both community organisations and individuals.
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Lewisham Refugee Resettlement Scheme
WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE REFUGEE COUNCIL AND LEWISHAM REFUGEE AND MIGRANT NETWORK (LRMN) ARE SET TO PROVIDE LIFE CHANGING SUPPORT TO SOME OF THE WORLD’S MOST VULNERABLE REFUGEE FAMILIES AS PART OF THE LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM’S REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT PROGRAMME.