OUR MISSION
To help migrants integrate
Into life in the UK
We offer a warm welcome, and advice and support to people who often find doors closed to them elsewhere
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OUR SERVICES AND SUPPORT US
Immigration Advice Line
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Advice is available for refugees and asylum seekers. This advice is given by OISC Qualified Advisers over the phone on our Immigration Advice Line.
English Lessons
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If you would like to join an English class you will need to complete an assessment. ESOL assessments take place on Mondays from 10am-12pm. please come along to the centre drop-in on a Monday to sign up.
General Support
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Our general support advisers can also signpost you to other organisations for help with many other issues.
Welcome Wednesday
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We are continuously adding to the activities that we offer and are working closely with our client involvement group to develop our Welcome Wednesdays.
Immigration FAQs
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The FAQ section provides answers to the most common questions, offering quick and helpful information to assist users.
Support Us
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There are many ways that you can support our work and help us continue to run our vital services, making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable people who seek sanctuary in the UK.