February 1, 2016

What can I do – update

1 February 2016: Gov.uk: Syrian refugees: what you can do to help

The refugees coming under the Vulerable Persons Scheme will have 5 years Leave to Remain in UK, and so will have a home, entitlement to work, and to claim benefits and allowances, but they will probably really appreciate a smiling face and open heart, a cup of tea, help to find their way around, and quiet time to recover from their experiences.

This is the latest from the Government: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/syria-refugees-what-you-can-do-to-help–2

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February 1, 2016

Responses to the QPSW paper about sponsorship below:

Updated 1 February 2016: Quakers have been asked to consider the QPSW paper regarding sponsorship of refugees, which will be before Meeting for Sufferings on Saturday 6 February 2015.

Below are comments of some Quakers connected with QARN, reprinted with permission – the original paper is here – https://www.qarn.org.uk/homepage/quaker-peace-and-social-witness-private-sponsorship-of-refugees. Quakers should discuss their thoughts with their own Meeting for Sufferings representative

Posted 31 January 2016 – this post will be updated as thoughts come in: Continue reading “Responses to the QPSW paper about sponsorship below:”