About
Resource Refugees was set up in response to a need in the Refugee / Asylum Seeking sector for Advice on Programmes that work. There has never been a need as great as there is now in the UK.
People are coming looking for Asylum, Refugees being invited by individuals and the government and are all in need.
The aim of everyone who comes to the UK is for them to THRIVE, this is often seen as a goal that is out of reach.
We are here to offer a structure where Triving is a reachable goal. We can get involved at any level that is needed.
Below you will see what we can offer - don't be fooled into thinking this is all we do, because we are constantly developing our offering in the light of our learning and absorbing Best Practice from others.
People are coming looking for Asylum, Refugees being invited by individuals and the government and are all in need.
The aim of everyone who comes to the UK is for them to THRIVE, this is often seen as a goal that is out of reach.
We are here to offer a structure where Triving is a reachable goal. We can get involved at any level that is needed.
Below you will see what we can offer - don't be fooled into thinking this is all we do, because we are constantly developing our offering in the light of our learning and absorbing Best Practice from others.
The challenges of integrating refugees
Refugee integration is implemented through a number of measures in several priority areas: learning the official language of the host country, access to education, employment and healthcare, family reunion, social assistance, recognition of skills and qualifications, participation in the social and cultural life of the host community. All these measures and tools are considered key factors for successful refugee integration.
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Refugees’ understanding of integration may differ from the one of the local nationals. Many refugees regard integration as a fusion of several goals they try to achieve such as employment, housing, knowledge of the host language and family and social life, while the locals can try to impose a different attitude and mindset.
Article Economic Alternatives, 2017, Issue 4, pp. 588
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Refugees’ understanding of integration may differ from the one of the local nationals. Many refugees regard integration as a fusion of several goals they try to achieve such as employment, housing, knowledge of the host language and family and social life, while the locals can try to impose a different attitude and mindset.
Article Economic Alternatives, 2017, Issue 4, pp. 588
Make sure you use the programme that is right for the refugees that you are supporting.
Education
An overall English Language is very important for any Refugee when coming to the UK, whether it's for day-to-day use from the moment you arrive, to supporting the whole family having settled down in the town / village you have been located to taking care of the health of the family.
Concentrating on the important things that give each person the ability to look after themselves is where the emphasis should be. By doing this, the ultimate goal of THRIVING is made possible through this type of support. An overall programme of language acquisition is important but it is also helpful to have shorter courses aimed at a specific outcome. |
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Integration
Settling down in the local area and beginning to take part in activities with the local community and neighbourhood groups and feeling safe / not worried for their survival is the best sign of Integration.
Althought there are many other indicators, if a person comfortably housed with their Health Care needs met, are they understanding the culture in which they live. When a refugee feels settled enough to join local groups and be involved in local community events, that is a sign of belonging. |
Employment
Being ready to start a job is a big step for a refugee who is resettling in the UK. The desire to support the family is a strong incentive for getting a fulltime job, this will also result in not having to rely on benefits. To get to that point there are a number of barriers that need to be overcome. It's important not to underestimate the effort it takes to be ready to start work.
Language is a key area that needs addressing, everyday language is needed to be able to understand a fellow worker, but more importantly to be able to take instruction in the light of Health and Safety. Once employed a refugee and their family will begin to rely less on any support agency along with a reduction in reliance on Benefits. |