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Welcome Bags

During Refugee Week we launched our “Welcome Bags” scheme, which is a great way to get involved and spread some…
Refugee Week – Fenham Library

Hello! Hope you all had a fabulous Refugee Week and were able to get out and about and celebrate at…
Volunteering Opportunity

Please see below, information about Volunteering in Newcastle
FoodWorks Treats

At the end of March Newcastle City Council, YHN, Newcastle City of Sanctuary and FoodWorks, along with a group of individuals who have come to Newcastle through the Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Scheme (VPRS) came together for a lunchtime of delicious food.
Newcastle: City of Sanctuary

A quick, but important update from the City of Sanctuary about a recent letter that was sent out to Faith Leaders’ in Newcastle from Nick Forbes, Leader of the Council.
Scholarships of Sanctuary

Its been a busy time here at City of Sanctuary – thanks to all of those who have signed up to receive updates and information – we are hoping that people will continue to sign up and be part of the movement so do encourage any friends, colleagues or interested…
Keeping those New Years Resolutions, and an update on the ‘Lift the Ban’ campaign

Hello again,
News, New Year’s resolutions and updates from Newcastle

Hello and welcome to 2019!
Refugees Welcome in Newcastle

The past few days in Newcastle have seen a very active campaign to support the welcoming of refugees in the UK and the North East. On Saturday, 12th September a march was held through Newcastle from the Life Centre to the Newcastle Civic Centre followed by a rally. The event…
Crossings Music Promotion Assistant Volunteer Needed

This volunteer position is in cooperation with City of Sanctuary’s Songs of Sanctuary initiative.
North East Solidarity with Calais Refugees

The past few months have seen a heightened international focus on the refugee crisis in Europe, including the mounting tensions at Calais. We’ve received many requests from people asking how they can be of help to these asylum seekers. One group which we are connected with that is striving to…
Recapping Refugee Week

Refugee Week in Newcastle was a huge success. From spirited events to lively entertainment to important discussions, the events covered a huge spectrum of information and emotion. Here is just a quick glimpse of some of the happenings from last week. A more detailed review of Refugee Week will be…
Newcastle City of Sanctuary Certificate Unveiling

On Monday, 15th of June, the Newcastle City of Sanctuary certificate was officially unveiled at Newcastle Public Library in the city centre. The certificate will remain on display for those who wish to see it in person. Though the certificate was awarded in June 2014, it is great to have…
With Refugee Week Upon Us, Stella Chiweshe Makes Her Way to Newcastle

“Stella Chiweshe, Zimbabwe’s renowned ‘Queen of Mbira’, is just one North East attraction during Refugee Week” Check out The Journal’s article about Stella’s upcoming appearances in Newcastle in honour of Refugee Week.
Newcastle City Council joins City of Sanctuary

Newcastle City Council have signed a motion in favour of becoming a City of Sanctuary. The following article appeared on their website:
Refugee Week Events

Refugee Week in Newcastle
Tracing Movements

TRACING MOVEMENTS – 2 short films plus workshop. 7.30pm, Sunday 27 October, Star and Shadow Cinema, Stepney Bank, Newcastle, NE1 2NP. ‘Emerging Solidarities’ recounts the story of a group of Senegalese migrant workers who worked on a tomato plantation in the west of Greece. The workers were owed wages –…
Our Big Gig

Our Big Gig, at The Tyne: Maling Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne Join us for a mini Crossings festival, featuring performances by The Crossings Band, the choir and a variety of instrumental groups plus world music DJ.There will also be participatory workshops for you to join in with and make some…