Join our welcoming network of refugee and asylum-seeking women in the UK
We support refugee and asylum-seeking women to rebuild their lives in the UK, on their own terms.We offer free weekly activities at our community space including English classes, digital skills, creative and wellbeing sessions, referrals, and campaigning opportunities to support women to build confidence, develop skills, and create meaningful connections.You can join our network, or refer someone to us, by completing our Referral Form.
How to join, or refer someone to, our network
Step 1
Our network is open to women:
- Over the age of 18
- Who are claiming asylum in the UK, or
- Have received refugee status in the past 2 years
- Who are London-based, and
- Want to join our weekly activities
Step 2
To join our network, or to refer someone to join, please fill out our Referral Form.
If you have any questions, please contact our Grassroots team:
Phone: +44 (0)7832 625011
Email: grassroots@refugeewomen.co.uk
Step 3
We will get in touch with you to complete the registration.
Please note that there may a delay in responding to you, we appreciate your patience.
We will then share an invitation to our weekly in-person and online activities.
We look forward to welcoming you to our network!
“Being part of drama has restored my life. It has given me skills, a voice and I am now part of a lovely family. I’m not alone anymore.”
"I came here with tears and left with laughter. I am really happy in myself now."
Find out more about our weekly activities
Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs
Do I need to speak English to join Women for Refugee Women?
No. Whatever your level of English, you are welcome to join our community.
We offer different levels of English classes where you can learn and practice your English in a friendly and supportive environment.
Our community brings together women from over 44 different countries who speak hundreds of different languages.
What if I can't afford travel to Women for Refugee Women's community space?
Our activities are free and we provide support to enable women to attend our in-person activities (within London Zones 1 – 9).
We want to make sure that the cost of travlling to and from our community space does not prevent anyone from taking part.
I have children. Can I join the network and activities?
Our activities take place during school term time and our sessions take place between 10:30am and 4:00pm. Many of our sessions take place during school hours.
Children are not allowed to attend our activities and we do not provide childcare during activities. However, mothers with babies and young children are welcome to join our weekly coffee morning on Tuesdays.
Our activities do not run during school holidays or half-term breaks.
Can more than one member of a family join Women for Refugee Women's network?
Yes. More than one woman from the same family can join our network, as long as each person meets our eligibility criteria and joins our network via our referral form.
How many activities can I take part in?
There is something for everyone with a range of activities to choose from depending on your interests and needs. You can take part in up to three activities each week.
Please note that activities must be registered for once you are signed up as a member of our network.
What other support do you offer?
As well as our weekly creative and educational activities, Women for Refugee Women provides high-quality legal advice, by appointment, as well as holistic referral support to ensure women are signposted to the relevant services, organisations, and opportunities.
Our team will listen to what you need and help you find the most appropriate support available.