About - Herefordshire City of Sanctuary

Our work is undertaken by volunteers and all money raised or donated is spent entirely on the sanctuary seeking and resettled community.

IS a community organisation run by volunteers.
AIMS to turn the goodwill and compassion that exists locally into positive action for those seeking sanctuary, safety from violence, poverty and war
CONNECTS with families and individuals from many countries including people from Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Sudan, Syria and Ukraine.
RUNS a drop-in centre for refugees, migrants and volunteers. The Drop In Centre runs every Friday from 10am at the Friends Meeting House, King Street, Hereford.
OPERATES a Buddy Scheme to provide advocacy – one-to-one association and support, including form filling and appointments
OFFERS language support and lessons
OFFERS and funds driving lessons and funding for driving tests as a route to employment
PROVIDES recycled bicycles and associated equipment, maintenance workshops and cycling workshops for women
PROVIDES household goods
PROVIDES gardening support, equipment and maintenance to the resettled community to enable them to grow food
ORGANISES events and opportunities to socialise, play sport and celebrate
REACHES out to work with local groups, institutions, schools, cultural organisations, businesses and individuals to embed a culture of welcome and to create a network of support across our county
NETWORKS with other organisations and charities to signpost, assist, support and offer advice

You can download our Inclusion Policy here

You can download our Safeguarding Policy here.