We recognise the immense value that refugees and asylum seekers bring to our communities. Their diverse backgrounds and experiences contribute to the social, cultural, and economic fabric of our society. Through dedicated support programs, we aim to provide these individuals with the opportunities and resources they need to integrate, thrive, and make meaningful contributions through volunteering.
Summary: We call for support programs for refugees and asylum seekers to help them contribute to their communities.
The reason why: Refugees bring diversity and potential; they need support to integrate and thrive.
- Increase funding for programmes specifically designed to support the integration and empowerment of refugees and asylum seekers.
- Foster community-led initiatives that promote understanding, respect, and cohesion between refugees, asylum seekers, and host communities.
- Providing a sense of belonging
Creating tolerant communities
Helping people settle and therefore take ownership and responsibility for adding value to community - Helping navigate unfamiliar culture, systems and challenges
- Promoting good citizenship across communities and developing global perspectives
The Inspire Project was developed to meet the clear need of supporting young New Scots refugee’s and asylum seekers, to overcome the barriers faced with relocating and living in a new city (Edinburgh and Dundee), helping New Scots to thrive and play an active role in their new communities.
