Unaccompanied Children Information session- IOM UK
This session will cover the experiences and background of unaccompanied children (UASC). The session content will focus on how unaccompanied children fit within the global context of migration, how children become unaccompanied, routes and journeys of unaccompanied children, situations in Europe, and mental health and wellbeing of unaccompanied children. This session will be participatory and rely heavily on participant engagement through case studies and discussion.
Audience
Social workers, leaving care and asylum leads, education, health, placement providers including supported accommodation, residential and foster carers and supported lodgings householders.
Delivered by: International Organisation of Migration (IOM)
Dates and times: To be confirmed.
Delivery: Virtual and in person. The content is the same on all dates, so it is not necessary to attend more than one session.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Booking: Look out for the for Eventbrite link here (when the course is uploaded).
Country specific information sessions- IOM UK
Afghanistan
Afghanistan Information Session Part 1: Geography, History, Current Events and Services
This session’s content will focus primarily on the geography and history of Afghanistan, as well as Afghan’s experiences in conflict. The session will also look at the services (including education and health care) Afghans may be used to and their expectations around accessing those services in Afghanistan. This session will be participatory and rely heavily on participant engagement through case studies and discussion.
Afghanistan Information Session Part 2: Cultural Norms, Family and Social Life
This session’s content will focus primarily on Afghan cultural norms, practices, family, and social life. This session will be participatory and rely heavily on participant engagement through case studies and discussion, therefore we highly encourage participants to come prepared to have their cameras on during the session.
Audience: social work practitioners, leaving care and asylum leads, education, health, placement providers including supported accommodation, residential, foster carers and supported lodgings householders.
Delivered by
International Organisation of Migration (IOM)
Duration: Half a day per session. You need to attend both parts 1and 2 to get the breadth of knowledge on the country.
Dates and times: To be confirmed.
Delivery: Virtual and in person. The content is the same on all dates, so it is not necessary to attend more than one session.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Booking: Look out for the for Eventbrite link here (when the course is uploaded).
Iran
IOM UK Iran Information Session Part 1: Geography, History, Current Events and Services
In this session, we will delve into the historical context and contemporary events in Iran. Additionally, we will explore the challenges faced by displaced Iranians. Our discussion will encompass their interactions with various services. This participatory session will heavily rely on engaging case studies and discussions.
IOM UK Iran Information Session Part 2: Cultural Norms, Family and Social Life
This session will primarily focus on different aspects of Iranian society, culture, and communication within the community. This participatory session will heavily rely on engaging case studies and discussions.
Audience: Social workers, leaving care and asylum leads, education, health, placement providers including supported accommodation, residential, foster carers and supported lodgings householders.
Delivered by
International Organisation of Migration (IOM)
Duration: Half a day per session. You need to attend both parts 1and 2 to get the breadth of knowledge of the country.
Dates and times: To be confirmed.
Delivery: Virtual and in person. The content is the same on all dates, so it is not necessary to attend more than one session.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Booking: Look out for the for Eventbrite link here (when the course is uploaded).
Sudan
IOM UK Sudan Information Session Part 1: Geography, Society, Current Events and Cultural Norms
This session’s content will focus primarily on Sudan’s geography, history, and current events. This session will also discuss Sudanese society and the cultural norms of the Sudanese community both within Sudan and living in neighbouring countries. This session will be participatory and rely heavily on participant engagement through case studies and discussion.
IOM UK Sudan Information Session Part 2: Experiences in Displacement and Services
This session’s content will focus primarily on experiences that the Sudanese communities may face in displacement within and outside their country of origin. This session will also focus on the Sudanese community’s experiences with services both while in displacement and in their country of origin. This session will be participatory and rely heavily on participant engagement through case studies and discussion.
Audience: Social workers, leaving care and asylum leads, education, health, placement providers including supported accommodation, residential, foster carers and supported lodgings householders.
Delivered by
International Organisation of Migration (IOM)
Duration: Half a day per session. You need to attend both parts 1and 2 to get the breadth of knowledge of the country.
Dates and times: To be confirmed.
Delivery: Virtual and in person. The content is the same on all dates, so it is not necessary to attend more than one session.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Booking: Look out for the for Eventbrite link here (when the course is uploaded).
Eritrea
IOM UK Eritrea Information Session: Geography, History and Experiences with Services
This session’s content will focus primarily on the geography, topography and history of Eritrea. In addition to this, the session will also cover experiences with services that the Eritrean community may face, both within and outside their country of origin. This session will be participatory and rely heavily on participant engagement through case studies and discussion.
Audience: Social workers, leaving care and asylum leads, education, health, placement providers including supported accommodation, residential, foster carers and supported lodgings householders.
Delivered by
International Organisation of Migration (IOM)
Duration: Half a day per session. You need to attend both parts 1and 2 to get the breadth of knowledge of the country.
Dates and times: To be confirmed.
Delivery: Virtual and in person. The content is the same on all dates, so it is not necessary to attend more than one session.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Booking: Look out for the for Eventbrite link here (when the course is uploaded).
Kurdish
IOM UK Kurdish Information: Experiences in Conflict and Displacement, Cultural Norms and Family Life
This session’s content will focus primarily on experiences that Kurdish communities may face in different conflicts in the different countries where they live. It will also discuss the experiences Kurds may face in displacement within and outside their countries of origin. Finally, this session will focus on the cultural norms that may be common in the Kurdish community across Turkey, Syria, Iraq and Iran. This session will be participatory and rely heavily on participant engagement through case studies and discussion.
Audience: Social workers, leaving care and asylum leads, education, health, placement providers including supported accommodation, residential, foster carers and supported lodgings householders.
Delivered by: International Organisation of Migration (IOM)
Duration: Half a day per session. You need to attend both parts 1and 2 to get the breadth of knowledge of the country.
Dates and times: To be confirmed.
Delivery: Virtual and in person. The content is the same on all dates, so it is not necessary to attend more than one session.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Booking: Look out for the for Eventbrite link here (when the course is uploaded).
Iraq
IOM UK Iraq Information: History, Experiences in Conflict and Displacement, Cultural Norms and Family Life
This session’s content will cover the history and current events of Iraq, as well as experiences Iraqis may face in displacement. The session will discuss the cultural norms and behaviours of the Iraqi community and cover experiences with accessing services. This session will be participatory and rely heavily on participant engagement through case studies and discussion.
Audience: Social workers, leaving care and asylum leads, education, health, placement providers including supported accommodation, residential, foster carers and supported lodgings householders.
Delivered by: International Organisation of Migration (IOM)
Duration: Half a day per session. You need to attend both parts 1and 2 to get the breadth of knowledge of the country.
Dates and times: To be confirmed.
Delivery: Virtual and in person. The content is the same on all dates, so it is not necessary to attend more than one session.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Booking: Look out for the for Eventbrite link here (when the course is uploaded).
attend Part 1 and Part 2 on more than one date.
Vietnam
IOM UK Vietnam Information Session
Vietnam, a nation steeped in rich history and cultural diversity, awaits exploration. Our Vietnam Culture Orientation Session aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of Vietnamese culture. The session will cover various aspects, including:
- Vietnamese History and Core Values: Delve into the historical tapestry that defines Vietnam’s identity.
- Social Norms and Etiquette: Understand the unwritten rules that govern interactions in Vietnamese society.
- Communication Styles: Explore the nuances of how Vietnamese people express themselves.
- Customs and Traditions: Discover the vibrant rituals and practices that shape daily life.
- Family Dynamics and Access to Services: Learn about family structures and essential services available to Vietnamese communities.
- Migration History and Trafficking: Uncover the complexities of migration patterns and challenges faced by Vietnamese migrants.
- Vietnamese Diaspora in the UK: Explore the vibrant community of Vietnamese residing in the United Kingdom.
This interactive session will rely heavily on participant engagement, featuring case studies and discussions
Audience: Social workers, leaving care and asylum leads, education, health, placement providers including supported accommodation, residential, foster carers and supported lodgings householders.
Delivered by: International Organisation of Migration (IOM)
Duration: Half a day per session. You need to attend both parts 1and 2 to get the breadth of knowledge of the country.
Dates and times: To be confirmed.
Delivery: Virtual and in person. The content is the same on all dates, so it is not necessary to attend more than one session.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Booking: Look out for the for Eventbrite link here (when the course is uploaded).
Syria
IOM UK Syria Information Session
This session’s content will focus primarily on experiences that Syrian communities may face in conflict, as well as the experiences Syrians may face in displacement within and outside Syria. It will also discuss Syrian cultural norms, customs and behaviours, as well as family and social life in Syria. The session will also cover experiences Syrian’s may have had with accessing services such as healthcare and education. This session will be participatory and rely heavily on participant engagement through case studies and discussion.
Audience: Social workers, leaving care and asylum leads, education, health, placement providers including supported accommodation, residential, foster carers and supported lodgings householders.
Delivered by: International Organisation of Migration (IOM)
Duration: Half a day per session. You need to attend both parts 1and 2 to get the breadth of knowledge of the country.
Dates and times: To be confirmed.
Delivery: Virtual and in person. The content is the same on all dates, so it is not necessary to attend more than one session.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Booking: Look out for the for Eventbrite link here (when the course is uploaded).
Good Practice in Caring for Migrant Children who Arrive Unaccompanied in the UK
The 2-hour webinar will provide existing and prospective carers including supported lodgings host with the information they need to start providing care and support to separated migrant young people.
By the end of the webinar, you will:
- Familiarise yourself with the demographic characteristics of young individuals who require care,
- Understand why young people might leave home,
- Understand how young people can become separated,
- Have an understanding of some common migration routes to the UK,
- Gain insight into welcoming and supporting young people who are newly arrived in the UK,
- Be able to identify and meet young people’s immediate needs.
Audience: Foster carers and supported lodgings host, including newly approved foster carers and supported lodging host and for prospective carers from the assessment stage to panel.
Duration: 2 hours
Delivery/ Location: Online via Team
Dates and time: TBC, there will be day sessions and evening sessions available.
Booking: Look out for the for Eventbrite link here (when the course is uploaded).
Understanding the Asylum Process for separated young people and how to best support young people with the process- GMIAU.
The course is aimed at social work practitioners, social work managers and other front-line practitioners involved with or having responsibility for supporting Unaccompanied Children with the asylum application/ legal process. It is a very good follow on if you have attended the IOM information sessions on Unaccompanied Children journey/ experiences–to optimally support UASC in your care, though you do not need to have attended the IOM Unaccompanied Children session to do this course.
Audience: Local authority colleagues including social workers, leaving care and asylum leads, external placement providers including supported accommodation, residential and fostering, foster carers and supported lodgings householders.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Online via Team
Dates and time: 4th September; 6th November; 8th January 2025; 5th March; 7th May; 9th July
Booking: 4th September
6th November https://www.eventbrite.com/e/908224292307?aff=oddtdtcreator
The information content is the same therefore it is not necessary to attend more than one session.