Manchester City of Sanctuary is a Manchester based charity working with asylum seekers and refugees seeking sanctuary in Greater Manchester, most of whom are vulnerable and face challenges in building new homes. We advocate for an inclusive and welcoming space for sanctuary seekers with the ambition of putting them at the heart of all that we do. Our Streams of Sanctuary work directly supports in delivering this, whilst we work in partnership with other organisations to build a positive ecosystem of support for those we serve
Altrincham Baptist Church are a large Christian evangelical church situated on Hale Road in Altrincham. In 2007 the church took over a large old community centre which it renamed ‘The Hub’ and repurposed as a new community base. We offer many activities for all ages throughout the week, from Art Class to Toddler Group, Knit and Natter to Journalling.
Rainbow Haven is a community hub based in East Manchester, providing community drop-in sessions that offers support and activities for refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants. When we are open (Tuesday-Thursday) you can join classes and activities (including English classes and referrals to support to find work), have a hot drink and a lunchtime meal, and meet up with other people.
We can also give you information about all our other activities, including: English classes, maths classes, arts and crafts, choir, gardening, computer club, and Mama and Baby Group. Our advice drop-in (Tuesday and Thursdays only) can offer support with destitution, housing and benefits advice and more.
ESOL classes (registration needed)
Beginner/Entry 1, Tuesdays 10-12
Complete beginner/Pre-Entry, Wednesdays 10-12
Intermediate/Entry 2-3, Thursdays 10-12
Drop-in:
Conversation class, all levels, Tuesdays 1-3
Writing practice, beginners, Thursdays 10-12
All sessions are rolling and take place during Manchester term-time.
Boaz Trust provides accommodation for those who are destitute. Boaz also provides floating support.
Revive is an independent community project providing free support, advice and advocacy for refugees and people seeking asylum across Manchester and Salford. Our holistic, long term services support people of all faiths, ethnicities and nationalities on their journey of integration in their new communities.
Revive provides a range of support including general advice that covers housing, finance, health and legal support. They also provide women’s service and domestic abuse support
Survivors Manchester provides support to survivors of sexual violence across Greater Manchester. Survivors Manchester hold a drop in service every Monday from 2pm until 6pm. Support provided can either be 1 to 1 or in a group setting.
Visible Outcomes provides general support and training opportunities