We asked our clients to tell us how we had helped them - here's some of the things they said: I'm amazed how the sessions helped me to feel confident again and how to handle the sadness. SOLACE was the only my Life Saver and I am proud to say with respect, because of SOLACE, I'm living today

@mindwellleeds.bsky.social Please help to share the fantastic resources on our website which can really help refugees and asylum seekers improve their mental health www.solace-uk.org.uk/training/hel... Topics include stress, sleep, and many more. This can really help over the holidays especially

We are feeling festive at Solace today and our office looks lovely. Looking forward to the performance by our drama group shortly.

Along with many others, Solace is very concerned about the proposed changes to the asylum system. We hope that common sense will prevail and the ideas will not be implemented. Read our initial response here: www.solace-uk.org.uk/difference-w...

A place to heal: How asylum accommodation re-traumatises torture survivors www.freedomfromtorture.org/news-and-sto... @freedomfromtorture.bsky.social

In her proposed changes to the asylum system the Home Secretary referred to the anger some people in the UK feel at the moment. People seeking protection in the UK are being used as scapegoats to deflect anger away from the problems that really need tackling. Communities need connecting not dividing

We know why people come to the UK: because they already have family here, they speak some English, or they have long-standing ties that help them rebuild their lives in safety.

Solace has been part of the wonderful Spring Project in Sheffield since 2018. We met up as partner organisations yesterday and it was fantastic to talk about how our shared values really shine through. "We do things differently because we see that it works!" www.vas.org.uk/what-we-do/s...

Stress Awareness Week is coming to an end But that doesn't mean people stop supporting you in your fight against stress We have many proven techniques to lower stress, sleep, relax, ease body tension, relieve headaches etc www.solace-uk.org.uk/training/hel... This video continues over there!

Separation from family members doesn’t just hurt emotionally; it stops people from being able to rebuild their lives. "You can’t settle into a new community, learn, work, or heal when part of you is still unsafe". Family reunion is critical for refugees. assets.redcross.org.uk/82b1e254-552...

Charities rely on their Trustees to set the direction of the organisation but also to step in to help with many practical things. I want to say a huge thank you to our inspirational Solace Trustees. They are a fantastic bunch of knowledgeable people, and they are incredibly supportive. THANK YOU!

Hey Keir Starmer, get the memo? We’ve delivered thousands of messages to Number 10 from our supporters, with the help of some digi-vans! People are fed up with politicians choosing failed policies and scapegoating over investing in all communities. Time for real change.

'28 days to destitution". Thankyou for outlining the huge challenges refugees face in the first month after getting their status. Its still shocking and good to be reminded how brutal this is.

This is a brilliant report by @freedomfromtorture.bsky.social which explains the reality of asylum accommodation and the impact on it has on the recovery process for survivors of torture. www.freedomfromtorture.org/sites/defaul...

Did you know you can support asylum seekers improve their mental health by using our video resources? www.solace-uk.org.uk/training/hel... Topics include stress, sleep, and many more. Tell us what issues you want help with and we will send a personalised response: forms.office.com/e/48CUYhBbF5

🔴 FALSE 🔴 The UK is behind France, Spain, Germany, Italy, Greece, Belgium, Switzerland, the Netherlands & more in asylum applications per capita While being the 2nd richest country in Europe

This statement from people living in asylum hotels in Greater Manchester is a compassionate response to the rise in violent protests written by people who are living it every day. I hope it leads to more nuanced conversations and understanding. Thankyou to everyone involved in putting it together.

Many countries have banned asylum seekers from working 🚨Not a single country saw a reduction in asylum cases the following few years, not even a simple correlation🚨 94% of asylum seekers want to work, if their work ban were lifted, they could add £333 million annually to the economy

Thankyou @imixuk.bsky.social for the workshop today sharing such useful information about crisis communications. Hearing about the abuse and misinformation charities have endured recently is shocking.

Toay is #worldmentalhealthday and Solace is stressing the word "world". Whoever you are and whatever your background we stand alongside you today with warm wishes and welcome.

There is so much focus on division so today it is great to come together with other charities, services and local authorities to discuss how we can provide welcome and safety. @migrationyorkshire.bsky.social

Today feels like a good day to remember that most of us believe in welcome 💜 Here are some of the thousands of messages we've received from supporters recently. We'll be delivering them to Number 10, because it seems the government needs this reminder too.

No refugee lives an easy life UK has stripped £5bn in aid including funds that work to prevent conflicts by 45% Slashing support in refugee hotspots and wanting there to be fewer refugees is comical Immigration is blamed when no country's research has come close to proving that immigration is bad

Maryam, an architect, left Afghanistan but it was art that freed her from her mental battle For a long time, she felt she couldn’t do anything useful She was able to express her feelings and take a break from her harsh reality We take this and combine it with proven therapeutic techniques

Asylum Seekers are easily blamed for problems they have no part in You can send a quick positive message or story about asylum seekers with this link and it will be delivered directly to 10 Downing Street! act.refugee-action.org.uk/page/175622/... All thanks to @refugeeaction.bsky.social

A court just gave these violent demonstrators what they wanted. After weeks of disorder, the Epping hotel won't house people seeking asylum. No one should have to live in hotels. But this sets a terrifying precedent. Government must step up to protect people from more violent demos.

We join 200+ organisations to stand in solidarity with those affected by the recent anti-refugee protests. We must stand in unity rather than division. Hope rather than hate. @refugeestogether.bsky.social #TogetherWithRefugees togetherwithrefugees.org.uk/far-right-re...

🚨 Vital conversations about violence against women are being hijacked by an anti-migrant agenda. We're one of 200 organisations working to end violence against women urging the government to address the harmful and dangerous weaponisation of VAWG #NotInOurName

Today there is a lot of attention on the hotels where families fleeing violence and war temporarily live. This is their home. Whilst there are calls for protests which spread fear, the need to be kind and demonstrate basic compassion is needed more than ever.

Our clinical director Anne, explains how the Solace Child and Family Well Being Support Service Prevented the separation of children from their parents To learn the specifics on how you can also prevent similar cases, please have a look at our new webinars www.solace-uk.org.uk/training/cfw...

If you work with refugees, our new webinars are some of the best free resources Understand refugee mental health, be trauma informed and help navigate the UK's complex systems With specific webinars each for education, health & social care professionals www.solace-uk.org.uk/training/cfw...

10,000s stood up to restore peace last year August 7th and it's happening again this year 7-10 August! We’re showing our neighbours, our MPs and the country just how much support for refugees there is! Get involved togetherwithrefugees.org.uk/welcome-weekend-2025/ #WelcomeWeekend @RefugeeTogether

Deborah Grossman our wonderful volunteer yoga teacher who delivered classes for over 2 years is moving on to new areas! We’re so incredibly grateful for how she was able to consistently lower stress, enhance well-being and build community for so many!

Syria’s new regime still has 10000s missing, torture and executions are still happening People are detained for their ethnicity and for simple coincidences Conflict has killed over 2800 civilians indiscriminately, just in 2025 The government is still planning on deporting some Syrians

Community is the lifeline of asylum seekers & refugees Making an enormous difference in navigating trauma, isolation, language barriers & all the numerous systems in the asylum process We provide various types of therapy groups & day trips along with motivation & access to attend other events!

This excellent blog post highlights the power of language and how public opinion is shaped by how a story is told. Understanding this is essential for building evidence-based and politically sustainable policies. Hurrah for calm and thoughtful narratives! ukandeu.ac.uk/how-small-bo...

Even the home office understands how at risk individuals who travel in small boats are Despite how rigid and unbending the asylum process is The normal acceptance rate is 49% #KeirStarmer #SmallBoats

Solace is one of 300 hundred organisations who signed this letter highlighting the impact of language and choice of words as well as the worrying aspects of the immigration white paper. #wordsmatter

81% in the UK - support asylum seekers working if they're waiting longer than 6 months for their claim Most wait longer & many much longer From YouGov docs.cdn.yougov.com/ihe1pmjsxm/Y... #LiftTheBan #Keir #Refugee

Thankyou @cityofsanctuaryuk.bsky.social for making this so simple. "The opposite of last summer's division isn't the absence of hostility, its the presence of active, intentional welcome". We will try and play our part

Our Play House performance was beautiful and ended with this amazing solo! Thanks to everyone who took part #OC #Art #Singing #Song #RefugeeWeek

Our CEO Kathryn in Birmingham today being the proud representative of Solace and collecting our Weston Charity Award. #westoncharityawards @westonfdn.bsky.social well done to all the recipients

It’s #RefugeeWeek! Our music group's performance at the Leeds Play House is at 1.30-2.00 tomorrow! Our clients' art is also displayed alongside others in the exhibition! It's all completely free on level 2 by the bar/kitchen stage! #Art #OC #Creativity #Theater

We’re so delighted to tell you our therapist Rose has won the “going the extra mile” award from the City of Bradford! For outstanding practice in improving the lives of refugee children! We will be posting photos from the ceremony soon!

Join LVIS for a networking event 2pm–5pm, followed by food & entertainment from 5pm-8pm. It’s going to be a great day of connection & celebration! 🗓️ Tuesday 17th June ⏰ 1:00pm - 8:00pm 📍 New Headingley Club, 56 Saint Michael’s Road, LS6 3BG More info: [email protected] / 0793 646 1442

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed the training. Our 'working with interpreters in a mental health setting' training is very popular. If other organisations are interested in this course you can find out more here www.solace-uk.org.uk/training/spe... and contact us to book.

Here is a sneak peek of our music group learning one part for their performance at the Play House next week for #RefugeeWeek Thursday, 19th, 1.30 pm at the Leeds Play House There will also be an exhibition with our clients' art too!

Our friends at TortureID are hiring a Development Manager to collaborate with their lead doctor to support the delivery of their strategic priorities Develop relationships & opportunities with the NHS, legal and 3rd sector organisations Mostly remote working tortureid.org/about/vacanc...