🍁 Welcome back to our Ukrainian group ❤️ This week we enjoyed painting by numbers, along with some delicious cake 🍰 🎨

🌱 If you’re passionate about gardening, or a complete newbie who wants to learn, join our new Wellbeing Gardening Group! Everyone is welcome, as long as they are 18+ 🪴 There are limited spaces for this group, so please sign up by emailing [email protected]

The September to December 2025 Timetable - For more information on individual classes and services, including how to sign up, please visit our website or call 0113 244 9600 https://leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk/activity-timetable/

The September to December 2025 Timetable - For more information on individual classes and services, including how to sign up, please visit our website or call 0113 244 9600 leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk

Autumn has arrived! We're excited to start this new term with a jam-packed timetable, offering everything from advocacy to wellbeing. Our team is here as always to assist refugees and asylum seekers in Leeds with learning English, looking after their mental health, and being a part of a community ❤️🏡

Arab Bazaar Leeds Family Event Saturday 20/09/25 2pm - 7pm Trinity Community Hall, Memorial Dr, LS6 4LF Join us for a vibrant cultural bazaar celebrating Arab heritage and community spirit! Open to collaborate with organisations supporting meaningful causes 07436481992 / [email protected]

🧑‍🎓 VOLUNTEER AS AN ENGLISH TEACHER 🧑‍🏫 LRF is looking for ESOL volunteer teachers to support people learning English as a Once a week (1.5-hour class + some preparation time) Where: Leeds Refugee Forum

Calling all youths! Do you want to learn about what opportunities are available for your future? Are you wondering about the world of work, or further education?Come to our event in partnership with Eritrean Cultural Centre, on Thursday 14/08, 1:00pm, Leeds Refugee Forum to learn whats available.

✉️ Psst... are you subscribed to our newsletter? 🤔 It's a great way to find out about what we're up to. Follow this link to receive email updates: http://eepurl.com/hsup9H

☀️ Come along to East End Park this Saturday for a family fun day, full of food, stalls, craft and more ☀️ 🎟️ Free entry! 🗓️ Saturday 19th July ⏰ 12pm - 4pm

#Refugee World Cup is well under way in #Leeds,... & @leedsrefugeeforum.bsky.social getting geared up for the food rush.

#RefugeeWeek2025 🇺🇦

This Refugee Week, we once again saw the power of community and connection. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us! Our staff, volunteers, partner organisations, and most importantly, the people at the heart of our mission. #RefugeeWeek2025

Between the past & the unknown future, between loss & hope, lies the refugee experience - a space of transition, memory & resilience. Between Two Worlds invites artists to reflect on this space through personal, political or poetic lenses Friday 20th June From 9am RETAS, 233-237 Roundhay Rd, LS84HS

Join LASSN for a night of films showcasing perspectives on life as a refugee/asylum seeker from around the world. Thursday 19th June 6:00pm Archive, Kirkstall Road, LS3 1HD www.eventbrite.com/e/lassn-refugee-week-short-film-festival-tickets-1381952780969 contact [email protected] for ticket help

A great start to Refugee Week! We hope everyone enjoyed Burmantofts Community Festival as much as we did - it was a fantastic day of sharing culture and celebrating community ☀️ 🎉

@retasleeds.bsky.social are screening a very special film - ‘Life is Beautiful: A Letter to Gaza’, for our community with an art workshop beforehand to express ourselves. Free to all. Thursday 19th June 6:00 pm St Luke’s Church, Malvern Rd, LS11 8PD More info: [email protected] / 07523911196

A safe & inclusive space for individuals from diverse backgrounds to discuss mental health. Refreshments provided & travel expenses reimbursed. Thursday 19th June 10am-12:30pm One Community Centre, Cromwell Street, LS9 7SG More info: 01132449600 / [email protected]

Our youth group will celebrate their achievements with international games, cultural activities + a safety talk by community partners + local police. Wednesday 18th June 5:00pm - 7:30pm One Community Centre, Cromwell Street, LS9 7SG More info: 01132449600 / [email protected]

Honouring our ESOL group's hard work with foods from everyones' countries of origin. This event is only for LRF ESOL students, staff and volunteers. Wednesday 18th June 12 noon - 2:30pm One Community Centre, Cromwell Street, LS9 7SG More info: 01132449600 / [email protected]

Join Thackray Museum for an evening of live poetry & spoken word from writers who took part in a creative writing session, + an exhibition of poems around the museum. Wednesday 18th June Doors 5:30pm, performances 6pm-8pm Thackray Museum of Medicine LS97LN More info: [email protected]

LASSN and @retasleeds.bsky.social , Hyde Park Picture House + @leedsfilmfest.bsky.social present a special screening of ‘We Dare To Dream’ + panel discussion from those with lived experience. Tickets PAYF. Wednesday 18th June 6:30pm Hyde Park Picture House, LS61JD hpph.co.uk/films/we-dare-to-dream-2

Refugee week begins today! How are you celebrating?

An exploration of North African creativity in the North West of England, Leeds and beyond. Organised by Leeds International African Arts Festival. 🗓️ Tuesday 17th June ⏰ 10:30am - 12:30pm, 📍 Leeds Civic Hall, Calverley Street, LS1 1UR www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/who-am-i-north-african-narratives

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

Open to everyone, this workshop teaches how to speak up for your rights in order to access services and get the support you need. 🗓️ Tuesday 17th June ⏰ 10:00am - 12:00 noon 📍 One Community Centre, Cromwell Street, LS9 7SG More info: 01132449600 / [email protected]

LRF Homework Club will be celebrating with flag decorating, face painting, snacks and games! This event is only for children from the Homework Club, parents/ guardians, volunteers & staff. 🗓️ Tuesday 17th June ⏰ 4:30pm - 7:00pm 📍 One Community Centre, Cromwell Street, LS9 7SG

🌼Save the date: Family Flourish Day is back!🌼 Join us on 22 June, 4–8pm in the Roxby Community Garden for an evening of food, music, activities, stalls, and celebration during Refugee Week. Come dance, eat, play & soak up the atmosphere - everyone is welcome! Full line-up coming soon.

Join Meeting Point  for an afternoon of socialising, a hot meal, food parcels, and a welcoming environment to connect and celebrate. 🗓️ Monday 16th June ⏰ 2:30pm – 4:30pm 📍 Christ Church, Armley Ridge Road, Leeds, LS12 3LE  More info: 0113 8245829/ [email protected]

🎉 Reminder to join us today at Burmantofts Community Festival! 🎉 A free fun day out for all the family! Celebrating cultures through food, music, dance, crafts and more ☀️ Today, 12:00pm - 4:00pm In Haslewood Park (off Torre Road, LS9 7UZ)

Community is a superpower! 🦸‍♂️ 🦸‍♂️ 🦸‍♀️ This years Refugee Week, we're celebrating the power of community - by working together and supporting each other, we can overcome struggles and bring joy to our lives ❤️

🌟 Happy Eid from Leeds Refugee Forum! 🌙

Join us at Burmantofts Community Festival! A free fun day out for all the family! Celebrating cultures through food, music, dance, crafts and more. Plenty of activities for children, + local councillors will be in attendance. Saturday 14th June 12:00pm-4:00pm Haslewood Park (off Torre Road, LS9 7UZ)

Zumba for life ✨ Our women’s wellbeing started their first Zumba session on Thursday, part of a new collaboration between our org and @intouchhealthandhealing who are kindly funding the session 🙏🏼🦋 If you would like to take part please email: [email protected]

Award winning barbers Danyal's is offering free haircuts to asylum seekers and refugees who can’t afford to have one, you can join the queue for free hair cut every Tuesday & Thursday 2pm - 4pm, at our community centre, 5 Cromwell St, Leeds LS9 7SG Or message @danyals_danyals on Instagram💈

Yesterday we held a powerful session on Grooming & Child Exploitation with 27 attendees, many new to the topic. Huge thanks to Chloe, Louise, Beverley & all supporters. Your efforts are making a real impact in building safer communities. We're committed to continuing this vital work.

We have a new service available at the community centre! Pop in on Monday 2-4 or Friday 2:30-4:30 to use our tablets - you can browse the internet and enjoy some free tea and biscuits. If you need help using the tablets, one of our friendly volunteers will help you. No need to book, just come in! 💻

📢 Our friends @teesofsolidarity are recruiting for the 2025/26 student cohort! 📢 SolidariTee is a volunteer-run movement led by students and self-identifying young people who share a commitment to standing in solidarity with displaced people. Learn more: www.solidaritee.org.uk

✨ One month until Refugee Week! ✨16th – 22nd June 2025 This years theme is Community as a Superpower. Learn more here: https://refugeeweek.org.uk/theme-of-refugee-week-2025-community-as-a-superpower/

Volunteer at one of our ESOL classes! No teaching experience is required - just fluency in English. We have 5 classes a week for different abilities, ranging from new speakers to intermediate. Sign up here: leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk/volunteer-at-leeds-refugee-forum

Our Ukrainian Wellbeing Group has brought the Easter spirit to life! They created beautiful handmade decorations and transformed our Space into a cozy, festive corner full of warmth and creativity. Huge thanks to everyone who took part — your talent and care shine through every detail!

Volunteer with us! Tutor Maths and English to primary school aged children at our Homework Club. No teaching experience is required - just basic Maths and English skills! To sign up visit leedsrefugeeforum.org.uk/volunteer-at-leeds-refugee-forum

@mentalhealthleeds.bsky.social @leedsrefugeeforum.bsky.social @forumcentral.bsky.social @lypftresearch.bsky.social @leedshcp.bsky.social

Our friends @migranthelp.bsky.social are able to support applying for eVisas. They can arrange an appointment with you or let you know about drop in sessions ☎️ Phone: 07483 170100 ✉️ Email: [email protected] 💻 Online referral form: www.migranthelpuk.org/forms/transition-to-evisa-support

🐣 Happy Easter! 🌸

We are gathering views and opinions from the local community, for an NHS Health Check listening session. We are particularly interested in hearing from African males aged 40+. Wednesday 16th April, 10:00am - 11:30am One Community Centre, Cromwell Street,  Leeds LS9 7SG

On Monday we are running an e-Visa help session - drop in to receive support in creating your e-Visa. Please bring your ID documents. You will need access to a smartphone and an email address. Monday 14th April, 10am - 1pm

Reflecting on our International Women’s Day party last month! 🌟 💖 We're grateful for everyone who came together to celebrate the amazing women involved in LRF. Let's keep lifting each other up, today and always! ✨💪

We are in search of a toaster - if you have one to donate, please drop it off at One Community Centre, Cromwell Street, Leeds LS9 7SG or get in touch on 0113 244 9600 / [email protected] 🙏