RMC: THE REFUGEE AND MIGRANT CENTRE

Merry Christmas from our ESOL celebration! Our students had a fantastic afternoon of festive fun put on by their teachers after another successful year of learning. A huge thank you to our tutors for all their hard work all year round! #ESOL #Integration #Christmas #Festive

Volunteering! There are so many amazing people that give their time to RMC, and many other places to make a difference in the community.  It was inspirational to speak to so many people and so many organisations at the Wulfrun in Wolverhampton a few weeks ago.  It's never too late to start volunteering!

Should money be a barrier to family life? RMC contributed evidence in a recent report to highlight the profound challenges faced by families seeking reunification.  This article looks at the current system, the barriers and potential solutions.

RMC hero's! During our 25th celebration, we took a moment to celebrate a few names in particular that have given over 100 years in total to RMC! 👏👏 RMC really wouldn't be the same without them. Thank you Arten, Mohamed, Manoj, John & Martin 👏👏

Article: For many of our clients, family visas are a cornerstone for reuniting loved ones. The changing financial requirements however, are leaving families separated. We look at the impact and need for reform. #Immigration #Family #Humanrights

25 years and one week! 💃 We had such an incredible day last week marking 25 years of RMC supporting the community. Here's just a few snapshots of the day. But of course, we're not done yet! While there is still a need, we'll be there, doors open to support those that need.

It's definitely feeling festive now!  We had so much fun at the United Arts Christmas Fair, celebrating with so many families 🧡 #Christmas #Festive #Ukraine #Birmingham

🌟 Representing the Refugee and Migrant Centre at UA UK Christmas Art Fair 🌟 Today, I had the honor of representing the Refugee and Migrant Centre (RMC) alongside my colleagues at the UA UK Christmas Art Fair held at The Rep Theatre in Birmingham. This wonderful event brought together artists and communities to celebrate creativity, culture, and connection. With activities such as children’s drawing workshops, face painting, and beautiful crafts on display, the fair was a heartwarming reminder of the power of art to unite people from all walks of life. As a family support worker at RMC, I see firsthand how vital our organization is to the West Midlands. For over 20 years, RMC has been a pillar of hope for refugees and migrants, providing: ✅ Immigration and asylum advice ✅ Support with housing, education, and employment ✅ Health and well-being assistance ✅ Opportunities for integration and empowerment Our work is about more than just support; it’s about creating inclusive, thriving communities where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Events like this art fair are a perfect example of how embracing diversity makes our communities stronger.

RMC is one of the largest providers of free immigration advice in the UK, filling the critical gap left by the absence of legal aid for family visa applications. We've been looking into the impact of changes to the Minimum Income Requirement on families. Read the article at: https://lnkd.in/eaSxv3fV #HumanRightsDay2024 #HumanRightsDay #Immigration #LegalAid #Family