We aim to remove the obstacles to young refugees and asylum-seekers’ education and well-being through mentoring, advocacy, and financial support.
We believe in a world in which every young person seeking safety in UK has the opportunity to access education and receive the holistic support they need to achieve their goals and reach their full potential.
We support young people to settle into the UK through tailored one-to-one support and advice.
Learn MoreWe provide financial support and advocacy to those who cannot access education due to financial hardship
Learn MoreThe Grants and Advocacy Programme supports young people with insecure immigration status in the UK to access and complete higher and further education through the provision of small bursaries and tailored advocacy support. Applications are now open for courses starting or continuing from September 2025.
Check out the eligibility and FAQs hereAcross 2023-24, we worked with 182 young people through mentoring, advocacy, and financial support.
young people were able to access education after receiving a grant from us
of young grantees felt supported to pursue their long-term career and educational options
young people received one-to-one mentoring from a dedicated volunteer mentor
of mentees improved their English language and communication skills
Frank arrived in the UK seeking asylum when he was just 20 years old. After years of upheaval and instability, Frank was desperate to get back into education and pursue his dream of becoming a doctor.
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Learn MoreWe want to thank all the individuals, trusts, foundations and companies who have supported our work.