RAS Voice

Powerful racial justice talks at our Black History Month panel, co-hosted with Race Equity Network. A lecturer from @uniofreading.bsky.social @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social and our activists spoke about the need for action asylum seekers and racial justice @refugeeaction.bsky.social

Last week, RAS Voice attended the Unite the Union Conference in Harrogate. We had a stall and got to speak at a panel discussion about Racial Justice and Right to Work. @refugeeaction.bsky.social @unitetheunion.bsky.social

"As people who have rebuilt our lives here after fleeing conflict and persecution, we ask you to show the compassionate leadership we know you are capable of. " - Please sign our housewarming card to the new Prime Minister! @rasvoice.bsky.social act.refugee-action.org.uk/page/195459/...

Great to connect with @andyburnham.bsky.social to discuss the important barriers to integration. In May 2019, RAS Voice had the chance to meet with Andy Burnham and discuss about the "Lift the Ban" report. We're hopeful that he'll continues to be a true advocate for the people. #andyburnham

To the UK’s next Prime Minister: People seeking safety deserve a fair, compassionate asylum system—not hostile policies. It’s time to rebuild, protect, and listen to those who have lived experience. Read & share @refugeeaction.bsky.social's call to action: www.refugee-action.org.uk/to-britains-...

RAS Voice in Collaboration with CAN celebrated refugee week by running a panel discussion on "locked out locked up" report. The boldness of the panelists spoke about the issues of racism and the potential recommendation. The event was well attended and the participants got together to do dancing.

It was great to meet @seemasyeda.bsky.social from @jcwi-uk.bsky.social to discuss about People movement & migration

RAS Voice hosted a stall, led a workshop on the right to work ban, & Jonathan was a featured panelist to speak on Lift the Ban RAS Voice was so delighted to be part of the Union Movement Upcoming Events: National Teachers Union (July) & the main TUC Congress (September) @refugeeaction.bsky.social

Asylum in the UK is a racial problem. The right to vote is limited for certain migrants. On Monday, RAS Voice in partnership with Migrants Democracy Project attended the Mass Lobby Event on the Right to Vote for all migrants residents. @refugeeaction.bsky.social @liv-migrantdemos.bsky.social

RAS Voice attended @naccomnetwork.bsky.social annual conference. Here's a video of how RAS Voice Organizer, Jonathan, is part of the NACCOM Jigsaw Puzzle. @refugeeaction.bsky.social View blog: naccom.org.uk/blog-we-are-...

“Locked Out and Locked Up” Report is live! RAS Voice co researched the trend & asylum policies including criminalisation and border externalisation @refugeeaction.bsky.social Report: www.refugee-action.org.uk/lockedoutloc... Send an E postcard to your MP: act.refugee-action.org.uk/page/188948/...

RAS Voice together with 500,000 people united and sent a clear message to the far right. Blame the billionaires, not migrants! Thank you @togetheralliance.bsky.social for organizing this movement in London. @refugeeaction.bsky.social

Today, we’re showing up. For our neighbours. Our friends. Our family. And anyone who has been scapegoated by the far-right. Half a million strong. Together. This is just the beginning. #Together

RAS Voice March for UNITY with Together Alliance Rally! This street belongs to us! 📣 @togetheralliance.bsky.social @refugeeaction.bsky.social

RAS Voice joined the mass lobby at Westminster to #StandUpForMigrantRights We met @davidwilliamsmp.bsky.social @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social challenge the "Earned Settlement" plans. We won't let 1.35m people be pushed into uncertainty. Safety is not temporary! Drop the plans @refugeeaction.bsky.social

The UK foreign policy contributes to the push factors that force people to flee, yet we respond with draconian measures like the 30-month stay. Common sense dictates that the UK must assume responsibility for its role." — Yanick, RAS Voice. End the vicious cycle. #RefugeesWelcome

The conversation about housing is all wrong. For decades, governments haven’t built enough social homes. People are struggling. Yet refugees get blamed. Our new video flips the narrative and focuses on the real issue. Watch it. Share it. Let’s change the conversation.

Unity is stronger than division. That’s why we’ve formed Together Alliance with 50+ organisations and thousands of individuals — all pushing back against the far right. #Together we show where this country really stands. Join us: togetheralliance.org.uk

The Guardian reports far- right groups harassing people seeking safety in northern France, destroying water supplies and invading sleeping spaces. This is where the politics of division leads. We need leaders who choose hope and unity. Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4sRPMn2

'Our Side of the Story' Created by the Greater Manchester Asylum Hotels Group and Stand & Be Counted Theatre, this short film features people with lived experience of asylum hotels. The group is supported by us, and the film presents a spoken version of a statement they shared a few months ago.

It’s time to move from crisis to community. The current system is expensive, unsafe and unsustainable. Take action and Email your MP act.refugee-action.org.uk/page/181811/... Local homes, fair investment, and community-led planning offer a real path forward. A fairer future is possible.

Right now public money fuels private profit while people live in poor conditions. It hurts all our communities. Our report sets out a council-run alternative. Email your MP and ask them to speak about it in Parliament: https://bit.ly/4pFEXly

Stronger communities start with safe homes. Read the full report: www.refugee-action.org.uk/wp-content/u... A locally run housing system would keep public money in local areas, reduce hotel use and support people from day one. This is how we build dignity and belonging

Stronger communities start with safe homes. Read the full report: www.refugee-action.org.uk/wp-content/u... A locally run housing system would keep public money in local areas, reduce hotel use and support people from day one. This is how we build dignity and belonging

While headlines focus on how many people claim asylum in the UK, there's one number that's not even officially counted: The number of people who die while trying to seek sanctuary here. We know our policies kill people. Their deaths must not be ignored. #KnowTheirNames

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.

One way ticket to Rwanda: x.com/VoiceRas/sta...

We are deeply concerned by the Home Secretary’s move to suspend refugee family reunion. No one chooses to be apart from their loved ones. Family unity is a human right—central to healing, dignity, and belonging. Restore safe, legal routes now. #RefugeeRights @refugeeaction.bsky.social

"I did not come here seeking wealth or running from poverty. In fact, I had a stable life back in my country, Yemen. "What forced me to leave was not economic hardship, but persecution and fear for my safety and the safety of my family." www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

Catherine Lebadou's powerful words highlight how, even within a challenging system, individual acts of kindness from strangers can make all the difference. It's a moving reminder of the human capacity for compassion.

We agree! Make sure you get to Horizons Festival! 🤩 @refugeeaction.bsky.social’s ‘Asylum Justice is Racial Justice’ event last night was so powerful. Looking forward to the launch of WAST’s ‘More in Common’ exhibition this afternoon! 🧡

A truly inspiring day in London with our City of Sanctuary networks! It was amazing to see so many change-makers come together, sharing stories and igniting new ideas. We're united in transforming communities, one welcome at a time. Refugees are welcome Here!

Powerful day at the City of Sanctuary 20th anniversary conference! Our team led crucial workshops on asylum as a racial justice issue, sharing vital research & insights on the Asylum in the UK: A front line for racial Justice report. The work continues! #CityOfSanctuary"

Yesterday Together with Refugees and One Strong Voice launched the Lived Experience Leadership report with a panel featuring Eleanor Harrison, Jehangir Malik, Kolbassia Haoussou, and Reem Assil. The conversations were open, honest, and deeply reflective🧡 togetherwithrefugees.org.uk/report-launc...

Did you know you can invite Refugee Action campaigners to speak at your event? Our Speakers Community offer talks on how communities can take real action for refugees. We speak at universities, workplaces, schools & more. No audience is too big or too small. Book a talk ⬇️ bit.ly/4epvcn6