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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

This Refugee Week the theme is Courage 💛 Not just big moments, but everyday resilience: showing up, starting again, supporting others. 🎥 Watch our CEO Karen's message below #RefugeeWeek #Courage #SimpleActs

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Our CEO, Karen, wanted to take a moment to share a heartfelt thank you to our incredible volunteers this #VolunteersWeek 💛 🔗 actionfoundation.org.uk/thankyou-to-...

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

In our new blog, Stuart talks about what he does as a language and learning #volunteer, what motivates him, and how through #volunteering at Action Foundation, you get back as much as you give! actionfoundation.org.uk/volunteer-sp... #volunteersweek

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

To mark #VolunteersWeek, we invited our volunteers to share what volunteering means to them in a few words, adding their reflections to our Volunteer Tree as part of last week’s Volunteer Thank You event. It was wonderful to watch the tree grow as each new leaf was added throughout the event 🍃

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

To mark A Million Acts of Hope Week (13–20 May), we asked our staff and volunteers what hope means to them 💛 Here are just some of their inspiring responses 👇 @1mactsofhope.bsky.social Don't forget to sign the UK's biggest ever thank you card on their website 👉 millionactsofhope.org

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating! 🌙✨ From all of us here at Action Foundation, we wish you a joyful and peaceful Eid filled with togetherness, gratitude and hope.🧡🧡🧡

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

We recently attended some amazing #IWD events. On Friday, we joined the Women’s Homelessness Alliance conference. Yesterday, we were at Hay & Kilner’s International Women’s Day celebration, joining a panel inspired by #GivetoGain to highlight the strength of women in our community 🧡

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

It’s International Women’s Day on Sunday and this year the theme is #GivetoGain. 🧡 Our staff and volunteers are at the heart of this work. They stand beside women during some of their most vulnerable moments, offering guidance, advocacy and compassion. #GivetoGain | #IWD2026 | #GenderEquality

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

📢 Shout-out for donations 📢 We need toiletries for refugees and asylum seekers living in our accommodation. Can you help? Donations can be dropped off at City Church, Melbourne Street, Newcastle, NE1 2JQ from 9.30am to 4pm on week days - please label any bags 'For Action Foundation'. Thank you 🧡

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Happy Lunar New Year to all those celebrating 🥳🥳🥳 As we welcome the Year of the Horse 🐎🐎🐎, we recognise and celebrate the rich cultural traditions and meanings of this special time for many communities. 🧧✨

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

One of our InterAction drop-in volunteers, Idrees, got to try being a firefighter today when Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service came to visit. Mehrban Sadiq advised clients and volunteers about the Importance of smoke alarms and the need to check fire safety in rented accommodation.

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

The theme for #HolocaustMemorialDay 2026 is Bridging Generations. A call to action and reminder that the responsibility of remembrance doesn’t end with the survivors – it lives on through their children, their grandchildren and through all of us. #HMD2026 #HolocaustMemorialDay

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Some of our students got a glimpse into the beauty industry this week thanks to The National Beauty Academy Sunderland🙏 Employability Adviser Lucy said, "The participants appreciated the approachable manner of the facilitators of the beauty taster session. They came away wanting to learn more!"💄👄

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Look at these fantastic cards, made by refugee children and young people from our Young Lives project. 🎄🎄🎄 Some will be winging their way to donors who've selected a reward on our Stand With Refugees crowdfunder. Would you like one too? 🎅🎅🎅 Here's the link: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/stand-with...

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

This story is so heart warming, it will restore your faith in humanity. If Karim's journey inspires you too, then please donate to our Stand With Refugee Families crowdfunder. 🙏 actionfoundation.org.uk/karims-first...

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Today is #GivingTuesday - when we're all encouraged to do good. 🧡 We're so grateful to everyone who's donating to our Stand With Refugee Families winter appeal. 🙏 Every donation is doubled by Aviva Community Fund so your gift has twice the impact. www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/stand-with...

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Thank you to everyone who has already donated to our Stand With Refugee Families appeal! We're one third of the way to our target - can you help us get to £15k by Christmas & show refugees they are welcome here? 🙏🧡🙏 www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/stand-with...

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

As winter starts to bite, please think of the refugees and asylum seekers who depend on organisations like ours for food and shelter on a freezing cold day. Just £5 could buy a hot meal for someone at one of our winter Drop-ins. Visit www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/stand-with... Every donation doubled. 🙏

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Are you an experienced senior leader driven by values and impact? We're looking to find our next Chief Executive to lead our dynamic charity transforming the lives of refugees, asylum seekers and migrants across the Northeast. Find out more here: actionfoundation.org.uk/chief-execut...

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

A week today our CEO, Duncan, will be joining BBC presenters Matt and Anna in a 3-legged race for BBC Children in Need. You can hear our Young Lives manager Bridget talk about how CiN funding helps refugee & asylum seeking youngsters at this link from 2hrs 24 in: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

What an amazing day at the GNR! 🏅🌬️ We weren’t just blown away by the winds, but by the incredible support too. Huge thanks to our runners, with some smashing personal bests, and to everyone who sponsored them, together raising over £10.5K to support people seeking sanctuary in the North East. 💪🧡

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Pink hot chocolate and some fantastic henna designs marked the start of our new Wednesday Drop-in for refugee and asylum seeking women. The new female-only space will offer casework advice alongside fun activities 11am-1pm at CastleGate. Kids welcome.🧡

Woman does a henna tattoo on somebody's hand. A pink hot chocolate and cakes.

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

We're delighted to share that our brilliant Young Lives service has been awarded £120k over the next three years by BBC Children In Need. 🧡 This will make a huge difference to the lives of children & young people from asylum seeking & refugee families. 🙏🙏🙏 #youthwork #youngpeople #RefugeesWelcome

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Join us for a night of comedy this Refugee Week!🎤 Every ticket sold helps us continue our vital work with refugees across the North East.🙏 📆 Date: Monday 16th June 📍 Location: 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ 🕢 Time: 19:30 🎟️ Ticket Price: £15 Link: thecluny.com/listing/stan...

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

🏠 All this week we're highlighting the invaluable contribution of our philanthropic landlords who, last year, helped us house over 100 refugees. Here, Fiona explains why she became a landlord. Find out more on our website. #refugees #homelessness #togetherwithrefugees

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Alice is one of our amazing philanthropic landlords who changes lives by renting her property to us. Alice gets a commitment of monthly rent, we manage her property & refugees get the support they need. #TogetherWithRefugees #RefugeesWelcome #homelessness

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

Refugee homelessness CAN be tackled. Our philanthropic landlords are proving that. Last year we housed over 100 refugees thanks to their generosity. Watch Adam's story for more info. Please share @naccomnetwork.bsky.social @cityofsanctuaryuk.bsky.social

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

It’s 25° in Costa del Newcastle, but we’re already planning for winter! ❄️ We’d love local people, businesses & orgs to join our festive fundraising 🎄 In return, you'd get great comms💻 Interested? Email: fundraising@actionfoundation.org.uk Let’s make this winter warmer for refugees together! 🧡

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

A wonderful week of beach & surf trips 🏄‍♂️ Thanks to the Department for Education's #HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) programme, Newcastle City Council & Street Games UK. Our Young Lives project had SO MUCH FUN! 🧡

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Children & young people from our Young Lives service enjoyed a fantastic day at the beach yesterday! #HAF #RefugeesWelcome

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

Wishing all our BlueSky followers a very Happy Easter. Hope the Easter bunny hops your way! 🐰

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

This little boy couldn't wait to break into his Easter egg before our media volunteer, Rekar, took his photograph! 🤩 Every child visiting our Drop-in last week went home with an egg thanks to our amazing friends at Love Amelia & their supporters who gifted them to Action Foundation. 🙏🙏🙏

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

There's no Drop-in tomorrow (17th) or next Thursday (April 24) but we'll reopen after Easter on Thursday May 1st. Here's a piccy of this month's InterAction Drop-in Volunteers of the Week. A huge well done to (from left) Hussein, Rachel and Richard. Super proud of you all!🤩🤩🤩

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

We're thrilled to be the chosen charity for Black Bull Blaydon’s April & May pub quiz nights!🍻 Every £1 quiz entry helps supports refugees, asylum seekers & migrants across the North East.🧡 Join us every Tuesday at 7:30pm at The Black Bull Blaydon and let’s quiz for a great cause! 💥 #charityquiz

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 30/03/2025

Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating 🎉from all of us here at Action Foundation! 🧡

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

With Mother's Day coming up on Sunday, staff and volunteers were handing out gift bags to mums visiting our InterAction Drop-in today. Rozita, mum to six-year-old Danish, was amongst the lucky recipients. Huge gratitude from all at Action Foundation to @loveameliababybank for donating the gift bags.

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

🌟Volunteers of the Month!🌟 A huge congratulations to the barbers for being named Volunteers of the Month!🎉 Well done for all of your hard work and we are so grateful for all that you do!🧡 #volunteerappreciation #communityheros #makingadifference

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

So proud of our Young Lives ambassadors who've been on BBC Radio Newcastle today. 🧡You can listen again here from 2 hours 15 in: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

Well done to our volunteer and Lived Experience runner, Paul.🏃‍♀️ He's been putting in a lot of hard work, as seen at the South Shields parkrun last week! Want to run alongside Paul on 7th September as part of #TeamActionFoundation? Email fundraising@actionfoundation.org.uk 📧 #GNR2025

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Ramadan Mubarak to everyone celebrating! 🧡

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Huge thanks to @westendwomenandgirls for welcoming girls from our Young Lives project to their wonderful farm. They had a blast! @refugeestogether.bsky.social

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

It's just under 200 days until the GNR 2025🏃‍♀️ That's plenty of time to train up and run for a great cause! Join #TeamActionFoundation, and we’ll be here to support you every step of the way 🎉 Interested? Email fundraising@actionfoundation.org.uk 📧 #greatnorthrun #greatnorthrun2025

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

As the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine approaches next Monday, we spoke to Ukrainian Refugees Nina and Olia about how they’ve discovered a welcoming community at Action Foundation. #togetherwithrefugees #RefugeesWelcome #Ukraine

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

It was lovely showing MP @chionwurah.bsky.social our Digital Skills Workshop yesterday. Thanks to the Virgin Money Money Foundation for funding this project through the Improving Digital Skills Fund and for facilitating this meeting. Their ongoing support means a lot to us 🧡

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Huge thanks 🙏to the bound bookshop, #WhitleyBay, part of @forumbooks.bsky.social for sharing the love & displaying Valentine's Day 🧡 poems by our English language learners. They're on show all weekend - why not pop along? #TogetherWithRefugees #RefugeesWelcome 🧡

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Visitors to our InterAction Drop-in have been busy today decorating orange hearts for Valentine’s Day. Action Foundation is a proud member of the #TogetherWithRefugees coalition and Valentine’s Day has become an important day for refugee organisations to show support for people seeking sanctuary.

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

A group of students from one of our Language and Learning ESOL classes visited the treasures of the Laing Art Gallery with their teacher Libby Selman. Student Necati Kola said he'd particularly enjoyed seeing paintings of Newcastle from the past. * Photographs courtesy of Necati

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Happy Lunar New Year to all those celebrating. 🥳🥳🥳 If you'd like to join in the celebrations for Year of the Snake 🐍🐍🐍there's a spectacular parade in Newcastle this Sunday (Feb 2nd) starting at Greys Monument at 11.30am & culminating in the lion dance in Stowell Street. 🧡🧡🧡

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Action Foundation🧡 @actionfdn.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Today is #HolocaustMemorialDay, when we remember all those murdered during the Holocaust, Nazi persecution of other groups, and in more recent genocides in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur. Visit the @HMD_UK website to find out more: www.hmd.org.uk

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