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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

What silly ideas are grabbing headlines today. Does this sound like a country that will stand for mass deportations, scrapping human rights and abandoning fellow human beings fleeing war and violence?

The image features two photographs. The top left shows a person holding a sign that reads, "Honk if you support Refugees." In the upper right, text says, "There are far more good people who care than those that don't." The bottom photograph shows several people holding signs, including one that reads, "Refugees Welcome." The text overlay states, "Most Brits say they are proud of Britain's history of offering asylum to people fleeing war, persecution or serious danger." The background is black with a collage style.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

How have we reached a point where headlines about “anti-migrant activists” are everywhere? When the language of “protest” or “activist” is used it ushers in the belief that people's humanity is up for debate. It’s time to call these activities what they are.

This image collage contrasts two sets pf photos. The top section shows a diverse group of protestors holding signs supporting migrants, with text reading "This is a protest." They are smiling, their signs are colourful and say things like "care, hope and welcome". The text overlaid says "this is a protest". The bottom section shows a crowd at the recent actions in Gosport and Dover where people are marching on the street all dressed in black. The text overlaid says "This is a hate march."

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

We came to Number 10 with a housewarming gift - 8,450+ names calling for an asylum system built on welcome, fairness and dignity. And we brought the key to a better asylum system with us! Seemore in our blog: www.refugee-action.org.uk/in-westmi…

Jonathan and his fellow campaigner look elated, waving signs which say "a key to a better asylum system". Big ben is behind them.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

To refugees: you are welcome here. We stand with you. Your safety matters. People wearing masks, marching through our streets and stoking fear, are unacceptable. It’s more than “thuggery”. It’s racism, walking boldly through our communities. And it's emboldened by political rhetoric.

The image features a black and white background with people holding signs. Overlaid text reads, "DON'T MAKE RACISM MORE WELCOME THAN REFUGEES."

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Together, you’ve raised over £33,212.92 so far for people seeking safety in the UK via our BBC Radio 4 Appeal! 💚 Thank you to everyone who tuned in, donated and shared. Because of you, more people seeking safety can access the support they need to rebuild their lives.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

75 years ago, countries promised to protect people fleeing persecution. Today, the government's Immigration and Asylum Bill risks weakening that promise by making protection more temporary and refugees' futures more uncertain. The Refugee Convention still matters. We must uphold it.

Infographic titled 'Moments That Changed the World' with a timeline featuring notable events: the invention of writing around 3400 BCE, papermaking around 105 CE, the first vaccine in 1796, the 1951 Refugee Convention, and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948. Includes illustrations and text annotations.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

The housing emergency has created an expensive, poor quality and divisive asylum accommodation system. So 51 organisations have written to Andy Burnham to tell him he already has the answers to housing all people in need. Our letter is on his desk. bit.ly/4fRRMHw

Image of Andy Burnham in a a suit standing next to large text addressing him. The text says:
Dear Andy Burnham,
You say Britain needs more social housing.
You say communities need more local power.
You say public services should be for the public, not profits.
We say, don't discriminate and apply these principles to all people, including people seeking safety.
51 organisations have written to you.
The letter is on your desk.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

It's one of the most common questions about asylum. Refugees don't just need safety. They need family, community and the chance to rebuild their lives. International law doesn't require people to seek asylum in the first safe country they reach. History shapes journeys.

This image features bold white text on a black background: "Why don't refugees stay in the first safe country?" There's a textured question mark. Below, a hand is pointing upward against a background of clouds.

Black background with two sections labeled "False" and "True." Under "False," a red X and the text: "Refugees must claim asylum in the first safe country they reach." Under "True," a green checkmark and text: "There is no rule in international law that says this. In fact, there are many reasons why the first safe country isn't suitable."

A text graphic with a black background. It reads: "AND HERE'S THE HISTORY LESSON. For centuries, Britain was connected to countries across Africa, Asia and the Middle East/West Asia through empire. These connections shaped languages, migration patterns and family networks that still exist today.

The image features a poster with the text: "People seeking safety aren't choosing countries at random. They're often following family, community and historical connections that were built over generations." Below the text is a black and white photograph of the ship "Empire Windrush" with many people on deck. A green arrow symbol is at the bottom right corner.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Can you imagine fleeing war and persecution, only to have violent mobs attempt to storm the place you live? When politicians scapegoat migrants and refugees, it doesn't just stay in Westminster. This is the result.

The image features a bold message stating, "Everyone should feel safe in their homes. Refugees are no exception." Below, there are two news headlines: one from The Times about asylum seekers taken to safety during Thetford protests, and one from the Daily Mirror about police escorting residents to safety during anti-immigration protests in Thetford. The word "safe" is highlighted in green, and "no exception" is highlighted in orange.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Andy Burnham has promised to "put the care of people at the heart of everything". It's time to prove it. No one risks a dangerous journey unless the alternative is worse. Ahmed sought safety in the UK. More than a year later, he's still waiting in an asylum hotel.

A postcard design with text: "I went through this dangerous journey just to have a better life for my kids, just to live a safe life." Below is a small photo of a serene beach. A caption reads: "A postcard from Ahmed, who arrived in the UK via a Channel crossing and has spent more than a year in an asylum hotel." The background has a light blue striped pattern.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

"I feel no different from someone in an open prison." Chuma describes life in the UK's asylum system, where people are often banned from working while they wait for a decision, living in inhumane conditions.

A postcard from the UK asylum system. The card features text expressing feelings of restriction in an open prison environment. A group of people stand near a fence in the image. It mentions Chuma, who came to the UK from Zimbabwe.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

A warm welcome makes a world of difference. Let's build communities that look like this.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Football is a migration story. Some of the world's biggest football stars wouldn't be here without safety, asylum or the chance to rebuild their lives. Behind every migration journey is a person with talent, dreams and potential.

The image features five football players in various team uniforms against a black background. The text reads "Football is a Migration Story" in bold white and green letters. Each player is holding or near a football.

A soccer ball graphic is in the top left corner. The text reads: "When people find safety, they can rebuild, belong and thrive." The words "rebuild, belong and thrive" are highlighted in green.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

In the final days of Keir Starmer’s leadership, his government is trying to force through yet another cruel and divisive asylum law. It won't stop Channel crossings or fix the broken asylum system. The new Prime Minister must scrap this bill as a first port of call.

White text on a black background stating: "Another PM leaving No. 10. Another immigration bill. Another political stunt." Below are three news article thumbnails. The first, from The Guardian, with the headline: "Asylum seekers to pay £10,000 towards living costs under new UK law.", and a photo of the home sec Shabana Mahmood. The second, from The Sunday Guardian, with the headline: "UK's New Immigration Bill: What is the New Asylum Rule?" The third from the BBC, with the headline "Refugees told to repay around £10,000 under new asylum rules."

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Pride is about the right to live openly and safely. Many LGBTQ+ people seeking asylum are often expected to provide evidence of their identity when claiming asylum. The very evidence they're asked for may be evidence they could never safely create. We stand with LGBTQ+ people seeking safety.🌈

The image features bold white text on a black background with a rainbow header displaying "LGBTQ+". The main text reads, "Asylum seekers are often asked to prove who they are." Below, smaller text says, "But what if hiding who you are is how you survived?" A small green arrow is at the bottom right.

Text on a black background reads: "In more than 70 countries, LGBTQ+ identities are criminalised. For some, being open about who they are could lead to violence, imprisonment, or worse." A small green arrow is in the bottom right corner.

The image has text on a black background. The main text reads: "That's why proving sexual orientation or gender identity can be so difficult." Below, smaller text reads: "The evidence people are asked for may be the very evidence they could never safely create." There's a small green arrow in the bottom right corner.

Everyone deserves safety. Everyone deserves dignity. Everyone deserves the right to be themselves. Standing with LGBTQ+ refugees and asylum seekers, always.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

People seeking safety need homes, not military camps. Replacing hotels with barracks doesn't fix the asylum system. It simply swaps one unsuitable accommodation for another. We need homes where people can rebuild their lives, not more segregation. Read our solution here: bit.ly/4vvdhmG

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

We asked comedians at Stand Up For Refugees 2026: 🎤 "What's the worst advice you've ever heard?" The answers were exactly as chaotic as you'd hope. Watch below and tell us your worst advice in the replies. Alison Spittle Gbemi Oladipo Josh pugh Milo Edwards Tom Ballard Ollie Horn

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Governments come and go. But blaming refugees has never fixed the UK's broken asylum system. The next Prime Minister must choose a different path: safe routes, the right to work, decent housing, and an end to the dehumanising rhetoric that fuels division. People seeking safety deserve better.

Text on a black background reads: "Prime Minister resigns. The need for a humane asylum system remains." Text is white, with "A humane asylum system" highlighted in orange.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

“My name is Eduardo, and I work on Refugee Action's fundraising team. But before I was I spent three years in the asylum system. I was told repeatedly that I didn't belong. Then I found Refugee Action's campaigning network. And for the first time in a long time, I felt seen."

Eduardo is sitting on a bench outdoors, smiling and holding a coffee cup. He is wearing a black long-sleeve shirt and dark trousers. Lush green plants are in the background.

Eduardo is crouching on the grass with his favourite book in his hand, outside the place he studied and feels at home.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

☕ A Coffee with Omaira Before moving to the UK, Omaira was a lawyer in Colombia. Today, she works at IRMO, helping others access support and opportunities. Her story is a reminder that behind every migration journey is a person with skills, experience and dreams. Watch below.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

This Refugee Week, we asked: "What would you say to someone seeking safety if you wanted to give them hope?" "There are people who care." "Everyone deserves a safe place to call home." "There are many more of us who want you to be safe than there are who want to reject you."

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

“I’ve spent a lifetime telling powerful stories, but this one is real and it matters.” Listen to Saeed’s story in Refugee Action's BBC Radio 4 Appeal. Please listen, give if you can and share the appeal with your friends and family. Thursday 18 June at 15:27 Donate here: bbc.in/49BLA2V

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

🌈 We're celebrating LGBTQ+ refugees and asylum seekers and their right to live openly, safely and with dignity. Pride is a celebration, but it’s also a protest to defend rights, which is more important than ever right now.

Text with a black background featuring the word "PRIDE" in rainbow colors followed by "means being free to be yourself. Everyone deserves that freedom" in bold white letters.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

No tragedy should be exploited to justify racist violence. Everyone deserves to feel safe in their home and neighbourhood. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by Monday's horrific stabbing, and with the migrant, refugee and minoritised communities targeted by the subsequent violence in Belfast.

The statement reads: The horrific stabbing in Belfast on Monday is being used as an excuse for racist violence. Migrants, refugees, people of colour and their neighbours were terrorised in their homes and communities last night. Homes were burned down. Leadership must step up now and defend the right to a safe home that we all need.

Many politicians and media outlets have learned nothing from the last two summers of violence. They shouldn’t be surprised that it is happening again. Calling such attacks "protests" legitimises those responsible and obscures the harm being done to entire communities.

This must stop now. We urgently need political and moral leadership that stands up for people seeking safety - and all migrant and minoritised communities – by rejecting the far-right politics of hate that exploits tragedies to demonise and attack communities.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Show your solidarity this Refugee Week and get tickets to our Stand Up For Refugees comedy night! link.dice.fm/standupforrefugees2026 Let’s get together, have a laugh, and build a UK where refugees are welcome.

Poster for "Stand Up for Refugees 2026" featuring eight comedians: Shaparak Khorsandi, Tom Ballard, Josh Pugh, Gbemi Oladipo, Ester Manito, Milo Edwards, and Alison Spittle. Event details: Refugee Action, Tuesday 16 June, 7:30 PM, The Clapham Grand, London. A microphone graphic is at the top right.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Last weekend, anti-immigrant voices took to the streets. Today, let’s make hope louder. We’re part of #AMillionActsOfHope, building a digital wave of welcome, solidarity, and community. What gives you hope? What would you say to someone seeking safety? Add your voice: bit.ly/4dvqlAC

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

We stand with refugees always, no matter what.

A black background with bold white text reading, "Say it loud, say it clear, refugees are welcome here," with a turquoise underline beneath the last line.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

People seeking safety are being locked out in France and locked up in the UK. ACT NOW. Send your MP a postcard from the border. Ask: When will Keir Starmer scrap these racist, anti-refugee policies? act.refugee-action.org.uk/page/1889…

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

We did it 💛 £27,600 raised through #MarchForRefugees Every step taken means real support for people seeking safety. From frontline services to national campaigns to changing the narrative. Thank you for showing what solidarity looks like.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Stand Up For Refugees is back! Join us for a cracking comedy night with Shaparak Khorsandi, Josie Long, Josh Pugh, Andrew Mensah, Ester Manito, Milo Edwards and Alison Spittle. Let’s build a UK where refugees are welcome, and have a laugh while we’re at it. Early bird tickets are £18, link in bio.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

The housing emergency has been caused by decades of under-investment and made worse by profit-driven asylum contracts. We’ve launched a practical guide to help you talk about housing with facts and clarity. Download and share. bit.ly/4lFj4Cl

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

The policies that are made in the grand building of parliament impact real people all around the country. Yanick, Rene, Anusha and Bsmah have all experienced the asylum system first hand. They are members of our community. They campaign for justice. And we share their outrage.

Text on a textured background reads: "A 30-month stay is not a life, it is a countdown. After 12 years in limbo, my family deserves a decision, not another temporary permit. My children grew up here. We are a part of this community, and it is time the law recognized our right to a stable future." - Bsmah, Ras Voice campaigner. The text is enclosed in a green outline.

Text on a dark textured background reads: "We flee wars created by men only to face a new battle: a thousand questions. In the search for protection, misfortune is met with suspicion instead of sanctuary." Below, it credits Anusha - Ras Voice campaigner. The text is enclosed in a light green rectangular border.

Text on a dark textured background with a bright green border. Quote reads: "It is a vicious cycle: The UK foreign policy contributes to push factors that force people to flee, yet we respond with draconian measures like the 30-month stay." Attributed to Yanick M - Ras Voice campaigner.

The image features a quote on a dark, textured background with a green border. The text reads: "Our lives should be defined by our human rights, not by 30-month countdowns. Safety is not a temporary luxury. It is a fundamental necessity for survival." It is attributed to Rene, a Ras Voice campaigner.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Don't miss out! This March, walk 30, 60 or 100 miles to support refugees in the UK. Choose your distance, fundraise, and take steps toward a more welcoming country. Every mile makes a difference. Sign up! act.refugee-action.org.uk/page/1858…

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

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.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Are you in? This March, take on a challenge to change the future for refugees in the UK. Sign up: act.refugee-action.org.uk/page/1858…

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

This story lays bare the forces shaping how people who need a home are housed: - Vulgar profitmaking - Divided communities - Refugees scapegoated If we are to heal our communities, this must end.

A BBC news website screenshot of article titled "Millionaire GP behind asylum seeker hotels." It includes a photo of Dr. Faisal Maassarani looking to the side. The article is attributed to Marc Waddington from BBC North West Investigations.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

It is important that we come together as a community, to stand up against division. By bringing your friends together for a Potluck meal, you’re raising awareness, funds, and a voice in support of refugees. Sign up and receive a welcome pack: bit.ly/4a1k1jU

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Finding a safe home should not be this hard. People seeking safety face unacceptable conditions, social homes are not being built, and decades of underinvestment have created a housing emergency affecting us all. Read these 4 things the government can do. Email your MP: bit.ly/4pFEXly

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

January just got tastier. Bring friends, colleagues, or your community together to host a Potluck for refugees. Share a meal, show solidarity, and support people seeking safety. It is easy to organise and powerful to take part. Sign up today: bit.ly/4a1k1jU

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

For too long, public debate about asylum has been dominated by fear and division. Yet the evidence shows that communities are strongest when everyone has a safe place to live and a fair chance to contribute. Read our blog here: bit.ly/4bEP2eC

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Shabana Mahmood’s latest asylum plans are dangerous for all communities. The UN says they could “create prolonged uncertainty and despair, undermining integration and social cohesion”. If the Home Secretary truly wants to “unite the country” then she must listen. www.unhcr.org/uk/publicati...

A screenshot of the UN report where it says that the plans could create prolonged uncertainty, despair and underminde social cohesion.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

Each winter, we invite supporters to write messages of welcome on Christmas baubles to share with people navigating the asylum system. They are reminding people they are seen and not alone. We’re sharing a few today. ❤️ Donate to power our work this winter: bit.ly/44hMH5a

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

This year was hard, but you chose welcome. When fear got louder, you showed up and turned care into action. You stood beside people rebuilding their lives. People like you are the much-needed hope in the road ahead. We keep going together. Share this and tell us what “welcome” means to you.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Cathy and Bsma describe how the government’s dehumanising plans for asylum make them feel. Families wait years, contribute locally, yet aren’t treated as human. These distractions won’t stop fatal Channel crossings. Choose dignity, fairness and belonging. Share their voices today.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Will you go live for refugees? Join our movement of gamers and streamers doing something amazing for people seeking safety. Whether you’re a gamer, a musician, an incredible knitter or an ace cook, live-stream it! Everything you raise will power our fight for a fairer future for refugees.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Great night at The Conduit Club bringing together companies, unions and charities to discuss why lifting the work ban for people seeking asylum benefits everyone. Thanks to our hosts and panel. Want to join the 300+ orgs backing the campaign? Drop us a message.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Do deterrence policies stop people from fleeing? The Rwanda policy, Bibby Stockholm, ban on work and countless others show they do not. People leave because they have no choice.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Our statement on the government’s abhorrent plans for people seeking safety. Politicians are dividing communities, when they could be building affordable homes and strengthening them.

Politicians are tearing Britain apart. Instead of fixing our NHS, making housing affordable and reducing wealth inequality they are rolling out the red carpet for the far right.
This racist package of hostility against people seeking safety will further divide our communities and create a two-tier society divided into people who are told they belong, and those who are told they don’t.
Survivors of war, persecution and torture can’t properly rebuild their lives and feel settled in our communities with the constant threat of deportation looming over them.
Deterrence policies like these may be a great distraction for a government worried about next week’s budget and wracked by political infighting, but they won’t stop Channel crossings nor build inclusive, thriving communities.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Leaving the ECHR would not fix the asylum backlog or stop dangerous Channel crossings. We've joined nearly 300 organisations, with the Save Our Human Rights Act (HRA) Coalition to defend the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR).🤝

The ECHR keeps us safe. We cannot allow governments take it away.

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Refugee Action @refugeeaction.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

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.

A delivery truck with the slogan "STOP SCAPEGOATING. START FIXING BRITAIN." drives past Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament on a sunny day.

Four activists wearing Refugee Action t-shirts stand in front of 10 Downing Street, holding signs that support refugee rights in the UK.

A truck displaying a digital billboard with the message "Everyone needs a safe place to live. Build homes and stop scapegoating migrants." from James, Spen Valley, parked in front the Home Office.

Person standing in front of 10 Downing Street wearing a T-shirt that reads "SAY IT LOUD SAY IT CLEAR REFUGEES WELCOME HERE," with another person and a security officer in the background.

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