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The Refugee & Migrant Centre
@rmcentre.org.uk
Regional charity supporting new arrivals across the West Midlands since 1999. Our open door drop in is available Mon, Tues, Thurs & Friday
Could you or someone you know be eligible for compensation? 

Those that have struggled to prove their legal right to be in the UK may be entitled and support is available. 

Find out more at: https://rmcentre.org.uk/projects/windrush-awareness-project/
November 27, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Responding to Violence Against Women and Girls: A Health Perspective

Our new article looks into the health impacts of domestic violence on survivors. 
https://rmcentre.org.uk/news/responding-to-violence-against-women-and-girls-a-health-perspective/
November 26, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Great to see so many people come together in support of the #16DaysofActivism at the Library of Birmingham today.

Showing that Birmingham stands in solidarity and that kindness really is a language we all speak.
November 26, 2025 at 2:12 PM
During the 16 days of activism, RMC is partnering with @thehavenwton.bsky.social and we pledge to:

✅ Facilitate domestic abuse awareness training for RMC staff 
✅ We will work collaboratively to improve support systems for survivors of domestic abuse
✅ Share relevant RMC resources and training
November 25, 2025 at 1:03 PM
We're proud to be partnering with @thehavenwton.bsky.social for 16 days of Activism.

The campaign aims to raise awareness, and increase advocacy with the focus of ending abuse in all forms against Women and Girls.
November 25, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Free immigration advice for international workers

Our upcoming workshop will be taking place in Wolverhampton and will provide information on current visa entitlements, rights and responsibilities and what help is available

Sign up via the link in comments
November 24, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Sara was one of many people that find themselves under severe stress through uncertainty and not knowing where to turn.

We're very proud to be able to able to provide that support through this project and ensure people are supported into stability an independence
When Sara faced housing uncertainty, RMC were there to advocate for her and help her get support.

With our grant-making, we’re proud to support @rmcentre.org.uk and other charities helping older people in financial hardship.

Read Sara's story: rmcentre.org.uk/news/equal-r...
November 21, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Travelling over Christmas? It's important your details are up to date. 

Everyone should keep their UKVI account up to date with their current travel document
and check their eVisa is correct in advance of all international travel.

Further guidance: https://www.gov.uk/evisa/travel-with-evisa
November 21, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Men's Health Matters. 

The focus of the @nationalgrid.bsky.social  conference at the Black Country Living museum yesterday where we were able to speak to so many great people 🧡

Thank you for having us!

#InternationalMensDay
November 19, 2025 at 3:32 PM
One simple ask. Could you take just a few minutes right now to do something incredible? 

Your phones already in your hand, simply click to register to give blood and you could make a life changing difference this Winter.
https://m.mtrbio.com/BF

How many new donors could we get registered today?
November 19, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Meet Grace, RMC Health and wellbeing officer. Passionate, positive and always ready to help. 

Another one of the team you've likely seen out in the community helping people access health services and local support.

https://rmcentre.org.uk/news/meet-grace-health-and-wellbeing-officer/
November 17, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Give an hour, save up to 3 lives! 

Never donated before? We're here to support you. Find information, FAQ's and guidance on how to get involved at https://rmcentre.org.uk/bloody-foreigners/

#GiveBlood #bloodyforeigners
November 15, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Never miss out on the latest updates.

Sign up, join the community and receive invites, updates and more
https://rmcentre.org.uk/sign-up/
November 14, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Reposted by The Refugee & Migrant Centre
Through the Boosting Advice Fund, Independent Age is proud to support @rmcentre.org.uk

RMC’s project helps refugees and migrants over the age of 65 living in Walsall and Wolverhampton to get the support they’re entitled to.

Learn about our grant-making:https://www.independentage.org/grant-making
November 14, 2025 at 9:59 AM
The Windrush Compensation scheme is open to more people than you may think. 
A few simple questions can help narrow down if someone else eligible or not. 

You can find more information at https://rmcentre.org.uk/projects/windrush-awareness-project/

#Windrush
November 14, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Volunteer appreciation post 🧡

Volunteers give their time to help build the community. Up-skilling people, creating stability for those in need so they can settle and grow, teaching English to allow people to integrate and much much more.
November 13, 2025 at 3:03 PM
This project provides well-being activities and engages with local services to help people become independent and engaged within their own community.

Find out more at: https://rmcentre.org.uk/projects/health-and-wellbeing-literacy-awareness-and-engagement/
November 7, 2025 at 10:02 AM
We recently had the honour of hosting the Ukrainian Literature Day in Birmingham at the iconic Library of Birmingham!
With workshops, crafts, stalls, and a poetry competition packed with inspiring poets, we loved every minute of it 🧡

@literacy-trust.bsky.social  @centralaspace.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Across our centres, the RMC health and wellbeing team is improving access to healthcare and providing expert advice on a range of health-related matters
November 6, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Give blood, save lives ❤️

Thank you to everyone who gave blood at our recent blood donation day, and we've seen even more people register to donate in the future!

Every donation can save up to 3 lives, and it's never too late to start

#GiveBlood #bloodyforeigners
November 5, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Happy #InternationalVolunteerManagers day to our very own superstar, Claire!

Claire works tirelessly to create high-quality opportunities for our volunteer team and can be found at stalls across the West Midlands, passionately talking about volunteers.
November 5, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Thank you for every click, share, event attended and donation made - we are truly grateful for your support!

We work hard to support people, and your help makes it all possible 🧡
October 31, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Sara, a 69-year-old Iranian woman, was left facing destitution, after being granted refugee status without a support network around her.

Our Boosting Advice Project became a lifeline.
https://rmcentre.org.uk/news/equal-rights-in-later-life-saras-story/
October 30, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Our brand new project aims to support those on work visas in the support/care industry to understand their immigration rights. 

Tailored workshops will be taking place in Wolverhampton & Birmingham to share key updates, explain the current situation as well as rights and responsibilities.
October 29, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Tomorrow is the first of our action days and for all those signed up to give blood, here's a little of what you can expect from Joanne Seddon-Dite, Regional Community Engagement Manager from NHS Blood and Transplant.
October 28, 2025 at 12:07 PM