The Welcoming Edinburgh
@welcomingedinburgh.bsky.social
Supporting refugees and migrants in Edinburgh. We provide free English classes and social activities for New Scots. Email info@thewelcoming.org.
We’ve put up our “We Stand Together With Refugees” posters at The Welcoming. Every day, we see how much New Scots bring to Edinburgh when they have safety and a place to belong. We’ll keep offering support, connection and community. Refugees are welcome here. #togetherwithrefugees
December 4, 2025 at 12:07 PM
We’ve put up our “We Stand Together With Refugees” posters at The Welcoming. Every day, we see how much New Scots bring to Edinburgh when they have safety and a place to belong. We’ll keep offering support, connection and community. Refugees are welcome here. #togetherwithrefugees
We’re looking for volunteer ESOL teachers to support New Scots learning English!
📅 Wed 2pm (St Martin's Resource Centre) – Beginners
📅 Wed 6–8pm (Edinburgh Uni) – Intermediate
📅 Thurs 2–4pm (The Welcoming) – Complete Beginners
Make a real impact in Edinburgh, email david@thewelcoming.org
📅 Wed 2pm (St Martin's Resource Centre) – Beginners
📅 Wed 6–8pm (Edinburgh Uni) – Intermediate
📅 Thurs 2–4pm (The Welcoming) – Complete Beginners
Make a real impact in Edinburgh, email david@thewelcoming.org
December 2, 2025 at 9:00 AM
We’re looking for volunteer ESOL teachers to support New Scots learning English!
📅 Wed 2pm (St Martin's Resource Centre) – Beginners
📅 Wed 6–8pm (Edinburgh Uni) – Intermediate
📅 Thurs 2–4pm (The Welcoming) – Complete Beginners
Make a real impact in Edinburgh, email david@thewelcoming.org
📅 Wed 2pm (St Martin's Resource Centre) – Beginners
📅 Wed 6–8pm (Edinburgh Uni) – Intermediate
📅 Thurs 2–4pm (The Welcoming) – Complete Beginners
Make a real impact in Edinburgh, email david@thewelcoming.org
Every Saturday, Scotland for Newcomers explores a new part of Edinburgh with support from local volunteers. A chance to connect, build confidence, and feel at home in the city. 😊#togetherwithrefugees
https://www.thewelcoming.org/services/friendship/friendship-groups/scotland-for-newcomers/
https://www.thewelcoming.org/services/friendship/friendship-groups/scotland-for-newcomers/
November 25, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Every Saturday, Scotland for Newcomers explores a new part of Edinburgh with support from local volunteers. A chance to connect, build confidence, and feel at home in the city. 😊#togetherwithrefugees
https://www.thewelcoming.org/services/friendship/friendship-groups/scotland-for-newcomers/
https://www.thewelcoming.org/services/friendship/friendship-groups/scotland-for-newcomers/
“We cannot remain idle while our shared values are under threat.”
In our latest Autumn Newsletter, our CEO Tesfu Gessesse shares a powerful message about unity, compassion, and standing up for Scotland’s welcoming spirit. Read his message and our latest updates here: https://bit.ly/49IWMva
In our latest Autumn Newsletter, our CEO Tesfu Gessesse shares a powerful message about unity, compassion, and standing up for Scotland’s welcoming spirit. Read his message and our latest updates here: https://bit.ly/49IWMva
November 12, 2025 at 12:45 PM
“We cannot remain idle while our shared values are under threat.”
In our latest Autumn Newsletter, our CEO Tesfu Gessesse shares a powerful message about unity, compassion, and standing up for Scotland’s welcoming spirit. Read his message and our latest updates here: https://bit.ly/49IWMva
In our latest Autumn Newsletter, our CEO Tesfu Gessesse shares a powerful message about unity, compassion, and standing up for Scotland’s welcoming spirit. Read his message and our latest updates here: https://bit.ly/49IWMva
Thanks to @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social Street Law team for leading our workshop on worker protections in Scotland, from maternity leave to safe workplaces to zero-hours contracts. Very helpful to the New Scots community navigating the labour market🧡
November 12, 2025 at 9:47 AM
Thanks to @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social Street Law team for leading our workshop on worker protections in Scotland, from maternity leave to safe workplaces to zero-hours contracts. Very helpful to the New Scots community navigating the labour market🧡
Friendship is life-changing 🧡 As #BefriendingWeek ends, we’re inviting new volunteers to join our 1:1 Befriending Programme. Meet weekly with a New Scot in Edinburgh, practise English, explore the city, and build confidence together. Apply here ➡️ https://bit.ly/43bv4Dp
November 10, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Friendship is life-changing 🧡 As #BefriendingWeek ends, we’re inviting new volunteers to join our 1:1 Befriending Programme. Meet weekly with a New Scot in Edinburgh, practise English, explore the city, and build confidence together. Apply here ➡️ https://bit.ly/43bv4Dp
We’re starting #BefriendingWeek with our first partnership highlight 🌻 Thanks to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, New Scots have been learning, growing and finding peace in nature - gardening, journaling and even cooking meals with what they’ve grown. 💛
November 5, 2025 at 9:19 AM
We’re starting #BefriendingWeek with our first partnership highlight 🌻 Thanks to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, New Scots have been learning, growing and finding peace in nature - gardening, journaling and even cooking meals with what they’ve grown. 💛
Communities grow stronger through collaboration! Next week we'll be celebrating partnerships and collaborations that help New Scots connect, share cultures and build community across Edinburgh. #BefriendingWeek
November 3, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Communities grow stronger through collaboration! Next week we'll be celebrating partnerships and collaborations that help New Scots connect, share cultures and build community across Edinburgh. #BefriendingWeek
It’s #BefriendingWeek! 🧡 We’re thrilled to receive a 3-year The National Lottery Community Fund: Fairer Life Chances programme, supporting our Friendship Project, helping New Scots feel valued, connected and at home in Edinburgh.
November 1, 2025 at 1:00 PM
It’s #BefriendingWeek! 🧡 We’re thrilled to receive a 3-year The National Lottery Community Fund: Fairer Life Chances programme, supporting our Friendship Project, helping New Scots feel valued, connected and at home in Edinburgh.
Autumn colours and new friendships in Edinburgh! 🍁
Our Scotland for Newcomers group explored the Hermitage of Braid, led by amazing volunteers helping New Scots discover Edinburgh and connect through nature. 💛
Find out more on our website ➡️http://bit.ly/42PCcoP
Our Scotland for Newcomers group explored the Hermitage of Braid, led by amazing volunteers helping New Scots discover Edinburgh and connect through nature. 💛
Find out more on our website ➡️http://bit.ly/42PCcoP
October 28, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Autumn colours and new friendships in Edinburgh! 🍁
Our Scotland for Newcomers group explored the Hermitage of Braid, led by amazing volunteers helping New Scots discover Edinburgh and connect through nature. 💛
Find out more on our website ➡️http://bit.ly/42PCcoP
Our Scotland for Newcomers group explored the Hermitage of Braid, led by amazing volunteers helping New Scots discover Edinburgh and connect through nature. 💛
Find out more on our website ➡️http://bit.ly/42PCcoP
Big congratulations to our Bridges to Success graduates! 🎓New Scots parents completed our 8-week course building confidence, skills and next steps towards work in Edinburgh. Thank you to Capital City Partnership for joining the celebration!
October 24, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Big congratulations to our Bridges to Success graduates! 🎓New Scots parents completed our 8-week course building confidence, skills and next steps towards work in Edinburgh. Thank you to Capital City Partnership for joining the celebration!
Parents and toddlers joined our latest community outing to explore art together at the National Galleries of Scotland. 🎨 While our volunteers helped keep the little ones curious and busy, parents had a chance to slow down, enjoy the exhibitions and create with others!
October 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Parents and toddlers joined our latest community outing to explore art together at the National Galleries of Scotland. 🎨 While our volunteers helped keep the little ones curious and busy, parents had a chance to slow down, enjoy the exhibitions and create with others!
Exploring Edinburgh, building confidence, and connecting through community. 🌿
Our Community Champions, trained through Ramblers Scotland initiative, have been leading walks across the city, helping New Scots discover new places and friendships along the way.
Our Community Champions, trained through Ramblers Scotland initiative, have been leading walks across the city, helping New Scots discover new places and friendships along the way.
October 16, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Exploring Edinburgh, building confidence, and connecting through community. 🌿
Our Community Champions, trained through Ramblers Scotland initiative, have been leading walks across the city, helping New Scots discover new places and friendships along the way.
Our Community Champions, trained through Ramblers Scotland initiative, have been leading walks across the city, helping New Scots discover new places and friendships along the way.
Our AGM 2025 came at a critical time, with rising far-right rhetoric threatening cohesion. With speeches, community voices & showcasing our work, we affirmed our commitment to a welcoming #Edinburgh, alongside our partners, volunteers & members.
October 8, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Our AGM 2025 came at a critical time, with rising far-right rhetoric threatening cohesion. With speeches, community voices & showcasing our work, we affirmed our commitment to a welcoming #Edinburgh, alongside our partners, volunteers & members.
🎥 Our members joined a video workshop with the Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival, learning to film on their phones + share what makes Edinburgh feel like home. Huge thanks to Gustavo + Natalia for making it happen! 💛
#edinburghspanishfilmfestival
#edinburghspanishfilmfestival
October 2, 2025 at 7:00 AM
🎥 Our members joined a video workshop with the Edinburgh Spanish Film Festival, learning to film on their phones + share what makes Edinburgh feel like home. Huge thanks to Gustavo + Natalia for making it happen! 💛
#edinburghspanishfilmfestival
#edinburghspanishfilmfestival
Our next Bridges to Success employability course for New Scots parents starts 28 Oct at Hay Avenue Community Hub, Craigmillar. Free, with childcare & transport support. Spaces limited – register here 👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1709973650219
#edinburgh
#edinburgh
October 1, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Our next Bridges to Success employability course for New Scots parents starts 28 Oct at Hay Avenue Community Hub, Craigmillar. Free, with childcare & transport support. Spaces limited – register here 👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1709973650219
#edinburgh
#edinburgh
🧡Join our team! We’re seeking a Holistic Case Worker to support New Scots in Edinburgh. We welcome applications from BAME candidates & those with lived experience. Apply by 17 Oct 👉 https://www.thewelcoming.org/get-involved-the-welcoming-edinburgh/vacancies/ #edinburghjobs
September 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM
🧡Join our team! We’re seeking a Holistic Case Worker to support New Scots in Edinburgh. We welcome applications from BAME candidates & those with lived experience. Apply by 17 Oct 👉 https://www.thewelcoming.org/get-involved-the-welcoming-edinburgh/vacancies/ #edinburghjobs
Last year, we delivered 498 classes for over 1,000 service users – all thanks to our amazing volunteers who make every learner feel included and respected.
Yes, it's about building stronger English skills, but it's also about creating stronger connections across Edinburgh.
Yes, it's about building stronger English skills, but it's also about creating stronger connections across Edinburgh.
September 23, 2025 at 10:11 AM
Last year, we delivered 498 classes for over 1,000 service users – all thanks to our amazing volunteers who make every learner feel included and respected.
Yes, it's about building stronger English skills, but it's also about creating stronger connections across Edinburgh.
Yes, it's about building stronger English skills, but it's also about creating stronger connections across Edinburgh.
📚 12 classes a week
🌍 86 nationalities
💛 20 dedicated volunteer teachers
Our ESOL programme is about more than learning English – it’s about connection, confidence, and belonging.
🌍 86 nationalities
💛 20 dedicated volunteer teachers
Our ESOL programme is about more than learning English – it’s about connection, confidence, and belonging.
September 23, 2025 at 10:11 AM
📚 12 classes a week
🌍 86 nationalities
💛 20 dedicated volunteer teachers
Our ESOL programme is about more than learning English – it’s about connection, confidence, and belonging.
🌍 86 nationalities
💛 20 dedicated volunteer teachers
Our ESOL programme is about more than learning English – it’s about connection, confidence, and belonging.
On #InternationalDayOfPeace we celebrate everyday acts of welcome in Edinburgh. In times of division, empathy is our strongest response. By listening and connecting, we build a city where everyone belongs. 💛
September 21, 2025 at 11:11 AM
On #InternationalDayOfPeace we celebrate everyday acts of welcome in Edinburgh. In times of division, empathy is our strongest response. By listening and connecting, we build a city where everyone belongs. 💛
Our Scotland for Newcomers group spent the day at Lauriston Farm 🌱 learning about tree care. A brilliant way to connect with nature, meet new people & feel part of the community. Thanks to Edinburgh Agroecology Coop for hosting!
#NewScots #TogetherwithRefugees
#NewScots #TogetherwithRefugees
September 2, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Our Scotland for Newcomers group spent the day at Lauriston Farm 🌱 learning about tree care. A brilliant way to connect with nature, meet new people & feel part of the community. Thanks to Edinburgh Agroecology Coop for hosting!
#NewScots #TogetherwithRefugees
#NewScots #TogetherwithRefugees
Do you want to advocate for inclusion, combat misinformation, and support communities to thrive?
We are hiring a Senior Community Engagement and Advocacy Coordinator to lead a new area of work at The Welcoming Association.
Apply now: www.thewelcoming.org...
#edinburghjobs
We are hiring a Senior Community Engagement and Advocacy Coordinator to lead a new area of work at The Welcoming Association.
Apply now: www.thewelcoming.org...
#edinburghjobs
August 29, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Do you want to advocate for inclusion, combat misinformation, and support communities to thrive?
We are hiring a Senior Community Engagement and Advocacy Coordinator to lead a new area of work at The Welcoming Association.
Apply now: www.thewelcoming.org...
#edinburghjobs
We are hiring a Senior Community Engagement and Advocacy Coordinator to lead a new area of work at The Welcoming Association.
Apply now: www.thewelcoming.org...
#edinburghjobs
We took New Scots to 6 Fringe shows this year – from circus to theatre and even a sensory show for mums & toddlers. Thanks to @edfringe.bsky.social & ECCAN for making it possible. Shared culture does equal a much stronger community. 🎭🧡
#edinburgh #ayewelcomerefugees
#edinburgh #ayewelcomerefugees
August 26, 2025 at 3:18 PM
We took New Scots to 6 Fringe shows this year – from circus to theatre and even a sensory show for mums & toddlers. Thanks to @edfringe.bsky.social & ECCAN for making it possible. Shared culture does equal a much stronger community. 🎭🧡
#edinburgh #ayewelcomerefugees
#edinburgh #ayewelcomerefugees
🌿 Two of our members, Polly & Nataliia, have finished their training as walk leaders with @ramblersscotland.bsky.social! Their first walk is 27 Aug in South Queensferry – helping New Scots explore Scotland’s outdoors & feel at home here.
#explorescotland #ayewelcomerefugees
#explorescotland #ayewelcomerefugees
August 25, 2025 at 3:35 PM
🌿 Two of our members, Polly & Nataliia, have finished their training as walk leaders with @ramblersscotland.bsky.social! Their first walk is 27 Aug in South Queensferry – helping New Scots explore Scotland’s outdoors & feel at home here.
#explorescotland #ayewelcomerefugees
#explorescotland #ayewelcomerefugees