lewes refugee support group (LRSG)
LEWES refugee support group
Lewes Refugee Support Group (formerly known as LOSRAS) is a local charity based in Lewes, East Sussex, founded in 2002, and run entirely by volunteers. We are committed to supporting the cause of people seeking sanctuary through raising awareness, campaigning and responding to local need.
SUPPOrting the welfare of
refugees & people seeking asylum in the Lewes District and beyond
We oppose any fundamentally racist and unjust attitude towards vulnerable people and we will campaign to do all we can to promote racial justice and to counter racism in all its forms. Learning from people with lived experience of surviving our asylum system is a key principle underpinning our work.
Supporting Ukrainian guests
Support for Ukrainian guests and hosts can be found from the following sources:
East Sussex County Council provides information and resources for Ukrainian Guests and Hosts.
The Homes for Ukraine (HfU) scheme offers a wide range of help, support and resources for Ukrainian guests, such as housing and renting; employment and taxes; NHS, GPs and dentists; benefits; education and schools; language training; mental health services; social integration and activities; and more. For more information, use this link – translation into Ukrainian is available on the website. HfU has a newsletter that you can subscribe to for updates.
For more information, to book an appointment or for support, email the HfU team on Ukraine@communityactioneastsussex.org.uk or call 07784 240481
For information on support into employment, visit the following links: Support into Work and People Matter: equipping people for employment
Lewes Refugee Support Group is a conduit for support for Ukrainian guests, so please email us at: info@losras.org
CELEBRATE RESILIENCE, CULTURE & COMMUNITY!
This year marks 35 years of Ukraine’s restored independence. To celebrate this milestone, the Ukrainian community in Brighton invites members of the Ukrainian community and local residents, families, and friends to a day filled with culture, art, and unity.
Whether you want to enjoy live Ukrainian music, try your hand at traditional crafts, or simply share a slice of birthday cake with us, everyone is welcome!
Date & Location
August 22nd 1-5 pm.
1-6 Park Crescent Terrace, Brighton, BN2 3HD.
For more information: 35 Years of Freedom: Ukrainian Independence Day in Brighton | For Ukraine B&H
OUR AIMS
Raising awareness / Campaigning / Providing local support
RAISING AWARENESS
We raise awareness of issues relating to refugees and people seeking asylum by holding open meetings, a regular newsletter, street stalls and work in schools.
CAMPAIGNING
As well as supporting national campaigns we also lobby our MP, organise local events and demonstrations and actively join with other like-minded, local campaign groups.
LOCAL Support
We have a committed group of volunteers who visit refugee families and individuals, providing language and other support. We also co-ordinate a group of prison-visitors.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Key dates for your diary
Celebrate Resilience, Culture, and Community
august 22 1-5 pm
This year marks 35 years of Ukraine’s restored independence. To celebrate this milestone, the Ukrainian community in Brighton invites members of the Ukrainian community and local residents, families, and friends to a day filled with culture, art, and unity.
Whether you want to enjoy live Ukrainian music, try your hand at traditional crafts, or simply share a slice of birthday cake with us, everyone is welcome!
Location
1-6 Park Crescent Terrace, Brighton, BN2 3HD.
For more information: 35 Years of Freedom: Ukrainian Independence Day in Brighton | For Ukraine B&H
HOW CAN I HELP?
Become a member
We are a membership organisation and welcome new members who share our aims.
Volunteer
We rely on a body of volunteers who fulfil specific roles in the organisation.
Donate
All money donated goes directly to fund the work of the charity. We are all volunteers and have no paid staff.
our
Resources:
NEWSLETTER
We produce a regular newsletter with updates on issues and events both local and national.
Read our recent newsletters below:
Open
meetings
Regular open meetings are held with invited speakers.
See upcoming events for details.