We are a Citizens UK initiative with migrant, refugee and diaspora leaders at the forefront of our work.
CITIZENS UK is the national home of community organising and the largest alliance of civil society organisations in Europe. Our goal is to build the power of communities who work together for the common good. The Diaspora Caucus exists to promote community organising among institutions and leaders which are based in the UK remain connected to their country of origin by nationality, language, relig
28/03/2020
We brought together Diaspora community leaders to discuss the impact of challenges and what can be done together in these testing times.
Inspirational stories of solidarity, kindness and leadership. Lots of preparedness to work together. We are all in this together.
20/12/2019
“I am glad I got to tell the court my story. I was born in this country and have lived here all my life. I feel as British as any of my friends and it’s not right that I am excluded from citizenship by a huge fee.”- 12 year old Child O.
This is a big win. Thanks to all who campaigned. No child should be left out.
High court says UK's £1,012 child citizenship fee is unlawful Court finds ‘mass of evidence’ that fee stops many children registering for citizenship
24/03/2017
Amazing line-up of speakers including Lord Alf Dubs, Stella Creasy MP, Ahmad al-Rashid, Zrinka Bralo, Nick Coke, Julia Thistleton-Smith and others for the launch of the Refugee Welcome Guide. Have you booked your place?
Very helpful material with inputs from Refugee Welcome teams across the United Kingdom. This work has been coordinated by Rural Refugee Network, The Entrepreneurial Refugee Network, Migrants Organise and Citizens UK; and is hosted by St Ethelburga's Centre for Reconciliation and Peace.
The Guide brings together the best practice of voluntary groups and leading organisations at the forefront of welcoming and integrating refugees. Good opportunity to learn more from inspirational community leaders, organisers, and politicians who have been leading this work.
DATE: 29th March from 18:00 – 20:00
VENUE: St Ethelburga's Centre For Reconciliation and Peace, 78 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AG (Nearest train/tube station – Liverpool Street Station)
Please reserve here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/launch-of-welcome-guide-tickets-32973178665
Launch of Welcome Guide Join us for the launch of a Refugee Welcome Guide. Extremely helpful material with inputs from Refugee Welcome teams across the country. This work has been coordinated by The Rural Refugee Network, The Entrepreneurial Refugee Network, Migrants Organise and Citizens UK; and is hosted by St Ethelburga...
19/03/2017
Join us at our forthcoming events in London. We will be in Camden on Tuesday 21st March and Liverpool Street area 29th March. Details on the photos.
Do you want to welcome refugees through and help them integrate? Are you a community group that is keen to explore the scheme. Get in touch. We can help.
Build http://www.citizensuk.org/building_bridges_not_walls
Inauguration Day Action: Build Bridges Not Walls Citizens UK
Do you want to welcome refugees and be part of their journey. Community Sponsorship is the best alternative. Info here:https://www.refugees-welcome.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Community-Sponsorship-Guide.pdf
23/10/2016
Citizens UK on Twitter “Sunday, Day 7 in front of Lunar House in Croydon. The welcome by the generous British public continues. https://t.co/olkeF9prZO”
20/10/2016
Warm welcome from community leaders organised by Citizens UK to the as they arrive at Lunar House in Croydon.
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/belief/2016/oct/20/others-may-stoke-fear-but-croydon-will-embrace-the-calais-children
Others may stoke fear but Croydon will embrace the Calais children | Giles Fraser | Loose canon Loose canon: As young refugees arrive at Lunar House in the face of suspicion and demands for dental tests, local churches have come together to offer a warmer welcome