Young people

Within the organisations listed below, you can find youth clubs to socialize, places to get educational support, and support with the asylum process and mental health.

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Asylum Process

British Red Cross (15 to 25 years old): Understanding the asylum process, preparing documents, e.g. letters and applications, health advice, knowing what support you can get and helping you to get it... https://www.redcross.org.uk/get-help/get-help-as-a-young-refugee-or-asylum-seeker (contact info: https://www.redcross.org.uk/get-help/get-help-as-a-refugee/contact-your-local-refugee-service)

Education

British Red Cross (15 to 25 years old): Educational support, learning, acquiring new skills, building confidence https://www.redcross.org.uk/get-help/get-help-as-a-young-refugee-or-asylum-seeker (contact info: https://www.redcross.org.uk/get-help/get-help-as-a-refugee/contact-your-local-refugee-service)

Socializing

British Red Cross (15 to 25 years old): meet new people, grow your talents and interests, learn and take part in activities, e.g. English, IT, math, art and drama therapy and music (subjects depend on where you are), get help preparing for exams, cooking, get help adjusting to life in the UK, learn to live independently, understand what you’re entitled to and have help getting it https://www.redcross.org.uk/get-help/get-help-as-a-young-refugee-or-asylum-seeker (contact info: https://www.redcross.org.uk/get-help/get-help-as-a-refugee/contact-your-local-refugee-service)

SLRA (South London): activities for young people https://2892d4dd-40b7-4178-8a75-346fc309a07d.filesusr.com/ugd/5d98de_9bd9eee5d3a346689749b828d8f3fa66.pdf (contacthugh@slr-a.org.uk/ Call 07802726036)

Mental Health

SLRA (South London): telephone/online ‘buddy’ support for young people who feel isolated if needed https://2892d4dd-40b7-4178-8a75-346fc309a07d.filesusr.com/ugd/5d98de_9bd9eee5d3a346689749b828d8f3fa66.pdf (contact hugh@slr-a.org.uk/ Call 07802726036)