Belfast City of Sanctuary’s aim is the promote and build a culture of welcome and hospitality for people seeking sanctuary and a home in Belfast
Latest News
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Tackling Racism in the Workplace – Thursday 6th May 2021 at 11.30am via Zoom
Workplace racism and discrimination should not be tolerated and is unlawful. It is vital that employees and workers know what legislation and supports exist to protect against workplace racism and discrimination.
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New Members Newsletter – Issue No1
Belfast City of Sanctuary releases its first Members Newletter.
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Belfast City of Sanctuary Walk on Sunday 16th August 2020 took place at Cave Hill, Belfast and was followed by a picnic.
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New Schools of Sanctuary for 2020
We have now awarded 42 schools the status of School of Sanctuary, including 14 new Schools of Sanctuary in Belfast/Lisburn and in Derry/Londonderry.
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Schools of Sanctuary Update
A School of Sanctuary is a school that is committed to being a safe and welcoming place for all, especially those seeking sanctuary. These could be people whose lives were in danger in their own country, who have troubles at…
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Belfast City of Sanctuary Workshop with Irish Congress of Trade Unions with on Employment Rights for Migrants and Refugees -27th January 2020
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Belfast City of Sanctuary’s Members’ Meeting – 29th October 2019
Belfast City of Sanctuary's Members' Meeting at Grosvenor House, Belfast. These are largely informal social events with the odd very short presentation thrown in, this time on general information on Northern Ireland
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Schools of Sanctuary Celebration and CRIS (Community Relations in Schools) Buddy Up Launch at Belfast City Hall
Schools of Sanctuary Celebration and CRIS (Community Relations in Schools) Buddy Up Launch at Belfast City Hall - Monday 16th September 2019
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14 new Schools of Sanctuary in Belfast and Derry/Londonderry
The Schools of Sanctuary programme is an award scheme being piloted in the Urban Villages areas of Belfast and Derry/Londonderry with support from the Northern Ireland Executive’s Urban Villages Initiative, the Belfast City of Sanctuary group, and the Intercultural Education…
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Belfast Met becomes a College of Sanctuary and AGM – 15th May 2019
Belfast Met becomes a College of Sanctuary and AGM - 15th May 2019
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The Great Refugee Picnic 2019 at Ormeau Park Belfast – Sun 23rd June 2019
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The Great Refugee Picnic – Sun 23rd June 2019 at 1pm – Ormeau Park