News
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Queens University Becomes the first University of Sanctuary in Northern Ireland
Queen's University of Belfasthas been formally recognised as a University of Sanctuary.
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East Belfast Mission becomes the first Church of Sanctuary in Northern Ireland
Belfast of Sanctuary is delighted to announce that East Belfast Mission has been awarded the first the a Church of Sanctuary in Northern Ireland.!Located right in the heart of the community, East Belfast Mission has been working hard to spread the Sanctuary Culture, creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space…
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AGM 2024
AGM at Skainos Belfast - Thursday 23rd May 2024
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Refugee Week 2024 with Belfast City of Sanctuary
Refugee Week approaches with the theme 'Our Home.'
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Great Refugee Week Picnic 2024 – Sat 22nd June
“To me, a home is where you feel loved, safe, and cherished.”- Malala Yousafzai
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Annual General Meeting 2024
We are pleased to invite you to attend the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Belfast City of Sanctuary. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, 23rd of May 2024, commencing at 10:00 AM. It will be held at the Skainos Centre, 239 Newtownards Rd, Belfast BT4 1AF.
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‘Welcoming New Neighbours’ -The Empowering Impact of Refugee Talents on our Community – 14th Dec 2023
Launch of 'Welcoming New Neighbours' - Empowering impact of Refugee Talents on our Community
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Forthcoming at Belfast City of Sanctuary – Workshops, Outreach and a Residential
We are excited to invite you to a unique series of outreach activities, thoughtfully designed for individuals and families who have sought asylum. This program, generously funded by Belfast City Council and the Belfast Health Development Unit, aims to support, connect, and enrich our community.
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Welcoming New Neighbours Belfast City of Sanctuary with Conway Education Centre – Belfast City Hall – 14th Dec 2023 11am – 1pm.
Welcoming New Neighbours
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Belfast City of Sanctuary Quiz Night – 23rd November 2023
A well attended evening held at Northern Lights, Ormeau Road raised much needed funds to support our Emergency Hardship Fund.
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Belfast City of Sanctuary – Presentation of Library of Sanctuary Award at Ormeau Library – 19th Sept 2023
Belfast City of Sanctuary - Presentation of Library of Sanctuary Award at Ormeau Library
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Belfast City of Sanctuary Quiz Night Charity Fundraiser to support our Emergency Hardship Fund
We are pleased to invite you to a special evening of fun, laughter, and some friendly competition! Join us for our annual Quiz Night Charity Fundraiser to support our Emergency Hardship FUND.
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Belfast City of Sanctuary with Libraries NI – First Library of Sanctuary in Belfast
Belfast City of Sanctuary - Library of Sanctuary - Ormeau Library
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Great Refugee Week Picnic 2023 video: 24th June
Blessed with great weather and generous warm people from all over the world, video maker Khaled shared this video with us. At least 1000 people attended.
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The Great Refugee Week Picnic at Ulidia Playing Fields, Ormeau Road Belfast: 24th June 2023
We were lucky with the weather and the new location. There was even welcome shade from the trees and a gentle, very gentle breeze to cool us all down. We handed out food tickets to everyone who arrived at our reception tent. Upwards of 1000 people attended.
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Schools of Sanctuary receive their awards
Schools of Sanctuary in Belfast and Derry/Londonderry received their School of Sanctuary Awards over the past week.
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Schools of Sanctuary 2023
Nine more schools have become Schools of Sanctuary: six nursery schools in Belfast, two nursery schools in Derry/Londonderry and one integrated school in Glengormley, Co Antrim. Here is the list -