Refugees’ stories
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Breaking Barriers is a specialist employment charity, helping refugees to build new lives.
Refugees flee their homes in fear. From war, persecution, and violence. With yet more hardship waiting in the UK.
A new country and language. Stigma and suspicion. Four times more likely to be unemployed. A completely different work culture to navigate.
Often, refugees and people of refugee background are left to face these barriers alone. Together we can break them down, so every refugee will be welcomed into the workplace.
Breaking Barriers is a specialist refugee employment charity. Enabling refugees to build new lives. Step by step.
We welcome refugees into meaningful employment with advice, experience and education. We believe in the power of responsible business to change society for the better through our innovative partnerships.
Watch Mariam’s story
After arriving in the UK from Sudan, Mariam has gained the confidence to pursue her dream of becoming a fantasy makeup artist. Listen to her story and watch her work on a fantasy makeup look.
Watch Mariam’s storyRead Comfort’s story
In Nigeria, Comfort had her own successful business, but in the UK she had no idea how to find work. Now, with the right support, she’s secured a job working with autistic children - click the link to read Comfort’s story.
Read Comfort’s storyWe don’t just focus on outputs, but also on outcomes for the refugees we work with. How many enter into employment? How many achieve other career-related goals? What is the impact on their confidence and outlook?
Here’s a snippet of the impact we had in 2022/2023:
refugees supported
education, employment and volunteering outcomes achieved
new jobs started
of clients reported improved confidence in achieving their goals
hours of support delivered
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