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A very fond farewell
The time has come for Matt Powell, our Founder and CEO, to leave Breaking Barriers.
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Find out what we've been up to, and discover first-hand stories from refugees, volunteers and our partners
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Unlocking refugee talent with Barclays Lifeskills, LinkedIn and Microsoft
Together we're taking on two of the UK’s toughest employment challenges: finding meaningful employment for refugees; and developing the digital skills needed for today’s economy.
My (Refugee) Life: new short film released for Refugee Week
Our press release for the launch of My (Refugee) Life
Why we hired trainees to make ‘My (Refugee) Life’
Postcard Productions worked with us to put together a trainee crew of refugees to make our documentary. Here's why they did it.
My experience as a Trainee Director
David's number one dream is to work in film making. Here are his reflections after working on 'My (Refugee) Life'.
Aman’s experience behind the scenes of ‘My (Refugee) Life’
Aman shares his experience behind the lens as a trainee camera operator on My (Refugee) Life.
Why the title ‘My (Refugee) Life’?
Our documentary has an unusual title. Here’s why we chose it.
Five organisations providing support to LGBTQ+ refugees
Five organisation doing incredible work to support LGBTQ+ refugees living in the UK.
Digital skills for refugees: how you can help!
We urgently need digital skills volunteers in Birmingham and Greater Manchester to help refugees take ownership of their learning and access meaningful employment opportunities.
Volunteer spotlight: Khalil
Khalil is an advice and guidance volunteer with a wealth of knowledge and experience as a former quantitative hedge fund manager. He has been providing CV writing skills, interview tips and career advice to refugee clients.
Breaking Barriers in Glasgow and Liverpool
We’re excited to announce that Breaking Barriers is going to be welcoming refugees into meaningful employment in Glasgow and Liverpool from Autumn 2023.