Stories

"Every donation, big or small, will make a real difference to refugees and will keep me motivated through the toughest training days."

Ruby* reflects on the resilience needed to overcome rejection and challenges as a sanctuary seeker.

Language restores identity to refugees, helping people find their voice, confidence and future.

Experienced accountant Tetiana was unsure how to restart her career in the UK, until a bursary from Kaplan opened up a dream training opportunity.

Ukrainian doctor, Maryna, shares her journey of rebuilding her healthcare career in the UK, with the help of our Language and Re-accreditation Programmes.

A Breaking Barriers’ client writes about his aspiration to transfer his extensive professional experience to the energy transition sector.

On World Humanitarian Day, Lived Experience Consultant and humanitarian leader, Mohammad Taib Yosufzai, reflects on the contribution that refugees can make within our communities and industries.

Marina shares her story of how she overcame job-hunting challenges, with support from Breaking Barriers.

Charles Bland, chair of the Belpech Trust, discusses the organisation’s commitment to support forcibly displaced people to build new lives.