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Powering Refugee Employment with the Shell UK SkillsTransition programme
Our new two-year partnership will allow refugees to tap into opportunities in the energy transition sector and help plug a growing skills gap.
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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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From intention to action: two years of embedding lived experience at Breaking Barriers
Over the past two years, we have embedded lived experience at the heart of our work, with refugees shaping strategy, decisions and culture across the organisation.
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Baldomero’s story
As a refugee, working towards long-term goals takes a strong mindset and the resilience to overcome challenges, says Baldomero.
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Nanou: Campaigner, Student, Lived Experience Consultant
To celebrate World Refugee Day, and the theme of Community as a Superpower, Lived Experience Consultant Nanou reflects on her story and what community means to her.
Juliet Stevenson: Actor, Activist, Ambassador
The Breaking Barriers' Ambassador discusses the importance of meaningful employment and the positive impact that the refugee community has had on her life. Watch her interview now.
Pam’s story
To kick off the Breaking Barriers, Building Futures campaign, Pam shares her journey from aspiring student to a career in advertising.
An inspiring event for refugee doctors
Read what happened when St Thomas’ Hospital opened their doors to skilled Breaking Barriers clients.
Building Pathways to Purpose
Bea Walker, Senior Requalification Caseworker at Breaking Barriers, writes about the transformative impact our partnership with the CIPD Trust has on our clients.
Advocating for refugees at work: overcoming language barriers
In this blog, we explore how language barriers can impact refugees in the workplace, and share practical ways to create more inclusive environments.
Strengthening impact through collaboration
A blog by Sheren Hong, Breaking Barriers' Philanthropy Manager, reflecting on insights from our third annual funders roundtable event.
Tackling Digital Exclusion
Many refugees in the UK face digital exclusion, which impedes their job search and skills-building efforts. Breaking Barriers and Screen Share UK are tackling this challenge head-on.
Sundus’ Story
After a five-year clinical gap, Sundus has secured her first paid role in the NHS thanks to support from the Language and Re-accreditation teams.
Olena’s Story
Olena shares how she overcame her mental health challenges and unfamiliarity with UK recruitment processes to find a job in the mental health care sector with the help of Breaking Barriers.