Hani Kablawi: an advocate for belonging and inclusion
Hani Kablawi, our former trustee and Head of International at BNY, talks about the importance of meaningful employment.
Stories
Find out what we've been up to, and discover first-hand stories from refugees, volunteers and our partners
The Clothworkers’ Foundation: creating an equitable society
The Clothworkers’ Foundation has played a fundamental role in the growth of Breaking Barriers’ scale and impact over recent years. Nelly Koko-Konan, the foundation’s Proactive Programmes Manager, reflects on the relationship between the two organisations.
Building Futures with The Rank Foundation
How one long-standing partnership has helped nurture Breaking Barriers' entrepreneurial spirit during our first decade.
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.
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.
Juhina’s Story
Juhina, a doctor from Syria, shares the challenges she faced when she arrived in the UK and how accessing language and re-accreditation support is helping her resume her career in medicine.
Advocating for refugees at work: overcoming financial barriers
Breaking Barriers Employment and Integration Advisor, Mahsa, shares her experiences of supporting refugees to overcome financial barriers to employment.