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Assembling pathways to work with IKEA
Our latest Customer Services Employment Pathway is creating inclusive retail employment opportunities for forcibly displaced talent.
Stories
Find out what we've been up to, and discover first-hand stories from refugees, volunteers and our partners
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Said’s Story
Overcoming barriers to build a career in logistics and work towards long-term goals
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Rafael’s story
Restarting a career in medicine takes determination, resilience and the right support.
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Mo’s story
On World Engineering Day, Mo shares his story of overcoming challenges as he works to restart his engineering career.
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Advocating for refugees at work: use your tools
Ahead of World Day for Social Justice, we explore the tools available to help you take action and drive positive change for refugees.
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Supporting refugee talent through mentoring
This National Mentoring Month, our Volunteer Coordinator, Barbara, reflects on how mentoring empowers refugees with confidence and professional insight to support their employment journey.
Oleksii’s Story
Oleksii shares his story of resilience and ambition as he rebuilds his life and legal career in the UK.
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.
Mika’s story
Mika, a member of our Lived Experience Panel, shares her experience of coming to the UK and her dreams for the future.
North West RSMP: unlocking potential through partnership
Our work with the North West RSMP has been central to supporting Hong Kong BN(O) visa holders in Greater Manchester. Joseph Sheehan and Mandira Hughes reflect on the collaboration.
Ahmed’s story
From asylum seeker to engineering professional, Ahmed's story shows how meaningful employment can pave the way to freedom and confidence.
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.
Marsha’s story
Marsha, a former member of our Lived Experience Panel, reflects on how Breaking Barriers’ support led her to gain confidence and essential employability skills.
Building Futures with The Rank Foundation
How one long-standing partnership has helped nurture Breaking Barriers' entrepreneurial spirit during our first decade.
Mona’s story
Through our Breaking Barriers, Building Futures campaign, Mona shares how the right support is helping her work towards her long-term career goals.