Stories

'...don’t think of refugees as people who are not able to handle or manage things. Believe in them and give them a chance.'

My advice for the LGBTQ+ refugees in the UK is to learn to love yourself first.

When I reflect on the word healing, to me it means to be free, to be myself, to be strong and to be independent.

We’re deeply distressed by the situation in Ukraine and our hearts go out to its citizens who, confronted with the immediate threat of war, have no choice but to flee, leaving behind their country, their homes, their livelihoods, and even their loved ones.

It’s been nearly two years since I joined Grant Thornton and now, I am a firm believer that you can achieve dreams with hard work and determination.

How Murat excelled in his placement at Western Union , even though his manager was based in the USA

When I joined Breaking Barriers in Hammersmith the first thing I was asked was 'What are your long-term goals?'. 

My life in the UK has given me opportunities my mother never had, and a sense of safety as a woman.

A spotlight on our volunteer Education teacher, Margreet.