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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.
Fiona’s story
Fiona is an advice and guidance volunteer with a background in HR, supporting refugees with accessing meaningful employment oppurtunities.
Ipsos Mori unveils new trends in refugee employment
Our annual Business Behind Refugees webinar had a record-breaking 180 participants from over 70 organisations, and included a presentation on the Ipsos and UNHCR World Refugee Day report: Public Attitudes Towards Refugees.
Julia’s story
Julia has been volunteering as an Advice and Guidance volunteer in Manchester.
Refugee Friendly Workplaces: Addressing the hidden impacts of global conflicts
When atrocities happen across the world, the toll for refugees can be enormous. Yet their struggles often remain invisible in the workplace.
Businesses leaders, public and refugees pool knowledge to break down barriers for refugees
Our press release for the launch of the Refugee Employment Forum
S&P Global Foundation: Partnering over the years for sustained impact
One of our most dedicated partners is the S&P Global Foundation, who have been supporting us since 2019.
Volunteer spotlight: Graham
Graham lives in Birmingham and volunteers with Breaking Barriers in a few different ways, running advice and guidance sessions, and also helping behind the scenes.
Updates from our Lived Experience Panel
A snapshot of some of the work the Lived Experience panel have been involved with
Adeola’s story
Originally from Nigeria, Adeola received protection in the UK after she had to flee her home country. Now she’s a community worker and self-taught crocheter who supports vulnerable mothers and their babies. This is her story.