Stories

Kizzi chose an apprenticeship at Grant Thornton because of their commitment to support refugees.

Stefano is an Advice and Guidance volunteer whose background in lecturing has supported refugees into further education and employment.

Renee volunteers with us as an English teacher. Her help has been vital in ensuring our refugee clients receive the English support they need to integrate in the UK.

Emma supports refugees by providing 1:1 bespoke employment advice for the legal sector.

'...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.