service
Free
We believe in realising the full potential of migrants, refugees and local people through the power of improved Basic and Essential Skills and Learning.
What is this service?
We can provide:
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Support writing cover letters, CV’s, and applying to jobs or completing university applications
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Interview preparation with our expert advisors
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Invitations to workshops to help you build your professional skillset
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Networking events to meet others within your sector
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Access to Breaking Barriers Education courses
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Flexible appointments to fit around college or work schedules
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Opportunity to connect with a mentor or life coach
Beneficiaries who are eligible to access our services include:
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Individuals with one of the following statuses from the UK or another EU country: refugee status, discretionary leave to remain, or humanitarian protection.
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Individuals that once met the above criteria and now have residency in the UK or another EU country.
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Individuals who are in the UK on a family reunion visa with a person who meets the above criteria
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Asylum seekers with the right to work
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Survivors of trafficking who have been granted the right to work.
Would you like to refer someone to our services?
If so, you can download our referral form here.
Good to know
- Cost: Free
- Wait time: Two weeks
- Additional information: We are currently only able to support refugees who are based in the London area and all appointments are being held remotely in line with government restrictions. We aim to respond to all enquiries within 2-4 weeks.
What people say
I want to say thank you to Breaking Barriers for the help they gave me... I really appreciate everything you have done for me...
