Comment: | The Refugee Council is the largest organisation in the UK working with asylum seekers and refugees. They give help and support, and work with asylum seekers and refugees to ensure their needs and concerns are addressed. The Refugee Council is governed by a Board of Trustees, which includes strong refugee representation. They are an independent organisation and registered charity, financed by a variety of sources including government departments, the European Commission, trusts and members.
The Refugee Council's work in the East of England includes:
giving advice and support;
a telephone helpline;
working with refugee community organisations;
caring for unaccompanied refugee children;
offering English courses;
campaigning and lobbying for refugees;
producing information on refugee issues. |
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