GMIAU (Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit)

The All4One youth group has been running since 2009 and brings together separated children and young people (aged 13-21) who are seeking safety in the UK.

• The group brings young people together over fun activities as well as developing skills such as confidence and leadership skills.

• The group is also a platform for young people to speak out and campaign about issues important to them as well as learn about their rights and understand the asylum process.

• We will also organise the occasional trip or activity on a Saturday, for example to the cinema or football matches.

How to access:

1) Referral Form

Referrals can be made by a third party or by the individual themselves using the referral form on our website: https://gmiau.org/help-and-advice/services/#referrals

Please include as much detail as possible. Referrals are open Monday to Thursday. If eligible for legal aid, the person may be assigned a caseworker to support them with their immigration issue. If we can't take on the case, they'll receive an email with advice from a legal advisor to help them move forward independently.

2) Call Advice-line

Advice is given over the phone and not in writing. If a referral is needed, they may be asked to submit one or we may do it on their behalf, depending on their situation.

Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit is a voluntary organisation supporting people subject to immigration control for over 25 years. The team specialises in providing expert legal advice and representation on all issues of immigration, nationality, asylum and human rights.

They provide outreach services to people in detention who are facing deportation, and dedicated services for people who are particularly vulnerable (victims of torture, trafficking, rape and domestic violence, and children). They also provide additional support to people at risk of homelessness and destitution.

How to access:

1) Referral Form

Referrals can be made by a third party or by the individual themselves using the referral form on our website: https://gmiau.org/help-and-advice/services/#referrals

Please include as much detail as possible. Referrals are open Monday to Thursday. If eligible for legal aid, the person may be assigned a caseworker to support them with their immigration issue. If we can't take on the case, they'll receive an email with advice from a legal advisor to help them move forward independently.

2) Call Advice-line

Advice is given over the phone and not in writing. If a referral is needed, they may be asked to submit one or we may do it on their behalf, depending on their situation.

Advice and support for people who are homeless and/or have no recourse to public funds. Advise on asylum support, NRPF change of condition applications and late EUSS applications.

How to access:

1) Referral Form

Referrals can be made by a third party or by the individual themselves using the referral form on our website: https://gmiau.org/help-and-advice/services/#referrals

Please include as much detail as possible. Referrals are open Monday to Thursday. If eligible for legal aid, the person may be assigned a caseworker to support them with their immigration issue. If we can't take on the case, they'll receive an email with advice from a legal advisor to help them move forward independently.

2) Call Advice-line

Advice is given over the phone and not in writing. If a referral is needed, they may be asked to submit one or we may do it on their behalf, depending on their situation.

GMIAU is offering free support sessions to help people to access their eVisa. These sessions will run every Thursday until 29th May 2025, between 10.00-15.00 at our office: 1 Delaunays Road, Crumpsall, Manchester, M8 4QS

We are able to assist anyone who requires support with the process, and will prioritise those who have claimed asylum in the UK and:

• who have been granted leave as a refugee;

• or granted humanitarian protection;

• or granted leave to remain on the basis of their human rights;

•or were initially granted under any of the above categories and now hold Indefinite Leave to Remain.

How to access:

If you or someone you are working with would like to attend, they can contact Nicola Burgess – nicola@gmiau.org.

When emailing Nicola about an appointment it helps if you can include as much information as possible about what kind of help the person needs with their eVisa

GMIAU provides support for the Windrush Generation, a group of people who arrived in the UK from Caribbean countries between 1948 and 1971. Their service helps individuals who face issues related to their immigration status, including those who may not have the right documents or who are struggling to obtain settled status.

GMIAU assists with legal advice, helping clients complete applications for citizenship or settled status. They also provide practical support, such as help with accessing healthcare and benefits. For example, if someone has been wrongly denied access to public services.

How to access:

1) Referral Form

Referrals can be made by a third party or by the individual themselves using the referral form on our website: https://gmiau.org/help-and-advice/services/#referrals

Please include as much detail as possible. Referrals are open Monday to Thursday. If eligible for legal aid, the person may be assigned a caseworker to support them with their immigration issue. If we can't take on the case, they'll receive an email with advice from a legal advisor to help them move forward independently.

2) Call Advice-line

Advice is given over the phone and not in writing. If a referral is needed, they may be asked to submit one or we may do it on their behalf, depending on their situation.