Refugee Action
We know how confusing and difficult it can be for refugees and asylum seekers to try and rebuild their lives in a new country, especially when struggling to access the help and advice they need. We’re here to help. Our services can provide information and advice on a range of issues including:
• getting the support you’re entitled to while you claim asylum
• homelessness support
• Employment support
Contact details and further details on the services we are currently delivering in Greater Manchester can be found below in the individual service pages.
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Pathways to Work (Employability Support)
Pathways to Work is a project for people seeking safety in England, to help them reach their goals in employment and education. We focus on aspirations, helping people find the jobs they want.
This is an online service and all your sessions will be delivered via Microsoft Teams/ Zoom (the video meeting service).
Services include:
• An eight-week employability group programme
AND/OR
• 1-2-1 employment support.
You will need:
The ability to communicate in English without an interpreter. Your English level needs to be Entry 3 upwards. We can assess your English language level if you are unsure.
Employment-related aspirations or goals (for example, you want to get a job, work experience, start a training course, explore further education or secure a volunteering opportunity)
How to access:
Complete self-referral form online: https://www.refugee-action.org.uk/pathways-to-work-self-referral-form/
- Employability
- Self Referral
- 179 Royce Road, Manchester, M15 5TJ
- Contact Email
- pathwaystowork@refugee-action.org.uk
- Service Capacity
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Service is operating at normal capacity.
(last updated - 11/02/26)
- Availability
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The sessions will take place on Zoom Monday-Thursday (your days will be confirmed once you have registered for the programme).
Immigration Status: All
Region: Greater Manchester
Please note, that we can only accept referrals from people who are located in England.
None available
Refugee Action - Greater Manchester Asylum Crisis Project
The Asylum Crisis Project supports individuals and families who are waiting for a decision on their asylum claim with assistance to access housing and financial support as well as those who have had their first asylum claim rejected but are unable to return to their home country.
Asylum Crisis also seeks to ensure that the support provided is suitable and adequate for the needs of our clients. Asylum Crisis strives to ensure our clients are aware of and able to access a range of services including legal advice, health and social care, education, community groups, charitable support social and well-being opportunities.
How to access:
Please contact by phone, email or webform: https://www.refugee-action.org.uk/project/asylum-crisis-project-2/ to refer yourself or others.
No drop-in available
- Advice and Support
- Homelessness and Destitution
- Phone and Email
- 179 Royce Road, Manchester, M15 5TJ
- Contact Email
- ACM@refugee-action.org.uk
- 0161 515 3149
- Service Capacity
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Service is operating at normal capacity.
(last updated - 11/02/26)
- Availability
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Phone In
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Hours: 09:45 - 13:00
Immigration Status: Refused Asylum Seeker, Asylum Seeker
Region: Greater Manchester
Asylum seekers in Greater Manchester who are at risk of being homeless or require financial support.
Languages: On Request