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Blog articles from JRS UK
“To be a witnessing presence”
11 December 2019
Sr Linda reflects how this Advent season we can be present for those in detention
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Another year waiting…
29 November 2019
Sarah Teather shares the difference your donations make to the lives of our refugee friends.
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Volunteer Reflection Day: ‘A heart-warming encounter’
19 November 2019
Beatrice, our detention outreach manager & Sr Linda reflect on JRS's first Volunteer Day
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“We owe it to those silenced to use our voice well”
13 November 2019
By voting, we have a duty to consider those refused asylum, writes Sophie our Policy Officer.
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“Nobody, not a soul to speak on their behalf.”
05 November 2019
Will speaks on the power of hope and solidarity for those in immigration detention
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Light in the Darkness
29 October 2019
In light of recent sad news stories, Nick reflects on the importance of work done by JRS UK
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Too afraid to go to the doctor?
22 October 2019
Sophie discusses the barriers many women refused asylum experience in accessing maternity care
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Food for the Body and Spirit
15 October 2019
For World Food Day, Andrew reflects on how the Community Kitchen brings people together
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What Does Freedom Mean?
11 October 2019
Detention Volunteer Chris speaks on what 'freedom' means to him in light of Prisons Week 2019
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“We’re leading each other out of our prisons, unlocking our hearts”
11 October 2019
For Prisons Week 2019, Eamonn reflects on what visiting detainees has taught him about freedom
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