Blog: Advocacy
Blog articles from JRS UK
Hidden in plain sight: Working with trafficked people in detention
13 December 2018
As part of #Unlocked18, Beatrice reflects on accompanying survivors of trafficking in detention
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The Destitution of Newly Recognised Refugees
11 December 2018
Sophie explains the need for change as recognised refugees continue to face destitution
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A refugee wisdom which knows the truth about human life
05 December 2018
Fr Damian Howard SJ spoke of refugee wisdom during his homily at the JRS UK Advent Service
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“Allowing people to see what might be possible”: Volunteering in detention – Part 2
29 November 2018
Martin, one of our newest volunteers, shares his reflections from visiting those in detention
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“Allowing people to see what might be possible”: Volunteering in detention – Part 1
28 November 2018
Cashel, one of our detention volunteers shares his experiences visiting those in detention
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This poor man cried, and the Lord heard him
21 November 2018
Following the World Day of the Poor, Nick reflects on the challenge set to us by Pope Francis
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The Rich Tapestry of Pedro Arrupe
14 November 2018
On its 38th anniversary, Jim Conway reflects on the growing tapestry of JRS and its founder
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The Dignity of Work
07 November 2018
This Living Wage Week, Aidan reflects on the relationship between dignity and the right to work
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‘The voice of those who have no voice’
23 October 2018
Nicholas shares how St Oscar Romero inspires us as we share the stories of those we accompany
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Let’s Lift the Ban
16 October 2018
Sophie explains why JRS UK is calling on the government to allow those seeking asylum to work
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