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About Jon Beech

I joined LASSN as the Director in December 2013. I've a particular interest in mental health, ethnicity, and helping people make sense of their world and their community.

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STEP Ukraine – free intensive, virtual, 12-week English language and employment programme for Ukrainians in the UK

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2023-09-06T11:59:04+01:006th September, 2023|

[ad_1] STEP Ukraine is designed to help you find meaningful employment in the UK and improve your English. STEP Ukraine is funded by the UK Government and is completely free for all participants. It is open to anyone from Ukraine who is over 18 and arrived in the UK on either the Homes for Ukraine Scheme, the Ukraine Family Scheme, or is on the Ukraine Extension Scheme. You can join if you are unemployed or if you have a job but are hoping to move into more relevant employment. We can also support people interested in self-employment. The programme includes: An intensive 10 weeks of 2.5 hour daily English classes by the British Council, with options to take the lessons morning, afternoon or evening 12 weeks of weekly employment support with a dedicated employment advisor, to support with: CV writing, job applications, interview prep, support with job search, and specialist workshops All classes are remote, and teacher led. They are streamed so you will be with classmates at a similar level. STEP Ukraine is delivered by World Jewish Relief and the British Council. Interested? Click here to complete our referral form or call our freephone 0800 319 6089. Please note that enrolment is on a rolling basis, so there is no deadline for registering but you should register as soon as possible to secure your place in the programme.     [ad_2] Source link

Friends of LASSN – Summer 2023

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2024-01-16T11:31:49+00:0014th June, 2023|

It's been far too long since you last heard from us, and we hope you enjoy reading this bumper edition of Friends of LASSN. As usual, we've tried to strike a balance between positive, upbeat stories of hope, upcoming events, news, and ways you can continue to show support with refugees and asylum seekers. In particular we'd love you to see you at one of our Refugee Week events next week (or some of the other brilliant things that are happening across the country). Thank you for your continued support for LASSN, and most importantly of all, for the support you show to the refugees, asylum seekers and other migrants at risk in Leeds. Link to Friends of LASSN - Summer 2023 Link to PDF of friends of LASSN (if you print it out to show people)

With a Flourish: Eco-art club from MAFWA – Wednesdays 13:30 – 16:30 from April 12th 2023

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2023-03-28T16:25:50+01:0028th March, 2023|

[ad_1] With a Flourish invites you to explore Lincoln Green’s hidden colours and create art using locally sourced, natural materials. Join us to learn natural dyeing techniques using flowers and plants found in your own back gardens, explore local green spaces and create a series of colourful installations for the Roxby Community Garden. Deepen your connection to the environment, celebrate a community in bloom and get creative! Weekly sessions run from Wednesday April 12th – Wednesday May 10th, 13:30 – 16:30 at Leeds Print Workshop, Patrick studios, St Mary’s Lane, LS9 7EH  The art club is free to join and everyone is welcome.  [ad_2] Source link

Leeds Homes for Ukraine update March 2023

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2023-10-13T12:01:41+01:0024th March, 2023|

[ad_1] Leeds marked one year since the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine last month, with hundreds attending a rally in Dortmund Square, a national minute’s silence and events at the Ukrainian Community Centre. Over the past year, Leeds has once again shown that it is a compassionate and welcoming city. Hundreds of Leeds residents have opened their doors to host Ukrainians through the Homes for Ukraine scheme, with 387 people hosting 749 arrivals either in their own homes or other properties they own. We must take this opportunity to thank everyone who has offered to help the Ukrainian community. Working with Leeds Community Foundation over £150,000 was also raised through the Together for Ukraine Fund. We are delighted these funds are being used by organisations who support Ukrainian refugees alongside wider refugees seeking sanctuary in Leeds. The Homes for Ukraine scheme is now entering its second year and we are looking for more people to come forward as hosts to accommodate a guest/s on the Homes for Ukraine scheme. Hosting can be a very rewarding experience, with many of our current hosts saying they have made lifelong friendships since they joined the scheme. There is support available for hosts from Leeds City Council staff, through the LASSN Ukrainian Hosting Project and other organisations. Hosts will also receive a thank you payment of £350 a month for hosting Ukrainian refugees, rising to £500 after their guests have been in the UK for over a year. Further information is available as follows: Leeds Asylum Seekers Support Network (LASSN) are delivering a Ukrainian Hosts Support Project, which is bringing together hosts across Leeds to meet and connect, share their experiences, receive support and other information. Please see attached flyer for more details and visit https://lassn.org.uk/ukraine/. Also see our recent Facebook and Twitter posts encouraging more people to sign up as hosts Further details about Homes for Ukraine and how to apply to be a host can be found at www.leeds.gov.uk/campaign/ukraine. You can also contact [email protected]s.gov.uk Thank you! Leeds City Council’s Homes for Ukraine team [email protected] [ad_2] Source link

Ukranian Employment Event Tickets, Thu 20 Apr 2023 at 18:00

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2023-03-23T10:45:24+00:0023rd March, 2023|

[ad_1] As a collective, Aire Logic, BJSS, Netcompany, NHS Digital and Mastek want to help Ukrainian refugees find jobs in the the technology industry in Leeds. The event will provide an overview of what the organisations do, the type of roles that they offer and how to apply. The workshop will also include: Advice on creating CVs for the UK job market How to create LinkedIn profiles and profiles on job boards How to be successful in interview Refreshments will be available. Ukranian Employment Event Tickets, Thu 20 Apr 2023 at 18:00 | Eventbrite [ad_2] Source link

Volunteering with Older People – 27th March 2023 10:00 – 11:30

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2023-03-22T16:55:45+00:0022nd March, 2023|

[ad_1] This visit to Sabhrang is only open to women, refugee women, and women who have fled the conflict in Ukraine On this visit you will: See what Sabhrang do Get an introduction to working with the elderly Have an opportunity to gain work experience To register or find out more information please call or text Kanval on 07943027928 We will be meeting at:Reginald Centre, 263 Chapeltown Rd, Leeds LS7 3EX [ad_2] Source link

Interview Skills Session for Refugees from PATH Yorkshire – 3rd April 13:00 to 14:30

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2023-03-22T15:54:18+00:0022nd March, 2023|

[ad_1] In this session you will: Find out about the different types of interviews and how to do well in them Learn how to answer interview questions confidently and make a good impression Practice answering questions to prepare you for the real thing Open to refugees and people who have fled the conflict in Ukraine To register or find out more information, contact Elliot on 07943027922 or [email protected] Session will be held at:PATH Yorkshire, 29 Harrogate Road, Chapel Allerton, LS7 3PD [ad_2] Source link

Smart Works Leeds Provide Interview and Job Search Support

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2023-03-14T12:48:42+00:0014th March, 2023|

[ad_1] Smart Works Leeds provides interview and career coaching, alongside high quality workwear to women who are seeking employment across Yorkshire. Our mission is to help women enter the workplace through our tailored interview coaching and clothing service. Any client that is successful with us can come back to the centre and pick out additional clothing to support them with their start at work. Ask your employment advisor or someone who is helping you to find work to refer you to Smart Works Leeds. They can make a quick call to 0113 234 6503 and we can make you anappointment at our centre. [ad_2] Source link

Harehills English Language Project (HELP ESOL) – free term time sessions, with a creche

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2023-03-10T12:29:11+00:0010th March, 2023|

[ad_1] Learners are welcome to come to St. Aidan’s Church Community Hall (Elford Place West, off Roundhay Road) on Tuesdays or Thursdays between 10-11:30am to do registration. This involves a short test to check their level, which takes around 30 minutes. If we have a place in a suitable class, learners can start class immediately. If not, they will have to join the waiting list. Registration can be done at any time during term and the only restriction is that learners must be18+ years old. We have classes from Pre-Entry (which would be suitable for someone with practically no English) to Intermediate level and we also offer a limited number of online 1:1 lessons, which can be an option for learners who are unable to join a class. Classes are free with sessions every Tuesday and Thursday from 10am-12pm during ‘term time’. We also have a free creche for learners’ children, but they must be aged between 1-4 years old.  For more information visit Harehills English Language Project | Harehills English Language Project (help-esol.org.uk)   [ad_2] Source link

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