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Read the latest writing from our field visits across Europe and hear from those who are at the heart of the refugee crisis.
News, Stories, Publications
Here you can discover firsthand refugee stories, get first hand updates from the ground across Europe, connect with the people behind the numbers through their stories and catch up on our latest insights on the crisis - all in one place.
“How the hell did we get here?”
Listen, learn, take action!
Were you afraid of your 18th birthday?
Stand in the Gap
Say no to asylum seekers being housed in army barracks
Separated families, uncertain futures
Read our Annual Report
The real impact of police evictions in Calais
Celebrating refugees mothers
He stayed behind after the session. That decision changed his life.
This Ramadan, make your Sadaqah count 🌙✨
My update from the front lines of the refugee crisis in Greece
Signposting: How it helps, where it falls short, and why it matters
Sudan: the world’s largest refugee crisis you’re not hearing about
Safe routes save lives: join our campaign!
Stories of resilience and hope
Why don’t refugees just stay in their own countries?
What I saw in Calais
Changes to citizenship policy and its impact in competitive sectors or roles requiring long-term commitment
Meet LEILA: the silent support network for refugee domestic violence survivors in Greece
Standing Together for Refugees
Revolutionising healthcare access, one community at a time!
4000 refugees left stranded
What the war in Gaza means for refugees
Stand with People Seeking Safety – Write to your MP today
Protection over Punishment: Why the UK Must Rethink its Approach to Migration
The Global March to Gaza
Kindness over cruelty – every time
Mother’s Day Stories of Strength, Hope and Love
UNHCR’s Filippo Grandi on Refugee Protection and Changing the Narrative
Inspiring Interfaith Iftar at St Olave’s School Raises £2k for forRefugees
Syrian Mama recognises Refugee Biriyani & Bananas Commitment on Rhodes, Greece
Muslims Remember Refugees with Zakat and Sadaqah this Ramadan
forRefugees Website Certified Climate Positive in 2025
forRefugees Accredited by CAF America for another 3 years
What brings Refugees to the Lithuanian Border?
Teenagers Get Creative with Kaleidoscope in Calais
Chios Island’s Inhospitable Landscape
Why We’re Calling for Safe and Documented Routes
A Tragedy You Probably Haven’t Heard About
Alex Broniewski Joins forRefugees Trustee Team!
Food Packs for 1300 on Chios island, Greece
Iyad helped by Fenix Legal Aid in Greece
Your Donations Doubled and £55k Delivered with The Big Give 2024
How ‘Peace of Cake’ United Us on Mitzvah Day
Join forRefugees on BlueSky (we left Twitter in 2022)
Save the Date for DOUBLE Donations
New Together for Refugees Eco Shop Launches
The Summer 2024 Riots in the UK
Read our Latest Annual Report and tell us what you think!
Will anyone look back in a 100 years time?
Kindness at Selfm.aid Skills Factory for Refugees in Samos
Why we Must Keep Supporting in Greece
New Reality for 10,000’s Refugees in Greece
CRIBS Ensures New Refugee Mums are Supported
The Fáilte Centre, “welcome” in Irish, is a calm, safe space
Saffron Kitchen’s Flavoursome and Delicious Meals Feed 500
The ANKAA Project Provides Training and Education for Refugees in Athens
Lighthouse Relief’s Fight for Refugee Support in Athens Amid Rising Costs
Amurtel’s Calm and Safe Haven Helping 400 Women a Month
How Glocal Roots Brings Humanity to 1800 Refugees in Kos
Edinburgh KiltWalk 2024 Raises £5k for forRefugees!
Safety and Protection from A.Ss.I.S.T. and Action for Women
Kamila’s an Aspiring Accountant with Habibi Center Support
Comfort and Support from Vents Contraire
The impact of incorrect age assessments for minors
Rwanda Act: update following the passing of the bill
Asylum Seekers and the Right to Work in the UK
Finding Hope in Despair: Reflections on Our Visit to Greece
What you need to know about the UK Rwanda Bill
Chris McQuillan Joins forRefugees Trustee Team!
Bringing joy to a Refugee Camp during Ramadan
Behind the Scenes with Attika Human Support, Athens
How and why the UK asylum system needs urgent reform
The refugee crisis in the Balkans is marked by violence, suffering, and neglect.
Oppression shapes refugee life in Northern France
The Harsh Reality for Refugees in Greece
B’s Journey from Afghanistan – Long Read
Haben’s Journey from Eritrea – Long Read
My First Visit to the Refugee Camps in N France by forRefugees Chair of Trustees
Marie’s Journey from Cameroon – Long Read
Nima’s Journey from Iran – Long Read
Omid’s Journey from Afghanistan – Long Read
Ayman’s Journey from Syria – Long Read
A Letter to Iran
Why aren’t the Safe, Documented Routes for Ukrainians being expanded to others?
Moria Fire – NGO Battling to Free the (wrongly) Accused
We Love our Local Partners
Our 6th Birthday
Cycling with the ghosts of Moria
COVID Quarantine at Mavrovouni Refugee Camp, Lesvos
Children’s Joy in Football
RefuGym helping People to Overcome their Fear of Water
Another Police Eviction in Northern France
Being a Refugee in France through a Child’s Eyes
Spending time with our Partners in Northern France
The Balkan Route in two extraordinary weeks
12 is too Young to be Alone in this World
Must Read – The Lightless Sky
Washing for 40 a day in Belgrade, Serbia
Leaving Subotica with the images of those we met still fresh in my mind, Serbia
In Serbia with 10 Afghans dancing the Macarena
Donating Pre-Loved Items, or Money?
We Stand with Ukraine
MRS Replacing Tents and Sleeping Bags is the Rhythm of Dunkirk
Arriving at the Warehouse with a Car Full of Toys
Spending Time with our Incredible Athens Partners
Learning about Action for Education’s new Tenerife Project
Volunteering in Chios, Greece, during COVID
Police Allow Town Distributions at last, Chios
Healthy Food for Kids on Samos
France – Calais & Dunkirk
Calais Day 3 On The Ground
COVID Lockdown at Ramadan in Chios, Greece
Greece – Samos and More
Day 6 in Sarajevo, BiH
“My heart is full” Chios, day 3
Greece Day 2 on Chios Island
