Confused by what's happening with the UK's asylum system? The proposed changes being debated could be devastating for those fleeing their homes and seeking safety.
Scroll down to find out what the impact on refugees could be and how you can show your support. ⬇️
It’s almost the last chance for parliamentarians to make our asylum system more compassionate.
But as it stands, the changes they’ve proposed could have devastating consequences for people seeking safety.
These changes all come under the Nationality and Borders Bill.
One of them includes treating people differently based on the way they arrived in the UK, without taking into account the dangers they may have fled.
If your life is at risk and you’re fleeing your home, it’s not always possible to grab your passport, or any other official document.
The proposed changes could leave people without access to vital support.
They could even be penalised – simply for the way they tried to get themselves and their loved ones to a safe place.
UK parliamentarians are debating these changes, that will become law, for the very last time over the next week.
We are calling on them to create a system built on compassion and fairness.
We need you to stand with us as we proudly say: we believe #EveryRefugeeMatters.
There are plenty of ways you can show your support.
We are not collecting clothing, blankets, or other items, as cash is the quickest, safest, and most flexible way to support our work in Türkiye (#Turkey) and #Syria right now.
Here's why ⬇
Donating cash means we can source things locally, transport them quickly, and help with whatever’s needed, where it’s needed.
It also means volunteers can focus on relief efforts as it takes time to sort, clean and transport items. ⬇
We understand not everyone’s able to give money right now, so there are still ways you can help with donated items.
Check locally with your local council to see if anyone is coordinating a collection. Or you could sell things online or offer items in return for a donation. ⬇
Today’s #TimeToTalkDay – a day to take a moment to check in with each other, talk and listen.
It can be tricky to reach out to someone you’re worried about, so we’ve got some tips to get that conversation started. ⬇
Does someone you love seem anxious or distressed? They could be stressed or fearful.
These feelings are often caused by our environment, like exam stress or difficult life events. ⬇
They could be anxious - this can be harder to explain. If often begins internally - a feeling that something's going to harm us, but we don't know what it is.
Long periods of unmanaged stress or fear can also increase anxiety. ⬇
The Covid-19 pandemic has been the biggest disaster in living memory.
Today, the @ifrc has launched the World Disasters Report, focusing on lessons learned from the pandemic, and how the world can prepare more effectively for future public health emergencies.
A thread ⬇
The Covid-19 pandemic both thrived on and exacerbated existing inequities. ⬇
Everyone should have access to the same essential measures in order to be able to fight a pandemic. ⬇
So #JingleJam2022 is well and truly underway, and we are proud to be one of the 12 chosen charities this year!🎮
But how will the money raised for us make a difference? Scroll down to find out more ⬇
50% of donations to the British Red Cross will help those affected by the conflict in Ukraine. ⬇
Support in Ukraine includes first aid, psychosocial support, financial assistance, and improving access to water. We help people navigate the asylum system and reunite families.
Our work continues across Ukraine, bordering countries and supporting Ukrainian refugees in the UK ⬇
Today we’ve launched our new report which explores the experiences of communities impacted most severely by flooding in the UK,. and those who may be at risk in the future.
Quiz/Poll time ⬇️
Q1. The British Red Cross responds to floods across the UK as part of our domestic emergency response work.
Q2. How many people across the UK currently live in areas at significant risk from either river, coastal, or surface water flooding?