We were delighted to be invited to talk to Year 12 students at Bishop Luffa School in September. Charity Manager Kathryn Crosby gave a joint presentation with one of our regular refugee speakers, Mahmood (pictured), who described his story to fascinated students, before answering their questions.

We had some lovely comments from the students; “The best talk I have ever been to”, “Makes me want to support Sanctuary” and “It really made me think”. It shows what a huge difference lived experience makes to people’s perception and understanding of refugees.

The event was organised by Susie Cooke, English as an Additional Language Coordinator at the school. Susie said. “In this polarised world, thank you for reminding us about the power of courage, kindness and hope.”

Kathryn and Mahmood have been invited back to speak to younger learners, and Kathryn is supporting one Year 12 student who, on the back of their talk, has decided to change her Extended Project Qualification to the asylum and refugee situation.

Our volunteer tutors (all qualified and experienced teachers) are continuing to do an amazing job supporting migrant children at Bishop Luffa and other local schools.