By 2022 Lewisham will become a ‘Borough of Sanctuary’, welcoming 100 vulnerable families from war torn countries.
We want to make sure Lewisham is also a Borough of Opportunity!
With a lack of language skills, UK worked experience and knowledge of the local job market, a refugee is 4 times more likely to be unemployed than the general population and 5 times more likely to experience mental health issues.
Unable to find work, many turn to illegitimate jobs where they face low wages and exploitation. This makes refugees some of the more vulnerable people in London.
Our mission is to break down these barriers and create opportunity, employability and community for those granted asylum in London.