The English language is no piece of cake. This is what happened when Rabab, who completed the IRC's leadership course, asked the public to explain some popular British sayings. Learning English is key for refugees looking for work in the UK or trying to integrate into their new communities. But often, refugees aren't given the support they need.

People arriving in the UK have the right to claim asylum - however, the process is complex and the law around asylum seekers changes regularly. We cover what it means to be an asylum seeker and how claiming asylum in the UK works – including the latest changes from the Nationality and Borders Act that came into effect earlier this year. 

When asked how her family story has shaped her, Juno Englander, whose father fled Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia during the Second World War, answers without hesitation: "That one must never give up, that one must always see the positive."  Today, Juno’s father’s spirit also inspires his grandson, film and television actor Lucas Englander.  “He just tried as an individual to do his utmost to help people, or make a difference politically,” Lucas s

These unique businesses and social enterprises highlight the contribution of refugees to our culture

Chadia arrived with her family in the UK six years ago after fleeing Syria. Today she's working as a dinner lady at a local school in her new home, Brighton.

Andrii Kokorin and Mariia Borysova are living in the United Kingdom with their family after fleeing the war in Ukraine.

Las year Sahib* was evacuated from Afghanistan with his family to the UK. One year on, he writes about his journey, how he was welcomed into the UK, and what he found here when he arrived.

Top tips and resources for setting up an effective buddy system in schools to support refugee and asylum-seeking students in the UK.