Journalist Saghar was forced to leave her home in Afghanistan with her husband two years ago. Despite arriving in the UK with limited English skills, Saghar hasn’t let that stand in the way of her dream to become a fashion designer.

More than two years since the war escalated in Ukraine and ten years since it began, the impact of this conflict goes far beyond the borders of the country.

After meeting on the IRC's leadership course, Halyna and Masoma have developed a wonderful friendship where they continue to support one another to integrate in the UK. They are now hoping to expand their support to other refugees in London and around the world.

Masihullah was forced to leave his family, career and whole life behind in Kabul, Afghanistan when the Taliban took control in August 2021.  

After he was forced to flee his home, Yunus had to start again in the UK. With the help of the IRC, World Jewish Relief and The Entrepreneurial Refugee Network C.I.C.’s Refugee Employability Programme, he is hoping to start a new career in cyber-security.