RAS Voice
@rasvoice.bsky.social
We are a group of refugees and asylum seekers who are campaigning to change the asylum system in the UK.
Listening anxiously to HOME Secretary Shabana Mahmood’s speech today. Pitting British citizens against refugees while systematically blocking safe routes and the right to work isn't leadership—it's punitive and cruel. Refugees belong in our communities, not trapped in limbo. #RASVoice
Last week, RAS Voice attended the Unite the Union Conference in Harrogate. We had a stall and got to speak at a panel discussion about Racial Justice and Right to Work. @refugeeaction.bsky.social @unitetheunion.bsky.social
"As people who have rebuilt our lives here after fleeing conflict and persecution, we ask you to show the compassionate leadership we know you are capable of. " - Please sign our housewarming card to the new Prime Minister! @rasvoice.bsky.social act.refugee-action.org.uk/page/195459/...
Sign our card to Andy Burnham
“As you build your life in No 10, will you help us - people seeking safety - rebuild our lives in Britain?”
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Great to connect with @andyburnham.bsky.social to discuss the important barriers to integration. In May 2019, RAS Voice had the chance to meet with Andy Burnham and discuss about the "Lift the Ban" report. We're hopeful that he'll continues to be a true advocate for the people. #andyburnham
To the UK’s next Prime Minister: People seeking safety deserve a fair, compassionate asylum system—not hostile policies. It’s time to rebuild, protect, and listen to those who have lived experience. Read & share @refugeeaction.bsky.social's call to action: www.refugee-action.org.uk/to-britains-...
To Britain's next Prime Minister: Listen to people seeking safety - Refugee Action
Political change can feel very different when decisions made in Westminster directly shape where you live, whether you can work, and how long you must wait for safety. Tamirat A. Tsega, writing from R...
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RAS Voice in Collaboration with CAN celebrated refugee week by running a panel discussion on "locked out locked up" report. The boldness of the panelists spoke about the issues of racism and the potential recommendation. The event was well attended and the participants got together to do dancing.
It was great to meet @seemasyeda.bsky.social from @jcwi-uk.bsky.social to discuss about People movement & migration
RAS Voice@rasvoice.bsky.social · 6mo agoRAS Voice hosted a stall, led a workshop on the right to work ban, & Jonathan was a featured panelist to speak on Lift the Ban RAS Voice was so delighted to be part of the Union Movement Upcoming Events: National Teachers Union (July) & the main TUC Congress (September) @refugeeaction.bsky.social
RAS Voice hosted a stall, led a workshop on the right to work ban, & Jonathan was a featured panelist to speak on Lift the Ban RAS Voice was so delighted to be part of the Union Movement Upcoming Events: National Teachers Union (July) & the main TUC Congress (September) @refugeeaction.bsky.social
Asylum in the UK is a racial problem. The right to vote is limited for certain migrants. On Monday, RAS Voice in partnership with Migrants Democracy Project attended the Mass Lobby Event on the Right to Vote for all migrants residents. @refugeeaction.bsky.social @liv-migrantdemos.bsky.social
RAS Voice attended @naccomnetwork.bsky.social annual conference. Here's a video of how RAS Voice Organizer, Jonathan, is part of the NACCOM Jigsaw Puzzle. @refugeeaction.bsky.social View blog: naccom.org.uk/blog-we-are-...
“Locked Out and Locked Up” Report is live! RAS Voice co researched the trend & asylum policies including criminalisation and border externalisation @refugeeaction.bsky.social Report: www.refugee-action.org.uk/lockedoutloc... Send an E postcard to your MP: act.refugee-action.org.uk/page/188948/...
RAS Voice together with 500,000 people united and sent a clear message to the far right. Blame the billionaires, not migrants! Thank you @togetheralliance.bsky.social for organizing this movement in London. @refugeeaction.bsky.social
Today, we’re showing up. For our neighbours. Our friends. Our family. And anyone who has been scapegoated by the far-right. Half a million strong. Together. This is just the beginning. #Together
RAS Voice March for UNITY with Together Alliance Rally! This street belongs to us! 📣 @togetheralliance.bsky.social @refugeeaction.bsky.social
RAS Voice joined the mass lobby at Westminster to #StandUpForMigrantRights We met @davidwilliamsmp.bsky.social @kimjohnsonmp.bsky.social challenge the "Earned Settlement" plans. We won't let 1.35m people be pushed into uncertainty. Safety is not temporary! Drop the plans @refugeeaction.bsky.social
The UK foreign policy contributes to the push factors that force people to flee, yet we respond with draconian measures like the 30-month stay. Common sense dictates that the UK must assume responsibility for its role." — Yanick, RAS Voice. End the vicious cycle. #RefugeesWelcome
Refugee Action@refugeeaction.bsky.social · 8mo agoThe policies that are made in the grand building of parliament impact real people all around the country. Yanick, Rene, Anusha and Bsmah have all experienced the asylum system first hand. They are members of our community. They campaign for justice. And we share their outrage.
The conversation about housing is all wrong. For decades, governments haven’t built enough social homes. People are struggling. Yet refugees get blamed. Our new video flips the narrative and focuses on the real issue. Watch it. Share it. Let’s change the conversation.
Unity is stronger than division. That’s why we’ve formed Together Alliance with 50+ organisations and thousands of individuals — all pushing back against the far right. #Together we show where this country really stands. Join us: togetheralliance.org.uk
The Guardian reports far- right groups harassing people seeking safety in northern France, destroying water supplies and invading sleeping spaces. This is where the politics of division leads. We need leaders who choose hope and unity. Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4sRPMn2
‘They’re emboldened’: British far-right activists step up harassment of asylum seekers in northern France
Aid groups say rise of far-right rhetoric in politics has fed into intimidation, vandalism and hate graffiti around migrant camps
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'Our Side of the Story' Created by the Greater Manchester Asylum Hotels Group and Stand & Be Counted Theatre, this short film features people with lived experience of asylum hotels. The group is supported by us, and the film presents a spoken version of a statement they shared a few months ago.
Our Side of the Story: Greater Manchester Asylum Hotels Group
YouTube video by GMIAU
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It’s time to move from crisis to community. The current system is expensive, unsafe and unsustainable. Take action and Email your MP act.refugee-action.org.uk/page/181811/... Local homes, fair investment, and community-led planning offer a real path forward. A fairer future is possible.
Right now public money fuels private profit while people live in poor conditions. It hurts all our communities. Our report sets out a council-run alternative. Email your MP and ask them to speak about it in Parliament: https://bit.ly/4pFEXly
Tell your MP to back community-led housing in 2 minutes!
It's time to give councils what they need to lead asylum housing and invest in social homes. I’ve asked my MP to read Refugee Action’s new report and back it. Add your voice now!
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Stronger communities start with safe homes. Read the full report: www.refugee-action.org.uk/wp-content/u... A locally run housing system would keep public money in local areas, reduce hotel use and support people from day one. This is how we build dignity and belonging
Stronger communities start with safe homes. Read the full report: www.refugee-action.org.uk/wp-content/u... A locally run housing system would keep public money in local areas, reduce hotel use and support people from day one. This is how we build dignity and belonging
While headlines focus on how many people claim asylum in the UK, there's one number that's not even officially counted: The number of people who die while trying to seek sanctuary here. We know our policies kill people. Their deaths must not be ignored. #KnowTheirNames
Hey Keir Starmer, get the memo? We’ve delivered thousands of messages to Number 10 from our supporters, with the help of some digi-vans! People are fed up with politicians choosing failed policies and scapegoating over investing in all communities. Time for real change.
Powerful racial justice talks at our Black History Month panel, co-hosted with Race Equity Network. A lecturer from @uniofreading.bsky.social @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social and our activists spoke about the need for action asylum seekers and racial justice @refugeeaction.bsky.social
We are deeply concerned by the Home Secretary’s move to suspend refugee family reunion. No one chooses to be apart from their loved ones. Family unity is a human right—central to healing, dignity, and belonging. Restore safe, legal routes now. #RefugeeRights @refugeeaction.bsky.social
