Derby Refugee Forum

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Email drac2@hotmail.co.uk
Website http://www.derbyrefugeeforum.org/
Telephone 01332 347497
Address
99 Curzon Street
Derby
DE1 1LN
Purpose
Our mission is to provide compassionate, accessible and practical support to refugees and asylum seekers in Derby, empowering them to overcome challenges, integrate into society, and rebuild their lives with dignity. We strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where individuals can access advice, education, basic needs and community connections, while raising awareness of the difficulties faced by those seeking sanctuary.
Services

Our Core Services

Advice & Support:
We hold free drop-in advice sessions every Tuesday and Thursday, offering one-to-one guidance on housing, benefits, legal support, healthcare access and more. We also provide signposting to specialist services when needed.

Basic Needs Assistance:
For individuals facing destitution, we offer emergency food parcels, toiletries and sleeping bags.

Education & Skills:
We offer weekly English and Maths classes on a drop-in basis, designed to be accessible to those with varying schedules and learning needs. These classes build confidence and are a key part of helping people integrate and access further opportunities.

Workshops & Wellbeing Activities:
We run regular workshops and creative sessions focused on practical life skills, wellbeing and community engagement. Topics range from mental health and hate crime awareness to CV writing, budgeting and art therapy.

Social Events & Trips:
Throughout the year we organise cultural outings, celebrations, and community events—from Eid and Christmas parties, to trips to local theatres, football matches and community gardens. These help reduce isolation and promote belonging.

Safe Space & Community:
We offer a welcoming, confidential space where individuals can share their concerns and feel supported without judgment.

We also work closely with other organisations in the area such as SV2, TellMama, and Sexual Health and are able to make direct referrals. 
What they do
  • Advice/information/advocacy/legal
  • Arts/Crafts/Culture/Music
  • Education/training
  • Food / hunger
  • Housing or homelessness
  • Volunteering
Who they work with
  • Asylum seekers or Refugees
  • Families
  • Immigrants
  • Sexuality (Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual)
  • Trans/Gender identity
  • Travelling communities
  • Unemployed people
  • Voluntary/community groups
Geographical area coverage Derby City
Space for Hire Yes
Opening Times Tuesdays & Thursdays 9-4
Eligibility Criteria We offer drop-in services, no referrals are required.
Service Costs N/A
Is a registered charity? Yes
Charity Number 1121582
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