We are an umbrella group working to create a climate of welcome for asylum seekers and refugees in the city and around and supporting the network of refugee and asylum seeker organisations across Derby.
Have a look at the organisations working with displaced people in Derby, read more about what you can do to help and join us in making Derby a welcoming city for refugees and asylum seekers.
Find us on Facebook and Twitter: @DerbyCoS
Recent News
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Red Cross publishes findings on destitution for asylum seekers and refugees
A thorough review of the current situation with recommendations to the City Council.
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Derby Refugee Week brochure now available!!
We love #Refugee Week and we love all the upcoming events organised across the City of Sanctuary network. Check out our fab brochure from #Derby with 21 events to enjoy. Explore the brochure with this link
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Refugee Week 17-23 June 2019 “You, me and those who came before”
Refugee Week 17-23 June 2019 “You, me and those who came before”
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Refugee Week programme for 2019 is here!
… and its a corker this year. There are 27 events for you to enjoy and join in with – here are some of them. Full brochure to follow shortly.
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Read more about Meet Your Neighbour events in Derby
Follow this link. https://arts.cityofsanctuary.org/2019/04/03/meet-your-neighbour-breaking-down-barriers-between-local-communities-and-those-seeking-asylum
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There’s a party in Derby Theatre – and you’re invited!
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“Far from the Home I love” a powerful and beautiful concert in Derby with Margaret Fingerhut
A huge thank to Margaret Fingerhut for a truly wonderful and inspiring evening that she gave to a full audience at Derby Cathedral on Friday March 15th . Her music and words conveyed so much and made so many connections for so many people. There have been many many positive…
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Sanctuary Specialists receive awards
Our City of Sanctuary meeting last Wednesday started with a presentation by our Chair, Joseph Chivayo, of awards to our six Sanctuary Specialists for their work in delivering training to a wide group of organisations in Derby, including schools, museum, a Doctor’s surgery, churches, an ice-cream parlour and several theatre…
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Videos of the recent Celebration Event
What the Mayor of Derby has to say about refugees and asylum seekersIf you didn't make it to the recent Derby City of Sanctuary event- check out the video to see what the mayor had to say.Please share the video and sign the pledgehttps://derby.cityofsanctuary.org/pledges
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Acclaimed pianist Margaret Fingerhut to perform at Derby Cathedral for refugees on March 15th – get your tickets now!
“Far from the Home I love” Charity Concert with Margaret Fingerhut
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Derby keeps Holocaust Memorial day
On Monday 27th January, Derby held a series of events on Holocaust Memorial Day. The theme this year was “Torn from home”. Guests including the Bosnian Ambassador and representatives of the Armenian and Ukrainian Embassies were welcomed to a civic reception by the Mayor at the Council House. We…
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Maison Foo Refugee Friends scheme video
Click here to see their youtube video