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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Whats on for refugees
What's on guide for refugees.?Click here for latest version
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Holocaust Memorial Day events 2023
Derby is once again commemorating Holocaust Memorial Day with some special events
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Derby Peace Week is coming! and you are all welcome.
You are invited to a wide range of events at Derby’s 5th Peace Week promoting peace and social justice involving many local groups and civic organizations.
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Refugee Week 2022 in Derby and Derbyshire
Refugee Week is a chance to celebrate the contribution oClif refugees in the UK, and we can't wait to do exactly that with lots of organisations across the city and county 20th - 26th June. Click Refugee Week 2022 for…
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Derby Theatre awarded Theatre of Sanctuary award!!
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Maison Foo offer free creative workshops in Derby
Maison Foo Creative Inspire workshops available free to all asylum seekers - click this link for details
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Two Lampedusa Cross events in Derby
On Saturday February 19th there are two events:
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Holocaust Memorial day in Derby
Last week saw some profoundly moving events in the city for Holocaust Memorial Day, including talks by the grandson of an SS officer in the second world war and the granddaughter of a Holocaust Survivor, a civic reception for the…
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Maison Foo’s Meet your Neighbour is now online!
Last Thursday Maison Foo Theatre Company of Sanctuary launched their amazing “Meet your Neighbour” online installation! There was a great party atmosphere and Beth and Nasrin were interviewed on Radio Derby about it. (Thursday January 27th 2.15pm) . Meet your…
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Maison Foo launches online Meet Your Neighbour event
Join us as we celebrate the launch of Maison Foo’s new Meet Your Neighbour online platform...
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Holocaust Memorial Day events 2022
DERBY HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY
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Lampedusa Cross comes to Derby
Our partners at Derby Museums and Art Gallery will host the Lampedusa Cross from December 10th until March 2022. This is a significant piece of history that marks the perilous human story of those who have or continue to seek…