Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network (LRMN) celebrated Refugee Week as the first Borough of Sanctuary in Deptford.
Themed around the power of community, the event welcomed both charities and individuals to a day of crafts, performances and support.
Charities such as FaceWork ran a CV and interview workshop, Lewisham Libraries brought books, and LRMN Women’s Group Choir performed.
In May 2021, Lewisham was named the first Borough of Sanctuary by the national City of Sanctuary charity.
The borough retained this accreditation as of March 2024, and continues to welcome those fleeing violence and persecution in their own countries as well as protect the rights of all migrants, asylum seekers and refugees.
Feature image: Gabrielle Brown
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