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Tuesday 10am - 2pm Wednesday 10am - 2pm Thursday 10am - 2pm

Bedfordshire Refugee & Asylum Seeker Support

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Bedfordshire Refugee & Asylum Seeker Support (BRASS) is an established charity working to empower and support refugees and asylum seekers.

17/09/2026

We are hiring! ESOL COORDINATOR Please use this link to see job description: https://vcconnectsystem.org.uk/BedfordshireVMS2/VolunteerOpportunities/DetailsForSearch/5439

17/09/2026

We are hiring!

Employment course coordinator/advisor. Please use this link to see the job description:

Part- time: 10 hours per week over two or three days; £14.50/hour6-month post. Possibility of further work dependent on funding.You will help clients get employed and coordinate employment-related courses, such asDriving Theory and Know Your Employment Rights. The post holder is also expected totea...

15/09/2026

We were delighted to welcome The Lord Lieutenant of Bedfordshire, Susan Lousada, as guest speaker at our AGM last week. She gave a thought-provoking and interesting speech, highlighting the strength in the diversity of Bedfordshire’s communities.
Dr Dorani is pictured with Morris Johns, Eric Masih, former High Sheriff of Bedfordshire and Dr Virendra Soni, Chair of Bedfordshire Council of Faiths.

24/08/2026

Last Thursday, the annual BRASS trip to the seaside took place. 85 clients enjoyed ice creams, the beach and the fresh air of Hunstanton. Many clients commented that they wanted to stay longer and everyone had a great day out!

18/08/2026

Wimpole Hall National Trust

BRASS clients enjoyed a wonderful day out last week at Wimpole Hall. They explored the house, gardens, farm and parkland and found some shady spots to picnic!

17/08/2026

Would you like to join our team of volunteers?
We are looking for two excellent volunteers to work at two of our drop in sessions. The two days available are Monday and Thursday and the hours are 10am - 2pm. One volunteer is required for each.
The role involves interacting with a wide variety of clients and offering advice to them as required. Please contact [email protected] for further details.

21/07/2026

A wonderful celebration of the achievements of the women’s English Language group! Well done to all of the women who have participated and worked hard this year!
ESOL lessons are part of the Integration Activities here at BRASS. If you are interested in becoming a tutor, or in ESOL lessons, send an email to [email protected]

09/07/2026

We were delighted to welcome over 100 clients and supporters to our annual summer party recently. This year, it was combined with a memorial to our former Director, Brian Cunningham and many people shared there memories of him at the event.
Delicious food and children’s activities completed the event - thank you for coming!

24/06/2026

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thank you very much to The National Lottery Community Fund for their generous grant. The grant is to help us to continue to provide integration activities including English language lessons, social and well being activities. The grant will help clients reach their potential, build full lives here and contribute to the community.

20/06/2026

Thank you The Harpur Trust for your support which enables us to provide support to members of our Bedford community.

As part of World Refugee Day, we’re proud to highlight the impact of our grant funding in supporting refugees and asylum seekers across Bedfordshire.

We’re delighted to support Bedfordshire Refugee & Asylum Seeker Support, an organisation providing vital support, hope, and opportunities for those seeking refuge in the county.

Through their work, individuals and families are empowered to overcome poverty and disadvantage, feel welcomed and included, gain new knowledge and skills, and take steps towards independence and a brighter future.

Funding from The Harpur Trust plays an important role in enabling charities like BRASS to continue delivering this essential support, helping people rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

Address

27b Tavistock Street
Bedford
MK402RB

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 2pm
Wednesday	10am - 2pm
Thursday	10am - 2pm

Telephone

(01234) 211381

Website

https://www.brassbedford.org/

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