New Citizens' Gateway

New Citizens' Gateway Formerly Barnet Refugee Service. We do this by working to reduce health inequalities, social exclusion and poverty that overwhelm this group of individuals.

New Citizens' Gateway is an independent registered charity working to improve the quality of life for refugees and asylum seekers. NCG is an independent registered charity working to improve the quality of life for refugees and asylum seekers who live, work or study within Barnet and surrounding London boroughs. We work in partnership with local agencies and the greater community to promote the physical, social and mental well-being of our clients.

✨ Movement, Healing, and Community! ✨Refugee and asylum-seeking women often face significant health gaps, with limited a...
02/10/2026

✨ Movement, Healing, and Community! ✨

Refugee and asylum-seeking women often face significant health gaps, with limited access to tailored, culturally sensitive healthcare and wellness spaces.

At New Citizens' Gateway, we believe movement is medicine. Physical activity plays a crucial role in bridging these health disparities—improving mobility, reducing anxiety, and supporting overall physical and mental well-being. 🧘‍♀️💫

Our Women’s Group recently came together for a revitalising wellness session featuring both traditional mat yoga and accessible chair yoga! Whether stretching on a mat or moving gently from a chair, every woman found a space to breathe, connect, and strengthen her body at her own pace. 🌿🌸

✨ Best of all? It’s 100% FREE for attendees! ✨

We are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and welcoming environments where women can thrive together. 💛

Interested in joining or learning more about our free activities? DM us or visit the link in our bio to get involved!

🌊 "Moments like this remind us how important community is."Our Men’s Group took a day trip down to Brighton for seaside ...
24/09/2026

🌊 "Moments like this remind us how important community is."

Our Men’s Group took a day trip down to Brighton for seaside walks, great conversation, and even a brave dip into the sea! 🏖️✨

NCG's men's group provides an opportunity for men to come together, practice English, talk openly, and support one another. Having a safe, welcoming opportunity to unwind, reduce isolation, and bond outside of daily stresses makes all the difference for emotional well-being.

In the words of our group members:

💬 "Being by the sea with the group felt like a breath of fresh air after a long week."

💬 "Today wasn't just a day trip; it was about building true brotherhood and belonging."

Thank you to our staff, volunteers, and everyone who joined us for bringing such brilliant energy to the coast! 💙

Taking a step back to rest, reconnect, and recharge. 💛Supporting refugees and asylum seekers is deeply meaningful work, ...
22/09/2026

Taking a step back to rest, reconnect, and recharge. 💛

Supporting refugees and asylum seekers is deeply meaningful work, but caring for others begins with caring for our team. To prevent burnout and foster wellbeing, the New Citizens’ Gateway (NCG) staff and dedicated volunteers recently came together for a rejuvenating retreat.

Across our time together, we:
✨ Crafted and shaped pottery in hands-on creative workshops
🍞 Shared delicious family-style meals around a full table
🎲 Reconnected through games and reflective team exercises
🌊 Took restorative walks along the coast and spent quality time outdoors

A massive thank you to the Henry Smith and our generous donors whose support made this vital retreat possible. Your investment in our frontline team directly strengthens our ability to continue serving our community with compassion and resilience. 🕯️✨

16/09/2026

Welcome to the New Citizens Gateway community! 🧵✨

If you’re new here, we’re so glad you’ve joined us. In a time when anti-migrant rhetoric and division can feel overwhelming, projects like this remind us of what true community looks like.

This tapestry was created by refugees, asylum seekers, and local Barnet residents who came together to stitch their stories, hope, and solidarity into a single collective artwork. Each square is a personal reflection of belonging, peace, and resilience—a reminder that we are far stronger when we connect rather than divide.

We give safe spaces where people from all backgrounds are welcomed and heard.

We give refugees and asylum seekers a creative voice to share their journeys.

We break down isolation and building meaningful relationships across our borough.

Whether you’ve supported us for years or just hit follow, thank you for standing with us in solidarity. 💜

Want to support our work or get involved in community initiatives? Tap the link in our bio to learn more.

What a way to wrap up the summer! ⚽🏆✨Last week, NCG Youth held our end-of-summer football tournament! Beyond the competi...
08/09/2026

What a way to wrap up the summer! ⚽🏆✨

Last week, NCG Youth held our end-of-summer football tournament! Beyond the competition, events like these are vital for bringing young people together, building lasting friendships, and combating isolation in our community. 🤝💙

We had four amazing teams go head-to-head on the pitch—three representing NCG and one joining us from I Speak Football. The energy, teamwork and communication were incredible, with players proudly taking home their hard-earned medals and certificates to mark the occasion! 🏅📜

A huge thank you to:
🙌 Our fantastic coaches from LiFT CIC and NCG volunteers for leading the sessions
🤝 Our partners from I Speak Football for bringing the competition and great vibes
💙 Our funders at John Lyon’s Charity whose generous support makes events like this possible

Thank you to everyone who played, cheered, and made the tournament such a success! 🥳⚽

"A brilliant example of partnership working... lots of the ladies had a good time, felt comfortable to ask questions and...
08/09/2026

"A brilliant example of partnership working... lots of the ladies had a good time, felt comfortable to ask questions and learnt something new." Public Health Officer

What an incredible day with our NCG Women’s Group! 💖✨

We held a dedicated Women’s Health & Wellbeing Session, bringing together expert advice, open conversations, and a welcoming space for everyone to learn, connect, and prioritise their wellbeing. From informative talks and interactive stalls to a wonderful shared brunch, the atmosphere was filled with warm community spirit. 🍇🌿

A massive thank you to all the partners, volunteers, and team members who helped make it such a resounding success.

Thank you to all the organisations involved:
🔹 GLL Sport Foundation
🔹 Meridian Wellbeing
🔹 London's Violence Reduction Unit Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG)
🔹 𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗘𝗧 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗟 Barnet Council Public Health comms
Barnet Sexual Health – Central and North West London NHS Trust NHS England
🔹 North London & Central and East London Breast Screening Service – t Royal Free London
🔹 Cervical Cancer – North Central London Cancer Alliance

Thank you to every woman who joined us and made the session so special!🌟

Cooking, learning, and sharing delicious food! 👨‍🍳Last week, our youth group had an amazing time cooking up a delicious ...
03/09/2026

Cooking, learning, and sharing delicious food! 👨‍🍳

Last week, our youth group had an amazing time cooking up a delicious Sri Lankan feast! ✨

This session was particularly meaningful as it provided a space for some of the unaccompanied minors we support to develop essential life skills. Cooking is a wonderful way to build confidence and independence!

Huge thanks to for sharing their kitchen space, to our talented young chefs and partners Passing Spoons for leading such a wonderful session, and to John Lyon’s Charity for their generous support in making this happen! 🧡

Bubbles, budgeting, and big leadership energy! 🫧✨Our recent youth group trip to Bubble Planet Experience was extra speci...
27/08/2026

Bubbles, budgeting, and big leadership energy! 🫧✨

Our recent youth group trip to Bubble Planet Experience was extra special because it was entirely youth-led!

Our young people co-designed the entire experience—taking full ownership by researching options, managing the budget, and holding a democratic vote to pick their top destination. 🎟️📊🗳️

Co-designing outings like this is so important: it builds decision-making confidence, practical budgeting skills, and real independence, ensuring our activities genuinely reflect what young people want and need. 💡🤝

From giant ball pits to glowing infinity rooms, everyone had an absolute blast exploring all the bubbly fun! 🫧💜

A massive thank you to our generous funder John Lyon’s Charity for making youth-led experiences like this possible! 💙🙌

We’re growing hope, connection, and fresh produce together! 🌾💚✨Our NCG community allotment, run and lovingly cared for b...
26/08/2026

We’re growing hope, connection, and fresh produce together! 🌾💚✨

Our NCG community allotment, run and lovingly cared for by refugees, is so much more than just a garden. It is a place of belonging where people of all ages come together to share skills, stories, and connection. 💚

From little hands planting seeds in small pots to elders tending to bright blooms and watering the crops, every corner of this garden shows what happens when a community grows together. 🌾☀️

Whether we’re planting new life in the soil, harvesting fresh chillies, or simply sharing a quiet moment under the evening sky, this space offers stability, joy, and a true sense of home. 🪴🤝✨

A huge thank you to the Co-op Local Community Fund and Co-op members—your generous support helps us keep this special space flourishing for everyone who needs it! 💙 Co-op Co-op Foundation

Making waves and trying new things! 🚣‍♂️🌊✨We took some of our NCG youth group kayaking last week at Welsh Harp! For most...
26/08/2026

Making waves and trying new things! 🚣‍♂️🌊✨

We took some of our NCG youth group kayaking last week at Welsh Harp! For most of them, this was their very first time giving water sports a go, and the energy, smiles, and confidence on the water were amazing to see. 🚣✨

Opportunities like this are so important—not only for learning new skills, but for bringing young people together, combating isolation, and creating a supportive community where everyone feels connected. 💙

A massive thank you to:
🚣 Our partners at PhoenixOutdoorCentre/CanoeClub for hosting us and giving our young people such a brilliant experience on the water!
💙 Our generous funder, John Lyon’s Charity for making these memorable youth activities possible!

Here’s to more fresh air and new adventures! ☀️🌊

Address

9th Floor, Hyde House, The Hyde, Colindale
London
NW96LH

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+442089059002

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