Manchester Refugee Support Network - MRSN

28/05/2026

Our Spring 2026 Newsletter is here 💌

From challenging new asylum policies to powerful stories of resilience, this edition shares what MRSN has been doing across asylum support, immigration advice, hotel work and refugee integration – plus how you can get involved.

We’ve already raised over £2,000 to protect our Asylum Support Service, but we urgently need to raise at least £10,000 (and as much as we can) to keep this lifeline open.

Read it here: https://www.mrsn.org.uk/2026/05/28/mrsn-spring-newsletter-is-here/

27/05/2026

Join us this Refugee Week for a special Film Day with Manchester Refugee Support Network!

We’re bringing the Film Festival 2026 to Manchester with a powerful afternoon of films exploring displacement, identity, and resilience. Featuring a curated mix of shorts and feature films from across the world, this is a space to watch, reflect, and connect.

Drop in or stay for the full programme — all are welcome. Free popcorn provided.

Free entry, with optional donations to support our work with refugees and people seeking asylum across Greater Manchester.

Date: Refugee Week 2026
Time: 2–6pm
Location: St James’ Church, 95A Princess Road, M14 4TH

Please note: Film certifications range from U to 15, and some content may be sensitive.

Come along, bring a friend, and be part of Refugee Week with us.

05/05/2026

Children in the UK are facing an unprecedented attack on their rights. The government is consulting on plans to:

- Cut off asylum support from families who’ve been refused protection

- Remove support from some care leavers because of their immigration status

- Allow physical force to be used against children during removals, even by officers without body cameras or child-specific training

These changes will only create more fear, destitution, homelessness, violence and misery for children and young people.

Head to the link in our bio for 's clear, practical guide to the consultation and submit your response before the 28th May 2026 – every voice counts in resisting these plans.

01/05/2026

01/05/2026

The Government is cracking down on family reunion. Children who’ve already survived war and persecution could be left alone and in danger if we don’t act now.

Join us & Safe Passage International in urging the
Home Secretary to stop tearing refugee families apart:
www.safepassage.org.uk/refugeefamilies

02/03/2026

Refugees deserve safety and stability, not more years of anxiety and insecurity. Limiting refugee protection to just 30 months will cause harm, not help — to individuals, families, and the communities that support them.

27/02/2026

Our Winter Newsletter is out now ❄️

Catch up on what’s been happening across MRSN in the last 3 months – from asylum support and immigration advice to refugee integration, hotel work and our Expert by Experience projects – plus an urgent appeal to help save our Asylum Support service.

Read, share, and, if you can, donate to support refugees and people seeking asylum in Greater Manchester. Your solidarity really matters. 💙

https://www.mrsn.org.uk/2026/02/27/check-out-mrsns-winter-newsletter/

17/02/2026

Some Drop In Services will be closed during the rest of February, so please read carefully if you're planning to use or signpost to MRSN.

Head to our website for more information for each service or email [email protected].

Thanks 🙏

12/02/2026

🌐 We have a new look!
Our website has had an update — check it out at mrsn.org.uk!

We’re especially excited to launch our new Resources section, where we’ll be adding helpful, practical information for our clients.

We’d love your feedback — let us know what you think or if something isn’t working for you at [email protected].

Huge thanks to our amazing volunteer who supported the new design — we hope it makes your experience smoother and more useful 💻💛

04/02/2026

It's Hate Crime Awareness Week. If you’ve experienced or witnessed hate crime, confidential support is available across Greater Manchester.

You can access help whether or not you choose to report.

No one should feel unsafe or alone.

Visit: www.letsendhatecrime.com