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Manchester Refugee Support Network - MRSN

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Run by refugees, MRSN supports Manchester’s refugee communities and asylum seekers, across a range of free services.

We help people through the immigration/asylum system and provide community outreach, training and well being support + much more. Manchester Refugee Support Network (MRSN) is a grass-roots organisation directly managed by refugee communities, based in Manchester. MRSN aims to build strong and independent refugee community organisations, develop the skills of community leaders and give people the information they need to settle and build new lives. Our work focuses on development of refugee organisations, advice and advocacy, campaigns, and providing practical support and guidance for refugees and asylum seekers who are settling in the UK having fled conflict and persecution. At MRSN, we help refugees and asylum seekers to get the basic support they need to live again with dignity. Then we help them build safe, happy and productive lives in the UK.

13/10/2026

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29/09/2026

We recently partnered with for a creative workshop exploring the power of theatre to share experiences, raise questions and inspire change.

The session was inspired by Odd Arts’ work in Legislative Theatre - a participatory approach that uses real-life experiences and creative performance to explore issues within systems and consider how they could be changed.

Participants had the opportunity to get creative, share ideas and reflect on their own experiences in a supportive space. It was a brilliant opportunity to explore how lived experience can be brought into conversations about the systems and policies that affect our communities.

A huge thank you to Odd Arts for working with us and creating two engaging sessions, and to everyone who took part. We cannot wait to see the progression of this project! ❤️

01/09/2026

MRSN are partnering with the fantastic to deliver free Creative Taster Workshops at St James' Church for those with lived experience of the refugee/asylum process 🙏

The workshops will be exploring themes of belonging, safety, identity and community, inspired by theatre practices, and there will be refreshments and travel reimbursement.

All the details are above - if you would like to find out more or sign up, email [email protected] or 07780263840

21/08/2026

Every home starts with the basics most of us take for granted. 🏠

Right now, we're looking for furniture, household equipment and other essential items to help individuals and families settle into new accommodation across Greater Manchester.

We don't have storage space, so we only collect items once we know they're needed by a specific person or family — get in touch first and we'll let you know what's currently needed.

Got something to offer? Contact Belay at [email protected] 💛

19/08/2026

We're Hiring: Supervising Senior Caseworker – Immigration & Complex Asylum 👩‍⚖️

Manchester Refugee Support Network is expanding our legal support offer, and we're looking for a Law Society-accredited immigration and asylum specialist to lead the way.

This is a key leadership role in a new and exciting project — combining expert legal casework with supervision, service development and team building.

What you'll do:
⚖️ Manage a portfolio of asylum and immigration casework
🤝 Supervise and support a Senior Caseworker
📋 Oversee legal aid billing, audits and compliance
📚 Help shape a growing team and service

What we're looking for:
✅ Law Society IAA accreditation at Supervising Senior Caseworker level (or equivalent)
✅ Experience in immigration/asylum casework and representation
✅ Experience supervising or mentoring staff
✅ Strong understanding of Legal Aid, SQM and compliance standards

Why join MRSN:
For over 30 years, we've supported people seeking safety and stability across Greater Manchester — in the UK's largest asylum dispersal region. Join a compassionate, professional and collaborative team, with benefits including 32 days holiday, 2 weeks winter closure, hybrid and flexible working, wellbeing leave, free staff counselling and pension.

Part-time applicants welcome.

📩 Find out more and apply — link in bio, or contact us directly.

03/08/2026

Punishing people who seek safety has never fixed the asylum system – and it never will.

If you believe in a fair, humane asylum system, add your voice and share this post.

28/07/2026

Last week, MRSN hosted and a powerful coalition of organisations - , , , , , Rainbow Haven and Step Change Consortium - to stand with people seeking sanctuary in Greater Manchester, speak out against the government’s increasingly hostile policies, and express our pressing concerns.

We want these points to be carried into Parliament so the voices of people seeking sanctuary are heard where decisions are made 🙏

16/06/2026

It's Refugee Week!

We want to start it off by saying a massive thank you to everyone who made our recent musical fundraiser such a powerful and joyful night on Friday. We’re so grateful to all the incredible artists who shared their talent and energy with us — and the Dance Out Percussion crew, Hamsaz Ensemble, , kusasa, metrodomeuk and Levi Love - your performances were all AMAZING ✨💗

Huge thanks as well to The Carlton Club The Carlton Club for hosting us and creating such a welcoming and vibrant space for the event. It means so much to be able to bring people together in spaces like this.

Massive thanks to our volunteers who supported the event on the night - we wouldn't have been able to do it without you!

And to everyone who came along, donated, danced, connected, and showed their support — thank you. Your solidarity and generosity is so valued in these difficult times.

Together, we raised over £1,500, which will go directly towards supporting our work with people seeking asylum. This kind of community support has a real, tangible impact so THANK YOU🧡

Last Friday is an example of how our communities can and will stand (and dance) in solidarity with people seeking sanctuary. Communities grow stronger when we support those seeking safety and provide the advice and help they need. Indeed Refugee Week's theme is courage and we know how important this is than ever during these increasingly hostile times 🙏

And for any film buffs, we have our FREE film day on Thursday - head to the link in our bio to find out more ❤️

12/06/2026

Here are our set times 👇

A few more practical bits:

- kids go free for the early Dance Out Percussion workshop
- there’ll be a food van on site in the evening serving delicious Portuguese food
- if you have any access requirements or questions, please drop us a message so we can support you.

Looking forward to celebrating and showing solidarity 🙏❤

Tickets still available here: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Manchester/The-Carlton-Club-Manchester/Musical-Solidarity-with-Refugees-and-Asylum-Seekers/42413144/

11/06/2026

Levi Love is joining us at Carlton Club tomorrow for MRSN’s fundraiser, bringing his signature blend of deep house textures and funk‑infused African rhythms to the dancefloor.

A DJ, producer and founder of grassroots label Mas O Menos, Levi’s sound fuses his South African roots with his Manchester home, creating warm, rolling grooves built for proper heads‑down dancing. With over 20 years behind the decks, he’s honed a style that feels both soulful and forward‑thinking.

Levi has lit up stages at The Warehouse Project, Sounds From the Other City, Beyond the Music and more, known for his energetic, engaging presence and confident, mixes that always leave the crowd wanting one more tune.

Catch Levi Love alongside Metrodome, kusasa, Chafik, Hamsaz Ensemble and Dance Out Percussion as we raise vital funds for Manchester Refugee Support Network’s asylum support work.

📍 Carlton Club, Whalley Range
📅 Friday 12 June
🎟 Tickets in the link in our bio!

Address

129 Princess Road
Manchester
M144RB

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5:30pm
Friday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+441618680777

Website

http://mrsn.org.uk/

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