Your School Can Help to Support Young Refugees
We are constantly inspired by the kindness of younger generations, who we find have such a curiosity to learn and want to support one another no matter their background. This includes the young refugees that we work with. We are really keen to spread awareness and involve school communities within our work, whether it is through fundraising or teaching them about our work through assemblies and workshops.
How you and your school could get involved
If your school is interested in any of these activities, kindly reach out to us via email at fundraising@youngroots.org.uk
Workshops and assemblies
Consider inviting one of our team members to speak at your school! During the session, we can delve into our work, discuss the unique challenges encountered by the young people we support, and explore how the funds you raise will make a difference. With workshops directed at smaller classes, we can also make the session interactive and have insightful discussions on the topic as a whole.
Charity of the term or year
Choose Young Roots as your designated charity and stand by us throughout the term or year. This offers a meaningful opportunity to engage with our mission, gain in-depth insights into our work, and raise vital funds through enjoyable fundraising activities. Whether you've supported us before, or you're new to Young Roots, we'd love to have you as part of our community.
Fundraise for us
Pick an activity, set a goal, and have some fun whilst raising funds for Young Roots! Whether you are students, a staff member, or part of the PTA, your fundraising efforts directly benefit the individuals we support, ensuring they can access our vital services. From organising talent shows to hosting bake sales or sponsored walk, there are many ways you can get involved and make a difference.
First Give
Ask your school about participating in the First Give this year! This nationwide scheme provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about Young Roots, learn new skills, and actively contribute to positive change within your community. Plus, there’s a chance to win £1,000 for your selected charity. Find out more about the First Give HERE!
Superkind!
Explore global issues through Superkind! Superkind empowers students to delve into critical challenges faced by our world and discover meaningful ways to take action. From climate change to social justice, Superkind covers it all. And now, they’ve introduced a fundraising platform, making it possible for under 13s to raise money for their favourite charities.
Learn more about Young Roots and make a difference today by visiting our page on the Superkind website HERE!
“I am now more active because you help me to access education and I don't need to stay all the time in the hotel. The college and coming to Young Roots youth activity has helped me to feel less lonely and more active.” - Young person
Refugee Week Project
Refugee Week is taking place from June 17th to June 23rd. Whether you organise your own event or participate in local ones, everyone is invited to take part. This year's theme is "Our Home" and everyone is encouraged to reflect and celebrate what home means to them - whether it's an individual place, a smell, or a communal sense of community or our planet. This Refugee Week, let’s think about extending our compassion beyond our individual home and creating a more welcoming environment for all.
During Refugee Week, we are inviting schools to arrange their own in-house presentations using Young Roots’ resource assembly pack. This comprehensive pack comprises PowerPoint slides, a quiz, poems, case studies, and photos showcasing Young Roots’ work. Feel free to utilise these resources as you see fit! Stay Tuned - the resources will be added to this section soon!
As we approach Refugee Week, we are organising two expert panel led sessions by professionals from our Casework and Youth Development teams. The purpose of this panel is to help school staff in facilitating meaningful conversations with students during Refugee Week, ensuring that they are well-informed and equipped to navigate questions with confidence. To participate in the online panel sessions, please sign up via Eventbrite below. If you're interested in accessing the resources or would like a recording if you're unable to attend, feel free to reach out to us at fundraising@youngroots.org.uk
Why you should get involved
We want all young refugees to feel welcomed and safe in London and the whole of the UK. You can help us achieve this. There are a number of ways that you can help us to achieve this, and reasons why you should get involved with Young Roots.
Teamwork
Everyone in your school will learn to work together with the common goal of supporting the daily lives of young refugees in your area. This could be through fundraising in teams or even having group discussions.
Learning new skills
Whether it is improving critical thinking with our workshops, or learning a new activity altogether from a fundraiser, there is so much you can learn through working with us.
Supporting young refugees in your community
You can stand with and actively support young people from refugee backgrounds by learning more about their experiences and how you can champion their rights and future together.
Becoming leaders of tomorrow
Our workshops and assemblies work to empower students to see beyond labels, and instead see one another as being the same – just with different experiences. By growing this awareness and even compassion, you all can become better leaders for the future. You can become leaders who have a positive impact and welcome everyone with open arms.
Gaining new knowledge and confidence
Through assemblies and workshops, and the stories young refugees share, both you and students will learn about the current legal and social challenges they face in the UK. This also means you will gain more confidence in discussing these issues openly while spreading awareness.
Accessing our services
More practically too, if you know young people in your school who are refugees 18-25 and are interested in our activities, you can introduce them to our work. This way they can also make new friends and access our bespoke, expert services.
Need some ideas or advice? Whether you are a teacher or a student, we’ve created a handy school fundraising pack just for you.
“Young Roots offers life-affirming support to young refugees in London. Their educational programming with our school inspires avenues for my teenage students to understand, care, and take action to do what they can. From awareness campaigns to letters to local MPs, it is clear that this experience transforms learning from the head to the heart.”
— Bambi Thompson, Health Teacher at the American School in London
Get in touch
If you are interested in hearing more about our work, please contact us at fundraising@youngroots.org.uk or message us via this form.