Our home our Salford conference (organiser):
community education on the health and wellbeing of refugees and migrants

Hesk, GCO; Turner, S

Abstract

A conference to inform local communities on the issues
and problems faced by refugees and migrants in Salford.
The ethnic diversity of Salford has changed significantly in
recent years. This conference will provide information on the changing face of the BAME, Refugees and Migrant population in Salford and how their needs can be met more effectively.
Highlights of the day
❚ Hear personal testimonies from refugees and migrants
❚ Understand the problems faced by refugees and migrants
❚ Find out more about the key service needs across health,
housing, education and employment.
By attending you will also have the opportunity to discuss
topics facing refugees and migrants with key speakers from
various local charities and organisations.
This event is supported by Salford Forum for Refugees and
People Seeking Asylum, Europia, Greater Manchester BME
Network, Refugee Action, Salford City Council, Salix Homes,
Trafford Rape Crisis, British Heart Foundation, North West
Ambulance Service NHS Trust, University and College Union
(UCU), NESTAC, Lesbian Immigration Support Group, Revive,
Visible Outcomes, Salford Sista’s Choir, Greater Manchester
Fire and Rescue Service, Freedom From Torture.

Citation

community education on the health and wellbeing of refugees and migrants. Lady Hale Building, University of Salford

• Other Type: Other
• Acceptance Date: Jun 21, 2013
• Deposit Date: Aug 18, 2015
• Publicly Available Date: Apr 5, 2016
• Related Public URLs: http://www.salford.ac.uk/news/our-home-our-salford2; http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/community-education-on-the-health-and-wellbeing-of-refugees-and-migrants-tickets-2884009149#; http://www.salford.ac.uk/news/our-home-our-salford2
• Additional Information: Funders : HEFCE;UCU;The University of Salford