Supporting young refugees to fulfil their potential
Young Roots is a London-based charity working with young refugees and asylum seekers aged 11-25 seeking safety in the UK, most of whom are alone without their families. We want young people to be able to build a positive future here – we provide practical and emotional support through our Youthwork, Casework and our Advice and Support Hubs, where young people can also access therapeutic support, legal advice and learn English and other skills. Through our campaigning, we also work with young people to positively influence the policy and practice which affects their lives.
Film directed and produced by Tomo Brody and dedicated to his memory.
In the words of young refugees we work with
Young people are central to all we do at Young Roots. Their safety, wellbeing, interests and aspirations inform our work and our offer.
“It feels like home as everyone is very welcoming, listen to us and help us to overcome our problems.”
Raena, aged 18, from Eritrea
“I want to live like a normal person, who has a good family, maybe getting married, have children, have a good job too.”
Ebi, aged 21, from Iran
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