The more people in Sheffield who understand the realities of the UK asylum system, and the work ASSIST does to challenge destitution and injustice, the stronger our collective response becomes.
You can play an important part in spreading the word. By sharing our work with your networks, you help build solidarity, understanding, and practical support for people seeking sanctuary in our city.
How you can help spread the word
You can support ASSIST by:
- Inviting us to speak at community groups, faith groups, charities, or organisations you are involved with
- Asking us to speak at your workplace, staff meeting, or learning event
- Inviting us to bring an ASSIST stall to an event, fair, or conference
- Sharing our website with friends, colleagues, and community networks
- Liking us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and inviting others to do the same
- Join our mailing list to keep up to date with regular updates and events
Every conversation helps. Every new connection increases understanding of what life is like for people navigating the Hostile Environment.
Hearing directly from people with lived experience
Whenever possible, when we speak to a new group, we try to involve someone who has been supported by ASSIST, so they can share their own story in their own words.
Nothing conveys the reality of life within the UK asylum system as powerfully as hearing directly from someone with lived experience. We approach this carefully and ethically, ensuring that people are involved only when it is safe, appropriate, and fully voluntary.
Get in touch
If you would like to invite ASSIST to speak, host a stall, or share resources with your group, school, or organisation, please email communityandevents@assistsheffield.org.uk.
Include your contact details, and we will get back to you to discuss dates and the best approach for your audience.
We look forward to meeting you and the members of your group, school, or organisation — and to continuing to build a Sheffield that stands for welcome, dignity, and justice.