Happy October! The Welcoming is excited to offer a range of workshops and activities designed to empower, educate, and engage the local community here in Edinburgh.
Upcoming Workshops and Activities at The Welcoming
Black History Month Scotland: What’s On In Edinburgh
October is Black History Month, a time to honour the history, culture, and contributions of Black communities in Scotland. This is what’s on in Edinburgh.
Scotland Climate Week 2024 – Stories for Change
The Welcoming’s Service and Programme Lead, Chiara Puppi shares her Stories For Change for Scotland’s Climate Week!
Celebrating Our Incredible Volunteers!
We are thrilled to invite all of our volunteers to a special evening dedicated to celebrating the amazing contributions of The Welcoming’s volunteers!
Upcoming Workshops and Events at The Welcoming
Whether you want to develop new skills, explore creative hobbies, or get practical advice, we’ve got something for you.
GROW: Re-launching our free course for parents in Edinburgh
This summer, we are happy to announce the relaunch of Getting Ready for Opportunities and Work (GROW), a free course designed to equip New Scots parents with the skills and knowledge they need to navigate work in the UK. Understanding
Refugee Festival Scotland Event
About this event The Welcoming warmly invites you to our Scottish Refugee Week family-friendly event. There will be a mix of music, dance, delicious food, and kids’ activities. Bring along family and friends, as we celebrate the rich diversity of
General Election: Voting Information for Hong Kong Migrants
The Welcoming have put together information on voting rights and how to register to vote for Hong Kong migrants under the British National (Overseas) BN(O) visa scheme.
Volunteers’ Week: Community Fridge Volunteer
We spoke to Sulafa Babiker, one of our Community Fridge volunteers, to chat about her first-hand experience of this essential service for New Scots (refugees, asylum seekers and migrants) in Edinburgh.
The Welcoming Spring 2024 Newsletter
Our Spring 2024 Newsletter reflects on the needs of New Scots and the power of collaborative work, working in partnership, and working together as a community as we navigate these uncertain times.