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🎨 Creative Visit to GOMA ✏️Last Friday we had a wonderful outing to GOMA, where we spent time engaging creatively with o...
09/03/2026

🎨 Creative Visit to GOMA ✏️

Last Friday we had a wonderful outing to GOMA, where we spent time engaging creatively with our surroundings through simple drawing and observation activities inside the gallery πŸ–ΌοΈβœ¨

The aim was to slow down and really notice the details around us β€” patterns πŸ”·, colours 🎨, shapes πŸ”Ά, and forms β€” and see what might spark creative inspiration πŸ’‘

Through mindful looking and short creative exercises, such as:
✏️ Drawing without taking the pen off the paper
πŸ‘€ Sketching without looking at the page
…we gave ourselves time to pause, reflect, and observe more deeply 🌿🧠

It was also a chance to:
πŸ–ŒοΈ Build confidence using different drawing materials
🎨 Explore creative expression through experimentation
✏️ Enjoy playful sketching and trying new ideas

Along the way, we also wrote down our thoughts and responses to the artworks πŸ“. It was a lovely reminder that creativity doesn’t have to be perfect β€” it just needs curiosity and openness πŸ’­βœ¨

πŸ“Έ Scroll to see the pictures and feedback!

πŸ‘©β€πŸŽ¨ Artist:

Happy International Women’s Day from all of us at Refugee Sanctuary Scotland πŸŒπŸ’œWe wish women around the globe a joyful a...
08/03/2026

Happy International Women’s Day from all of us at Refugee Sanctuary Scotland πŸŒπŸ’œ

We wish women around the globe a joyful and empowering International Women’s Day 🌎🌸 β€” today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and leadership of women everywhere.

We are especially inspired by the incredible women in our community who have crossed borders, rebuilt their lives, and continue to shape and strengthen our shared future ✨πŸ’ͺ

We honour the courage of women seeking sanctuary, the compassion of volunteers, and the dedication of staff and trustees who stand in solidarity with women facing displacement and injustice πŸ€πŸ’œ

Together, we commit to creating safe spaces, amplifying women’s voices, and working towards a more equal and welcoming Scotland for all 🏴🌟

🌷

We’re launching Conversational English Classes at our hub! πŸ—£οΈπŸ“šBuild your confidence, practise everyday English, and lear...
05/03/2026

We’re launching Conversational English Classes at our hub! πŸ—£οΈπŸ“š

Build your confidence, practise everyday English, and learn in a friendly, welcoming space.

πŸ‘©β€πŸ« The classes will be led by the wonderful Lorna, a retired English teacher with years of experience teaching teenagers across Lanarkshire β€” and Lorna has even taught English in Greece!

Lorna will help you feel confident understanding different accents, including the famous Glasgow accent β€” yes, you’ll finally master words like β€œaye” in true Weegie style! πŸ˜‰πŸ΄.

πŸ’Œ Register your interest now:
info@refugeesanctuaryscotland.org.uk

Once we have enough learners signed up, we’ll be in touch with dates and times! πŸ—“οΈ

Spaces are limited and we expect high demand β€” book soon to avoid disappointment! ⏳.

Introducing our Board Trustee Dr Emily Finer β€” a valued member of our board πŸŒβœ¨πŸ’™Thank you, Emily, for all the expertise, ...
03/03/2026

Introducing our Board Trustee Dr Emily Finer β€” a valued member of our board πŸŒβœ¨πŸ’™

Thank you, Emily, for all the expertise, guidance, and time you so generously give to our board πŸ™πŸ“š. Your insight, experience, and commitment make a real difference to our work and community 🌟🀝

Below, Emily shares her biography in her own words:

β€œI am Senior Lecturer in Modern Languages at the University of St Andrews where I teach and research multilingual cultures involving Ukrainian, Russian, Polish, Yiddish, and different varieties of English πŸŒπŸ“–. I have previously worked as a translator, and with English as a Second Language as a publisher and teacher βœοΈπŸ“š. I was born in London πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ and have always been inspired by the strong example of my grandma, a German Jewish refugee who was made welcome in the UK in the 1930s ❀️✨.”

🚌 Our Asylum Travel Fund at Refugee Sanctuary Scotland supports people who can’t afford essential travel for interviews ...
03/03/2026

🚌 Our Asylum Travel Fund at Refugee Sanctuary Scotland supports people who can’t afford essential travel for interviews and appointments relating to their asylum claim. We cover travel costs (to & from) plus a small subsistence payment for the journey. πŸ’Ό

For more info and to refer to us (partner referrals only), visit:
https://refugeesanctuaryscotland.org.uk/projects/travel-grants/

🀝 Partner organisations only.

We’re excited to officially welcome Ronnie as our CEO, appointed in February 2026 after serving as Interim CEO since Oct...
02/03/2026

We’re excited to officially welcome Ronnie as our CEO, appointed in February 2026 after serving as Interim CEO since October 2025 πŸŽ‰

Based in Glasgow, Ronnie brings lived experience of the asylum system, leadership and trustee experience, and a strong commitment to supporting asylum seekers and refugees 🌍🀝

Ronnie says:
β€œI’m honoured to take on the role of CEO and continue working with such a dedicated team. I look forward to empowering our service users and championing their full inclusion and integration into society.”

Please join us in congratulating Ronnie on his appointment πŸ‘.

We’re delighted to welcome Carol to the team at Refugee Sanctuary Scotland as our new Ending Destitution Co-ordinator! πŸŽ‰...
27/02/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Carol to the team at Refugee Sanctuary Scotland as our new Ending Destitution Co-ordinator! πŸŽ‰

Carol brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her new role. She previously worked with Shelter Scotland as a Housing Rights Worker, supporting families and pregnant women, before moving on to assist survivors of human trafficking. She then continued her work with refugees as an Integration Advisor at Scottish Refugee Council.

Carol says:
β€œI am happy to join the team at RSS as this new role combines my passion for helping people find accommodation and working with asylum seekers.”

We’re so excited to have Carol on board and look forward to the impact she’ll make. πŸ’›

Please join us in giving her a warm welcome! πŸ‘

Today we’re so proud to share some of the incredible local art that’s been generously donated to our wonderful hub 🎨✨Eac...
26/02/2026

Today we’re so proud to share some of the incredible local art that’s been generously donated to our wonderful hub 🎨✨

Each piece has been created and gifted by talented members of our community, and we’re so grateful for the creativity, care and solidarity behind every one πŸ’›

Their art is helping us build a space that feels welcoming, hopeful and full of life 🌿🌈

A huge thank you to:
🌟 Nebo Peklo
🌟 Gillian
🌟 Ingrid

Your generosity means so much to us and to everyone who walks through our doors πŸ€πŸ’«

Swipe to see their beautiful work ➑️

Warm wishes,
Refugee Sanctuary Scotland πŸ’™

πŸ“’ Announcement – Bus Pass Application Help (Last Chance!)🚌 Are you seeking asylum and do you need help to apply for your...
23/02/2026

πŸ“’ Announcement – Bus Pass Application Help (Last Chance!)

🚌 Are you seeking asylum and do you need help to apply for your free bus pass?
🏠 Do you live in Glasgow?

We can help you this week!

πŸ“… Friday, 27 February 2026
⏰ 10:00am – 4:00pm
❗ No appointment needed – just come anytime between these hours, please bring your ARC or BAIL 201.

⚠️ Important: This will be the last Friday we can help with bus pass applications.

πŸ“ Address:1st Floor, 49 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 2DL

We are happy to support you 😊.

✨ Introducing Shan Saba, Chair of the Refugee Sanctuary Scotland Board and Director of Brightwork Recruitment. Born in G...
23/02/2026

✨ Introducing Shan Saba, Chair of the Refugee Sanctuary Scotland Board and Director of Brightwork Recruitment.

Born in Glasgow to Sri Lankan Tamil parents, Shan is the founder of Scotland Against Modern Slavery, leading the fight against labour exploitation and championing the protection of vulnerable workers across Scotland. πŸ’Όβš–οΈ

As Chair of our Board, Shan brings outstanding leadership, expertise, wisdom and guidance to Refugee Sanctuary Scotland. His commitment, integrity and passion make a real difference to our staff, board and, most importantly, the people we support. 🌍🀝

From everyone at RSS β€” board members, staff and clients β€” thank you, Shan, for your dedication, vision and unwavering support. We truly appreciate everything you do! πŸ™πŸ’™

Read more about Shan here:
πŸ”— https://refugeesanctuaryscotland.org.uk/staff/shan-saba/

πŸŒŸπŸ’› Meet Our Amazing Volunteer – Hassan! πŸ’›πŸŒŸToday at Refugee Sanctuary Scotland, we are so excited to introduce to you all...
20/02/2026

πŸŒŸπŸ’› Meet Our Amazing Volunteer – Hassan! πŸ’›πŸŒŸ

Today at Refugee Sanctuary Scotland, we are so excited to introduce to you all, the wonderful Hassan! πŸ™Œβœ¨

Hassan volunteers with us every single week in our hub, giving his time, energy, and kindness to support our community.

πŸ’™ His dedication truly makes a difference, and we are VERY grateful for everything he does! 🌍🀝

If you see Hassan around the hub, please say hello! πŸ‘‹πŸ˜Š.

Our volunteers are the heart of what we do ❀️ Without them, none of this would be possible. Thank you to Hassan and to ALL our incredible volunteers who help make our sanctuary a welcoming and supportive space for everyone. 🏑🌈

πŸ’›

Address

49 Bath Street (First Floor)
Glasgow
G22DL

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+447949136254

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