Crisis in Ukraine: how to support people affected by the war
The LEAH community is deeply shocked and saddened by what we see happening in Ukraine. Our thoughts are with the Ukrainian people, families, and refugees who are in need of protection and support.
The experiences of war resonate with many LEAH clients and are incredibly difficult to process. For 40 years LEAH has been supporting refugees and asylum seekers to learn English in order to access vital services, including housing, education, healthcare and to help them find sustainable work. To achieve this the LEAH team works closely with local partners to ensure people have the information they need to access vital support services.
Millions of men, women, and children have been forced to flee Ukraine, leaving the lives they knew behind them. We are ready to welcome people fleeing conflict and to help them rebuild their lives from the trauma of the war. The LEAH community will be here for those who resettle in the UK and need our support in the coming months.
If you want to help people directly impacted by the war in Ukraine, as an organisation or individually, here are a few resources:
Financial donations: there are a several organisations which are actively providing medical and humanitarian aid to refugees: Disasters Emergency Committee , The Ukrainian Red Cross, Refugee Council, The UN Refugee Agency, the Help Ukraine Emergency Appeal from the Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain.
Donations of goods: in crisis like these, one of the best ways to help is by donating cash through trusted organisations and charities, as cash can be transferred quickly to areas where it is needed. However, if you would like to donate supplies and you live in the area of London, you can find a shared list of collecting points through London Plus.
Volunteer with us: join our team of dedicated and passionate volunteers. Find out more how you could help make a difference by teaching English.
Thank you for your support, take care of yourselves and each other.
