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Providing analysis of the issues facing refugees and migrants in the Afghan communities, offering our views on current affairs, and reporting on our challenges and successes as an organisation.

EID celebration at ACAA

EID celebration at ACAA

A Vibrant Eid Celebration at Ferdowsi Hall at Afghanistan and Central Asian Association Eid is a time for joy, unity, and celebration, and this year’s Eid function at Ferdowsi Hall on March 30th was nothing short of spectacular. The day began with a beautiful prayer...

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Nowruz Iftar

Nowruz Iftar

This year, the dates of Ramadan and Nowruz coincide. With both holidays being very important to people from Afghanistan, Iran and surrounding countries, the occasion called for an exciting occasion. On the 22nd of March, the Afghanistan and Central Asian Association...

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Youth iftar

Youth iftar

As part of our ongoing Richmond Project, this evening’s youth Iftar was a beautiful reminder that Ramadan is about much more than just breaking fast — it's about coming together, sharing stories, and uplifting one another. Held in a warm and welcoming environment, the...

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Send refugees back, is it allowed?

Send refugees back, is it allowed?

Under international refugee law, the principle of non refoulement prohibits any member or non member states from returning people to countries where they may face persecution, torture, inhumane or degrading treatment and/or other violations of the human rights. The...

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Beyond the Jewellery Quarter: Connecting with ACAA Birmingham

Beyond the Jewellery Quarter: Connecting with ACAA Birmingham

As a Legal Intern at ACAA's head office in London, I've always been inspired by the organisation's dedication to supporting those seeking refuge and safety. But it wasn't until I connected virtually with our new Birmingham office that I truly grasped the impact of...

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Challenges imposed on the asylum seekers in the UK

Challenges imposed on the asylum seekers in the UK

The UK, with its long and extensive history regarding immigration, is no stranger to the growing refugee crisis that befalls the current international climate. In the last year alone, the UK saw a 247% increase in the number of asylum seeker applications the...

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A volunteer’s path to supporting refugees through the ACAA

A volunteer’s path to supporting refugees through the ACAA

Growing up in a close-knit community, I was constantly surrounded by people helping others. This exposure to kindness sparked my passion for making a difference. I found myself drawn to politics, possibly influenced by my experience studying A-Level Politics, and it...

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The Cancellation of the Rwanda Scheme: What Next?

The Cancellation of the Rwanda Scheme: What Next?

The Rwanda Plan: A Controversial Deterrent   The 'Rwanda Plan,' proposed by the Conservative government in 2022, aimed to deter asylum seekers from attempting to cross the English Channel in small boats. Under the plan, asylum seekers who travelled to the UK...

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