In the UK, we support refugees, asylum-seekers and other vulnerable migrants in Solihull and the surrounding area to facilitate their integration into society. We also provide training for professionals supporting Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) to enable them to have a greater understanding of how to respond appropriately to the needs of these children and young people and ensure that they are adequately safeguarded.

In Africa, we currently operate in the Democratic Republic of Congo where we implement projects aimed at reducing poverty and improving the quality of life of marginalised communities.

Our Caseworkers provide advice, guidance and practical support to refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants in Solihull and the wider Birmingham area enabling them to access social provisions, education and health services through advice, advocacy and one-to-one support. This is achieved through office-based sessions, outreach services and home visits. Entraide is also registered with OISC to provide regulated immigration advice at Level 2 Asylum & Protection and Level 1 Immigration.

We offer a wide range of leisure activities such as games, trips and art & crafts. These encourage children and families from migrant backgrounds to take part in activities they enjoy whilst enabling children to improve their school attainment, socialise and build their confidence.

The aim of our befriending service is to mitigate the impact of loneliness by providing companionship and reliable relationships through volunteer befrienders. Newly arrived or isolated refugees and asylum seekers are matched to local volunteers who offer informal support with advice and encouragement on how to get involved with wider activities within the community, helping them to better find their bearings and become better integrated into unfamiliar surroundings.