Support for ethnic minority people and refugees

A 24-hour emergency interpreting service in 65 different languages.

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Across the city

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Opening hours:

24 hours a day, seven days a week

If you’re a refugee or asylum seeker, Voices in Exile has a helpline you can call for advice on immigration, asylum, food, housing and more. They also have a food bank and can deliver food to you.

Area:

Across the city

Phone:

Helpline 01273 082105 Food bank 01273 328598

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Opening hours:

• Tuesday, 1.30pm to 3.30pm: immigration advice
• Thursday, 2pm to 4pm: general advice on immigration, housing, and asylum
• Friday, 11am to 1pm: money advice housing and homelessness, asylum and immigration

If you’re from the gypsy, Roma, traveller or boater communities, Friends, Families and Travellers has lots of information on their website. They also have a helpline you can call with any problems you’re having because of coronavirus.

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Across the city

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The Black and Minority Ethnic Community Partnership (BMECP) can help with practical things, or provide emotional support if you’re finding things hard. They’re also running a food bank if you’re in need.

Area:

Across the city

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If you need to report anti-social behaviour or hate crime, fill in this form on the Brighton & Hive City Council website. You don’t have to give any personal details to make a report.

Area:

Across the city

If you’re a young person from a minority ethnic group, you can get support on the phone or online from the Black and Minority Ethnic Young People’s Project (BMEYPP). Get in touch with a text or email, or follow them on Facebook or Instagram.

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Across the city

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