Minister says Catholics lead way on solving refugee crisis

The Home Office has commended the Catholic response to the refugee crisis as the UK observes Refugee Week. Brandon Lewis, Minister of State for Immigration, highlighted the response from the Catholic community to the Home Office’s invitation for civil society to aid the resettlement of Syrian refugees. “I am delighted that we have been able... Read More

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September 14, 2016

Hundreds gather in Birmingham in response to refugee crisis

Hundreds of people from across the UK gathered in response to the refugee crisis last weekend in a bid to push for the UK Government to build welcome rather than walls. The Welcome Summit, hosted by Christian Aid and Citizens UK on Saturday 10th September, was a key moment to show politicians, the media and... Read More

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April 26, 2016

Burundian Catholic woman honoured for her work after ethnic violence

When ethic violence erupted in Burundi, Marguerite Barankitse hid targeted families and cared for orphaned children. Her public criticism of the leaders she blamed for the violence led to death threats, and finally to life as a refugee in neighbouring Rwanda, where she continued to save thousands of lives through her charity work for people... Read More

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