Afghanistan crisis response: how you can help
01 Sep 2021
Organisations across Greater Manchester urgenly need donations and support
In light of the humanitarian and political crisis unfolding in Afghanistan, 10GM is extending their support to refugees and asylum seekers from all countries, those living in conflict or with threats to their rights and safety.
With people from Afghanistan already arriving in Greater Manchester, voluntary organisations, community groups, and faith organisations in Greater Manchester are delivering vital help and support for people who have been caught up in the crisis and are looking for more volunteers and donations.
There are a number of practical ways you can help and support those fleeing the crisis as well as refugees and asylum seekers from other countries.
How you can help:
The Migrant Destitution Fund GM supports migrant people in Greater Manchester who have "no recourse to public funds" – a policy which leaves people unable to meet their basic needs, not supported by the state and not allowed to do paid work to support themselves. People supported by the Fund are mostly asylum seekers and people whose right to remain isn't currently recognised by the Home Office. (The Fund is administered by 10GM member Macc.)
Care4Calais Manchester is aiming to raise £60,000.00 to fund Afghan Welcome Packs of essential items. The charity’s Manchester teams will work to provide refugees from Afghanistan with new arrival packs so they have clean clothes to change into, proper shoes and basic toiletries.
British Red Cross – information about their work, their appeal and the support they offer.
Refugee Action – providing support at UK airports as people arrive and seeking donations to support their work.
- For more information, head to the Manchester Community Central website.