Our mission is two-fold: to provide an unbiased communications platform for migrants and refugees to safely share their stories while providing reliable advice and insights into life in the UK.

Featured Stories

Risk and Resilience: A Poet’s Journey to Humanise the Refugee Experience

by | Aug 13, 2024 | Refugee stories,Refugees,Shared Experiences,Sticky,Stories | 0 Comments

By Sinéad Mangan-Mc Hale A poet who risked his life to escape persecution now wields his words as a powerful tool for empathy. Learn how his form of refugee art serves...

The Lightless Sky My Journey to Safety as a Child Refugee (2019)

by | May 5, 2024 | Sticky | 0 Comments

by Alison Hramiak Gulwali Passarlay with Nadene GhouriAtlantic Books, London Review by Alison Hramiak Alison reflects on the story of an Afghan child, leaving home and...

Recognising and Navigating Loneliness in a Multicultural Environment

by | Dec 7, 2023 | Sticky | 0 Comments

By Sinéad Mangan-Mc Hale The irony of loneliness is that you can feel lonely in a room full of people. There are many forms of loneliness, not least when you feel an...

Time to have a meaningful conversation

by | Feb 19, 2019 | Sticky | 0 Comments

Insights on engaging in dialogue with people from diverse backgrounds, with diverse perspectives leading to a meaningful exchange of ideas. “It is hardly possible to...

Latest Stories

Nasrin Parvaz

Words and Images Speak Louder Than Silence: Nasrin Parvaz Tells the Untold

by | Apr 23, 2025 | Iran,Migration,Rights,Shared Experiences,Stories,Story-telling | 0 Comments

Nasrin was born in Tehran, and after the 1979 revolution and the establishment of the Islamic Republic, she watched in horror as the new regime swiftly imposed strict...

I didn’t want to mention it!  Go ahead:  speak, offer your compassion

by | Apr 5, 2025 | Connections,Cultural,Diversity,Shared Experiences | 0 Comments

By: Teresa Norman This blog focuses on the importance of offering compassion to people who may be very worried about their family and friends in different countries....

Eid: A Celebration of Faith, Gratitude, and Community

by | Mar 27, 2025 | Diversity,Eid,Islam,Islamic occasions,Religion,Shared Experiences | 0 Comments

By Sinéad Mangan-Mc Hale Eid is a joyous occasion for Muslims, but it also carries deep spiritual meaning. From prayer to charity, and from family to community....

Britain’s Role in the Slave Trade and the Ongoing Fight Against Modern Slavery

by | Mar 20, 2025 | Human Rights,Racism,Refugees,Rights,Shared Experiences,Slavery,United Nations | 0 Comments

By Sinéad Mangan-Mc Hale A look at Britain's historical complicity in the transatlantic slave trade, and how its legacy continues to fuel modern day slavery on our...

Refugee Poetry Hour; poetry by Lester Gomez Medina and Nasrin Parvaz

by | Mar 13, 2025 | Culture,Diversity,Poetry,Refugee stories,Refugees,Shared Experiences | 0 Comments

Refugee Poetry Hour; poetry by Lester Gomez Medina and Nasrin Parvaz On 10 March 2024, TogetherintheUK in partnership with Palewell Press and Freedom from Torture held...

Poetry by writers in ‘Write to Life’ programme (run by Freedom from Torture)

by | Mar 10, 2025 | Culture,Diversity,Poetry,Refugee stories,Refugees,Shared Experiences | 0 Comments

by Jean'Py and Nalougo On March 10, 2025, TogetherintheUK in partnership with Freedom from Torture and Palewell Press hosted a Refugee Poetry Hour.  You can find...

UN IWD: Rights, Equality, Empowerment #ForAllWomenAndGirls

by | Mar 8, 2025 | IWD,Shared Experiences,Stories,United Nations | 0 Comments

By Sinéad Mangan-Mc Hale As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, Athena Bashar’s journey shows how combat sports can unlock confidence, strength, and...

Social Justice in Action: Reflecting on the Experiences of Migrant Workers in the UK

by | Feb 18, 2025 | Diversity,Human Rights,Migration,Rights,Shared Experiences,uk-education,uk-work,United Nations | 0 Comments

By Sinéad Mangan-Mc Hale As the UN World Day of Social Justice shines a spotlight on the importance of equity and fairness, we reflect on the too often negative...

Taking action on anti-semitism, Islamophobia and racism

by | Jan 6, 2025 | Anti - Racism,Anti - Semitism,Racism,Shared Experiences,Stereotype,Unconscious bias | 0 Comments

In this blog, Johann Taljaard explores examples and the impact of casual racism, stereotypes and unconscious bias on different minorities. He speaks of his own personal...

A World in Motion: The Spirit of Migration on December 18

by | Dec 17, 2024 | Education,Migration,Shared Experiences,Stories | 0 Comments

By Sinéad Mangan-Mc Hale As the world marks International Migrants Day, we reflect on the resilience, contributions, and challenges faced by millions of migrants who...

Hope not Fear by Hassan Akkad (2021) Bluebird Books for Life

by | Dec 10, 2024 | Shared Experiences,Syria | 0 Comments

Review by : Alison Hramiak Alison Hramiak reviews Hope Not Fear by Hassan Akkad. The book is his autobiography, it tells of how growing up in Syria, and how his...

Discrimination’s Toll: A Reminder on Human Rights Day

by | Dec 9, 2024 | Diversity,Education,Human Rights,Shared Experiences | 0 Comments

By Sinéad Mangan-Mc Hale Discrimination continues to rob individuals of their dignity and rights. This Human Rights Day, TogetherintheUK tells one such story to inspire...

Gifts That Give Back: How to Make a Difference This Christmas

by | Dec 2, 2024 | Christmas,Shared Experiences | 0 Comments

By Sinéad Mangan-Mc Hale Learn how to transform lives with Christmas gifts that support good causes and foster a sense of inclusivity. TogetherintheUK shares some ideas...

Disability History Month: Voices That Defy the Stereotype

by | Dec 2, 2024 | Disabilities,Diversity,Shared Experiences | 0 Comments

Compiled by Sinéad Mangan-Mc Hale The most impactful stories come from those who live them. For people with disabilities, speaking for themselves is not just about...

Islamophobia Uncovered: Insights from Independent Reports

by | Nov 28, 2024 | Islamophobia,Shared Experiences | 0 Comments

Sinéad Mangan-Mc Hale Independent investigations into Islamophobia reveal a troubling trend: rising hate crimes, systemic discrimination, and enduring stereotypes....

Latest Podcasts

New Roots 3 : Esua Goldsmith, feminist activist & author of ‘The Space Between Black and White’ 

by | Apr 25, 2025 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTsaFqLgycg&t=30s

New Roots; Episode 2. Nazek Ramadan, Founder and Director of Migrant Voice

by | Mar 19, 2025 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6bbmcYJ_SA

New Roots; Episode 1. Gulwali Passarlay: 13 year old Afghan refugee, author of the Lightless Sky.

by | Mar 19, 2025 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzYGk3jl4_o&t=1087s

Insights into migration from a Hungarian perspective

by | Feb 24, 2024 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

Refugee Tales and visiting a Detention Centre

by | Feb 24, 2024 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

Nour Majan graduating

From Aleppo to Telford

by | Feb 24, 2024 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

Nour Majan describes her journey from Syria and her ten years in the UK

Policy work on behalf of refugees and asylum seekers

by | Feb 24, 2024 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

Richard Williams describes the story of his policy work advocating for refugees and asylum seekers

The 1960s journey from Barbados to the UK

by | Feb 24, 2024 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

The 1960s journey from Barbados to the UK | TogetherInTheUK Michele Bent shares her parents's story, the joys, triumphs and tribulations.

Faith, belonging and cultural identity

by | Feb 24, 2024 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

Sadiqa discusses faith, belonging and cultural identity

red poppy flower field at daytime

100 years of Polish migration stories

by | Feb 24, 2024 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

Jola Pieskowska discusses her career and some of the history of Polish migration

War, oppression and prejudice

by | Feb 24, 2024 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

Prof Marius Turda discusses the transition from communism for Eastern Europe, eugenics and the war in Ukraine.

Eugenics, Ant-Roma Racism and vulnerability

by | Feb 24, 2024 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

Prof. Marius Turda discusses eugenics, anti-Roma racism and possible consequences of the war in Ukraine.

The Road Much Travelled

by | Feb 24, 2024 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

Aman shares insights into UK and Indian culture and useful advice for anyone migrating to the UK.

Advocating for the Eastern European Community

by | Feb 24, 2024 | Podcasts | 0 Comments

Adina describes growing up in communist Romania and her work advocating for the Eastern European communities.