Research
Surveying relevant sources, documenting sources and making enquiries for FOIs
Skills: Research skills, tenacity, thoroughness
When: 1 hour per week as needs arise
Liaising with refugee groups nationally
Joining zoom calls on strategic planning. DAR is part of the Refugees Together Coalition and is connected to many local groups.
Skills: Communication skills
When: 20 hours per month as needs arise
Responding to local and national campaigns
Contacting local leaders in church groups and other sympathetic organisations. Working with Asylum Matters, Action Foundation etc.
Skills: Organisational and communication skills
When: As needs arise
Listening to issues faced by sanctuary seekers and refugees
Where relevant, making enquiries via email and phone calls to the MP’s office
Skills: Listening skills, communication (written and spoken) skills
When: 1 hour per week (at the drop-in or from contact through Mentor)
Writing to MP about issues and national campaigns
Where relevant, make enquiries via email and phone calls to the MP’s office. Keeping up to date with legislative procedures.
Skills: written skills
When: 2 hours per month
Encouraging members
Encouraging members to write to their MPs about issues involving those we work with via monthly newsletter.
Skills: Communication and encouragement
When: 1 hour per month
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