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Information counselling and advice – to help think through a range of options and implications that might influence a decision to stay or return. Interpreters can be arranged if necessary.
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Information about your country of origin - to inform of the current security situation and political climate.
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Information about UK immigration rules - help understand the legal procedure.
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Support arrangements in the UK – to inform of your rights and entitlements and help access support where possible.
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Applying for assistance to return including travel documents – we can assist to apply to the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) for financial assistance in getting back to your country of origin, and help on your arrival.
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Travel planning - including route information requirements and documentation.
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Work with vulnerable groups - such as minors, people with health needs.
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Longer term planning - to help explore possible options and resources in relation to education and employment in the UK and overseas, geared towards later reintegration in their country of origin.
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Family issues - including advice on implications for those child/adult family members who might remain in the UK.
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Women's issues - we try to meet the particular needs of women asylum-seekers and refugees.
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Referrals to other agencies – help find support and assistance from other agencies, if we can’t help.