Micro Rainbow is dedicated to providing essential housing, social inclusion, and employability support specifically tailored for LGBTQI refugees and asylum seekers. Our comprehensive social inclusion program is entirely free and features a variety of activities designed to foster community and combat loneliness.
**Program Highlights:**
- **Activities Offered:** Body and movement sessions, support sessions, and special events such as theatre outings.
- **Benefits:** Create connections, establish supportive networks, and reduce feelings of isolation within the LGBTQI asylum-seeker community.
**Helpline Information:**
- **For All LGBTQI Migrants:**
- **Operational Hours:**
- First-time callers: Monday to Friday, 2 PM – 5 PM.
- Returning callers: Monday to Friday, 10 AM – 4 PM (select relevant options).
- **Contact Number:** 0800 358 5851 (free to call).
- **Translation Services:** For assistance, please email social@microrainbow.org to arrange translation in advance.
- **For LGBTQI Refugees from Afghanistan:**
- **Operational Hours:** Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 2 PM – 5 PM.
- **Contact Number:** 0800 358 5852 (free to call).
To engage with our services or seek support, please reach out through our helplines or email us for any additional information. We are here to help you.
Categories:
Exercise and fitness classes
Sports clubs and groups
Asylum seekers and refugee support
Consumer advice
Connecting with others
Getting active
Information and advice
Service access criteria:
You must be LGBTQI and an asylum seeker or refugee
Additional needs catered for:
Non English speaking friendly
Waiting list (weeks):
0
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