Promise of support
______(name of individual or organisation)
recognises the positive contribution to the city of Hull and its surroundings made by refugees, asylum seekers, and others who seek safety. I am / we are committed to welcoming and including them in our activities, and in the life of the city. I / we support Hull in becoming a recognised City of Sanctuary.
Signed:______Age (if under 18):___
Name (and position in organisation if applicable):
Date:______
E-mail:______
Address:______
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[ ] We will not share your address with anyone, but please tick here if you do not wish your name to appear on a list of supporters of Hull City of Sanctuary.
Sign up by email to: or by post to: City of Sanctuary, 8 North View, Little Weighton, HU20 3UL
Hull
City of Sanctuary is a national movement which seeks to build a culture of welcome and hospitalityfor people who have come to the UKseeking safety. It aims to create a network of towns and cities that are proud to be places of safety and which welcome people seeking sanctuary into the life of their communities.
In Hull our group aims to encourage such a network of people and organisations that share this goal – to make Hull a welcoming and open place for those who have fled from persecution and trauma and are seeking sanctuary.
“Sanctuary” is an ancient value meaning a place where people who are fleeing from persecution can feel safe, secure, and welcome.
We recognise that asylum seekers and refugees come to us seeking safety from persecution or other trauma. We are sure they have a positive contribution to make to Hull and its neighbouring communities, and we are committed to helping them to rebuild their lives.
What can I do?
We are asking that individuals and organisationsacross Hull and its surrounding areas take time to fill in and return the attached promise of support. We hope that all areas of the community will get involved: education, health, sport, businesses, arts, faith groups, the city council, community groups and individuals from every part of the city and surroundings.
Why not share this form with your friends, colleagues, or any group you are part of?
As part of the promise of support, we ask everyone to set themselves a challenge: what can I practically do to make this city a more welcoming place for people seeking safety here?
- displaying a sign that says “we welcome refugees and asylum seekers”
- join, or set up, a befriending scheme
- raising awareness in your organisation.
- welcoming refugees to your sports club
Other places with City of Sanctuarygroups include:
Sheffield, Swansea, Leeds, Bradford, Coventry, Leicester, Bristol, Glasgow, Huddersfield, Wakefield, Chester, Oxford.
For more ideas, and inspiration from what others have done, visit our website:
Promise of support
How can you turn your promise into practical action?
What specific action will you or your organisation take to welcome and include people seeking sanctuary?
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For ideas and inspiration from what others have promised, visit: