Volunteering
More than giving back
Volunteering is not just about helping others – It’s also about empowering yourself.
- Foster confidence and self-esteem – Volunteering allows asylum seekers and refugees to utilise their skills and experience, enhancing their sense of self-worth and confidence in a new environment.
- Forge connections – Working alongside volunteers from both the local community and diverse backgrounds helps to foster a sense of community and belonging, combatting the social isolation that can accompany moving to a new country.
- Explore career opportunities – Volunteering can be a stepping stone to employment, helping asylum seekers and refugees to gain experience in different fields while improving their language skills and understanding of the UK’s work culture.
Community Benefits
New Citizens Gateway's volunteer projects aim to create opportunities for refugees and British volunteers to work together. This collaboration encourages mutual understanding, strengthens local communities, and enables people from different backgrounds to build meaningful relationships.
Through volunteering, refugees gain valuable skills, confidence, and experience while becoming more connected to their communities. British volunteers also benefit by developing new perspectives, sharing their knowledge, and contributing to a more inclusive and welcoming society. Together, these projects create practical and lasting benefits for everyone involved.
Get Involved
To get involved please contact:
Farida Stanikzai
Head of Community Engagement
Refugees gain equal access
Volunteering allows refugees and asylum seekers to participate in their new communities.
Empowering minority communities
Seeing refugees and asylum seekers actively contribute can empower minority communities as a whole.
Recognition of skills and qualifications
Volunteering allows refugees to showcase their talents and abilities, which can be particularly valuable considering that many experience de-skilling due to a lack of recognition of their qualifications.
Current Vacancies
Our doors are always open to those with a passion for helping others.
We offer rewarding volunteer positions and paid roles for individuals who share our commitment to empowering refugees and asylum seekers to rebuild their lives. Whether you bring professional skills or a desire to learn, there is an opportunity for you to contribute to our vital mission.
Find out more about our vacancies on our Get Involved page, and become a part of our community dedicated to building a more welcoming future.