It’s time to Ditch The Divide
There is a digital divide and, all too often, refugees and asylum seekers are stranded on the wrong side. We can take action together.
Applying to University for 2021/22 – UCAS Deadline on 29th January
In light of the disruption caused by recent coronavirus restrictions, UCAS has extended the deadline to submit undergraduate applications to 6pm on Friday 29 January. Read more here.
First term recap for STAR groups
STAR volunteer and Cardiff STAR member Hannah L has reflected on the incredible achievements that STAR groups have had this term, despite the difficulties from COVID restrictions.
Merry Christmas from STAR!
We’ve been spotlighting groups, volunteering projects, campaigns, and actions on our instagram in the 12 Days of STARmas. Check it out here.
Family reunion for some this Christmas, but not for all
This Human Rights Day, Niamh Punton from Leeds STAR has written about the importance of family to all of us, and why it is essential to reform refugee family reunion laws.
STARs during lockdown: how groups are being extra creative in lockdown
We’ve spoken to four STAR groups that held online or remote events and fundraisers and heard all about how they managed to plan and carry out these events.
STAR celebrates World Access to Higher Education Day
To mark World Access to Higher Education Day, STAR takes a look at why access to higher education for people seeking refugee protection is more important than ever.
STAR and Universities of Sanctuary collaborate to listen to sanctuary students
STAR trustee and Equal Access campaigner Maryam writes about her involvement in organising the Refugee Scholars Conference last month.
Dear Prime Minister, children need their families….
Children need their families. We are raising our voices to call on the Prime Minister to reunite child refugees with their families.
Looking back at STAR’s 2019/20 achievements!
As we enter into the new academic year it is with admiration and optimism at what STAR groups have achieved and are planning for the future.