Equal access to higher education on the basis of merit is a human right. In the UK, people seeking sanctuary are often locked out of higher education, prevented from realising their aspirations and potential.
Today, thousands of A-level and SQA students across the country will find out whether they have the results they need to go to university. For people who are seeking asylum, it’s not that simple.
Last week we celebrated the 70th anniversary of the Refugee Convention. It’s the only global legal mechanism for protecting refugee rights and has saved countless lives since its creation.
When I arrived in the UK, I was confused about how to start my academic life – until I found the STAR website, which was the first key to my higher education.
This year’s Refugee Week was a busy one for STAR, with STAR groups holding events up and down the country, from yoga classes and a treasure trail to a parliamentary workshop and an exhibition.
Our old brand has been with us for a long time, and while we couldn’t be prouder of 26 years welcoming refugees to the UK, we’re sure you’ll agree it was showing its age.
Refugee Week is a UK-wide festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary. Read about the events and activities taking place here.
For Volunteers’ Week 2021, we are celebrating STAR leaders and their contribution to STAR volunteering projects across the UK. Millie shares her volunteering experience here.
For Volunteers’ Week 2021, we are celebrating STAR leaders and their contribution to STAR volunteering projects across the UK. Kate shares her volunteering experience here.
For Volunteers’ Week 2021, we are celebrating STAR leaders and their contribution to STAR volunteering projects across the UK. Ahlen shares her volunteering experience here.
