Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture
The Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture (MF) is a registered charity which is dedicated solely to the treatment of torture survivors.
Refugee Council
The Refugee Council is the largest organisation in the UK working with asylum seekers and refugees. They give direct help and support, but also work with asylum seekers and refugees to ensure their needs and concerns are addressed.
Refugee Action
Refugee Action is an independent national charity that works with refugees to build new lives in the UK. They have more than 27 years of experience in reception, resettlement, development and integration, and they provide advice and support to asylum seekers and refugees in 11 regions across England.
Welsh Refugee Council
Welsh Refugee Council is an independent charity that empowers refugees and asylum seekers to rebuild their lives in Wales. They provide advice, information and support for asylum seekers and refugees in four offices in Cardiff, Newport, Swansea and Wrexham. They offer specialist services in areas such as housing, health and employment. They are also actively involved in policy development and campaign for refugee rights.
Read Mind's response to the recent UK Border Agency consultation on guidance for dispersing asylum seekers and failed asylum seekers with healthcare needs.
A civilised society: Mental health provision for refugees and asylum-seekers in England and Wales
Restrictive government policies are functioning to socially exclude and marginalise refugees and asylum-seekers, both exacerbating causing mental distress.
Improving mental health support for refugee communities - an advocacy approach
The Refugee and asylum-seeker mental health advocacy project was developed to build a better understanding of the mental health concerns of refugees and asylum-seekers.