Up on a hill in the seaside town of Folkestone in Kent, lies a disused army barracks built in 1794. Its red-brick buildings, surrounded by 10-ft fences topped with barbed wire, were actually due for demolition in 2021, until our Home Secretary, Priti Patel, made the decision to repurpose the barracks as accommodation for asylum seekers.

Since September 2020, Napier Barracks has become home to 400 people who have recently arrived to the UK in the hope of finding safety. Instead, they find themselves living in conditions described as inhumane and deeply concerning by the many bodies of experts, groups and individuals who call for the camps immediate closure.

Something disturbing is unfolding in this coastal town right now and I believe this should be at the forefront of our attention.

This fundraiser is in support of our partner Humans for Rights Network, who are collating testimonials and providing legal support to the residents of Napier. Each week we also support the coordination of a drop-in clinic for the residents, designed to meet multiple needs - from legal to medical, friendship, food, games and creativity on the art table. This one day of the week is invaluable for the residents to feel they are supported and welcomed here in the UK. We need your help to continue this vital work - all donations, big or small are so welcome!

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TLYCS UK is a restricted fund operating under the auspices of Prism the Gift Fund, Registered Charity Number: 1099682