ICN plans to take a more holistic view of people and their needs, and we aim to address both physical and mental health needs. Subject to securing the funds required, we will employ a mental health practitioner who can:

deliver one-to-one support

direct people and signpost them for further specialist support if needed

run workshops

increase our liaison with local mental health professionals

offer culturally nuanced support to other professionals

This is a crucial form of support for refugees and asylum seekers, of which many have been traumatised by the circumstances that led to them needing to leave their homes. This trauma is compounded by the post-migration trauma of needing to navigate their lives in a new culture and context. Your donations will go towards the services of a mental health professional who can help them.

ICN aim to raise £15,000 by 31 OCT 2022 in order to ensure we have sufficient funds to employ the professional we need to provide this specialist support