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Statement on loss of 27 lives on 24 NOVEMBER 2021
Community InfoSource is saddened and angry about the terrible loss of 27 precious human lives in the channel due to their boat sinking. Our thoughts go out to their families and friends who will be grieving and to those who tried to rescue them and face trauma dealing with their bodies.
The UK government’s inhuman and hostile immigration policy, which does not allow for legal routes for people to claim asylum, is driving people to take these risky routes and increasing the likelihood of such tragedies. There are many reasons why people around the globe flee their homes, including conflict, persecution, loss of livelihoods and poverty from climate change and many other factors. Those seeking safety do not make this decision to leave everything behind lightly and our country should be a safe place welcoming those in need.
Our government’s focus on coastal safeguarding rather than rescuing desperate people is appalling and we have seen the public’s largely negative reaction to Nigel Farage’s campaign against those such as the RNLI and others who are working to rescue those in danger in the channel. CIS strongly opposes the proposals in the UK Government’s new Nationality and Borders Bill 2021 which, if implemented, will result in an even more hostile environment for those seeking asylum and safety in the UK.
The UK government’s inhuman and hostile immigration policy, which does not allow for legal routes for people to claim asylum, is driving people to take these risky routes and increasing the likelihood of such tragedies. There are many reasons why people around the globe flee their homes, including conflict, persecution, loss of livelihoods and poverty from climate change and many other factors. Those seeking safety do not make this decision to leave everything behind lightly and our country should be a safe place welcoming those in need.
Our government’s focus on coastal safeguarding rather than rescuing desperate people is appalling and we have seen the public’s largely negative reaction to Nigel Farage’s campaign against those such as the RNLI and others who are working to rescue those in danger in the channel. CIS strongly opposes the proposals in the UK Government’s new Nationality and Borders Bill 2021 which, if implemented, will result in an even more hostile environment for those seeking asylum and safety in the UK.
Appreciating Shafiq Mohammed
We are very sad to have to inform you that Shafiq Mohammed, Community InfoSource’s Women & Asylum Seeker Housing’s (W-ASH), Caseworker and Coordinator, passed away suddenly, on Wednesday September 8th 2021.
For more than 25 years, whether in paid or voluntary roles, in both the public and private housing sector, Shafiq has been a relentless promoter and protector of asylum seeker rights, dedicated to ensuring they are properly met. Most recently, Shafiq took Community InfoSource’s W-ASH service to newly arrived asylum seekers placed in hotels – a proactive role he personally developed, providing never before but much needed assistance to the most vulnerable.
His death has been a shock to us all and his death will be felt acutely by all who knew him. He leaves a big gap in Community InfoSource and will be hugely missed.
For all of us who have had the privilege of working with him, from colleagues to those in government organisations, he was well known as a force to be reckoned with, fearless in his approach. He has certainly contributed to Glasgow’s reputation as a place where ‘no-one is illegal’.
Our heartfelt condolences are with his family, his friends and his work colleagues.
Dr Duncan Sim, Vice Chair Sheila Arthur
Board of Directors Chief Officer
Community InfoSource Community InfoSource
We are very sad to have to inform you that Shafiq Mohammed, Community InfoSource’s Women & Asylum Seeker Housing’s (W-ASH), Caseworker and Coordinator, passed away suddenly, on Wednesday September 8th 2021.
For more than 25 years, whether in paid or voluntary roles, in both the public and private housing sector, Shafiq has been a relentless promoter and protector of asylum seeker rights, dedicated to ensuring they are properly met. Most recently, Shafiq took Community InfoSource’s W-ASH service to newly arrived asylum seekers placed in hotels – a proactive role he personally developed, providing never before but much needed assistance to the most vulnerable.
His death has been a shock to us all and his death will be felt acutely by all who knew him. He leaves a big gap in Community InfoSource and will be hugely missed.
For all of us who have had the privilege of working with him, from colleagues to those in government organisations, he was well known as a force to be reckoned with, fearless in his approach. He has certainly contributed to Glasgow’s reputation as a place where ‘no-one is illegal’.
Our heartfelt condolences are with his family, his friends and his work colleagues.
Dr Duncan Sim, Vice Chair Sheila Arthur
Board of Directors Chief Officer
Community InfoSource Community InfoSource
Who We Are & What We Do
Community InfoSource works with communities in Glasgow to put their ideas into action.
Our organisation is human rights and equalities based and community led.
We currently have three main projects:
Challenging Violence Against Women, Women & Asylum Seeker Housing & Wellbeing
Community InfoSource works with communities in Glasgow to put their ideas into action.
Our organisation is human rights and equalities based and community led.
We currently have three main projects:
Challenging Violence Against Women, Women & Asylum Seeker Housing & Wellbeing
Reduce Asylum Seeker Isolation - smart phone App
Covid-19 has disproportionately increased isolation for asylum seekers. The pressure of lockdown has compounded previous traumatic experiences and their mental health is being severely affected by isolation. Phone data top-ups to access information on community support or keep up-to-date with Covid-19 rules are unaffordable.
With your help, we are raising money to develop a downloadable App that will greatly reduce isolation. Asylum seekers will be able to keep in touch with Covid-19 public health updates in languages they understand, accessing information to find local support groups, to be more informed about their rights and to increase confidence and ability to contribute and participate in their local community.
66 supporters donated to the Aviva Crowdfunder reaching £3,002 by 16 July 2020. Fundraising continues through CIS making grant applications. Or by our PayPal DONATE button below.
Covid-19 has disproportionately increased isolation for asylum seekers. The pressure of lockdown has compounded previous traumatic experiences and their mental health is being severely affected by isolation. Phone data top-ups to access information on community support or keep up-to-date with Covid-19 rules are unaffordable.
With your help, we are raising money to develop a downloadable App that will greatly reduce isolation. Asylum seekers will be able to keep in touch with Covid-19 public health updates in languages they understand, accessing information to find local support groups, to be more informed about their rights and to increase confidence and ability to contribute and participate in their local community.
66 supporters donated to the Aviva Crowdfunder reaching £3,002 by 16 July 2020. Fundraising continues through CIS making grant applications. Or by our PayPal DONATE button below.
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Community InfoSource Becomes A Charity!
We held a fantastic night of celebration as part of Refugee Festival Scotland in June, with international music, dance, performances and food. The event was part of the official programme for this years festival, with the theme being 'Making Art, Making Home'. We also announced that after 13 years of being a C.I.C, we are now a registered charity! This is a big thing for CIS and we were delighted to share the celebrastion with over 100 people who have been a part of our organisation over the years. |
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