Integration and Immigration Support (Project Esperanza)

Availability : Edinburgh Wide

Who is this for?

People from migrant, refugee, and asylum-seeking backgrounds.

Description

Project Esperanza is a community-led organisation dedicated to supporting refugees, migrants, and individuals seeking asylum in Edinburgh. We provide comprehensive family support, integration services, and advocacy in areas such as housing, welfare, immigration, human rights, and anti-racism.

Additionally, we offer employability services and run a youth group to deliver holistic support to families from migrant, refugee, and asylum-seeking backgrounds.

How do I access this?

  • Self referral

Is there a cost?

Free

Location information

Thorn House is an accessible venue with an elevator, taxis to the office can be provided if absolutely necessary.

Opening times

Monday09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday09:00 - 16:00
Thursday09:00 - 16:00
Friday09:00 - 16:00
SaturdayCLOSED
SundayCLOSED
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Contact Details

Irene Samuda

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Types of support on offer:

Advocacy
Information and advice
Support from someone with similar experience

Type of services on offer:

Housing, benefits, debt
Isolation
Learning, employability, volunteering
Relationships and Family Life

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