our
story
Kent Refugee Action Network (KRAN) was established in 2003 to support refugees and asylum seekers (RAS) in Kent. Over the past years, it has grown to develop several projects in response to the needs of young RAS.
One of our first projects, which continues today, is the mentoring partnership project matching local volunteers in the community with young people.
Teaching and independent living skills have been delivered for the past 10 years through our Learning for Life project in Folkestone and Canterbury to support young people transitioning to college and other vocational pathways.
We have established an advocacy and support project to ensure that young people receive the best support and services as they transition to life in the UK.
We continue to raise awareness about the challenges our young people face, develop opportunities to engage with the local community and ensure that their voices are heard.
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OUR VISION
For young people seeking asylum in the UK as refugees to be safe, belong and build hope for a better future
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OUR MISSION
Working with young refugee and asylum seekers (RAS) who are striving to live fulfilled, independent lives in our communities to which they actively contribute
our objectives
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To be resilient, reflective, responsive, visible and recognized as experts in our field
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Build sustainable community relationships and cohesive networks so that RAS Young People can be effectively supported and accepted
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Create life choices for RAS Young People so they can fulfil their potential through developing positive pathways towards their aspirations
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Provide RAS Young People with wellbeing, safety net and crisis management services to ensure mental wealth at all times
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Develop RAS Young People capability to be heard and clearly understood, amplifying their voices so they can champion their agenda, establishing listening channels with service providers to inform and influence policy and practice
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Define and implement the outcomes and measurements that demonstrate and reinforce KRAN’s good practice model and leadership approach for outreach, collaboration, sharing, and partnership working to support RAS Young People in Kent
our services
At KRAN, we are always open to new ideas and suggestions on getting involved and supporting our work. Please don’t hesitate to contact our CEO and let her know of ways that you might be interested in helping our young people, either individually or through your organization. For example, by offering a placement opportunity or apprentice to one of our young people, or offering in-kind support in something you have skills and expertise in as a one-off masterclass etc.
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Learning for life
An education programme for young asylum seekers. It is the only programme of its kind in the UK. We have a proven track record of providing our young people with the necessary skills to gain college entry.
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ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT
We are helping young refugees in their transition to life in the UK. Our young people can often be isolated, have mental health issues or need a helping hand and someone to talk to.
our Future plans
The new plan has six strategic priorities and is more focused on engaging young refugees and asylum seekers to use their lived experiences to inform our work and others. We want to thank Paul Venning, Lloyds Bank Foundation Associate, for consulting and drafting this plan.
