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Destitution campaign
The UK government is forcing refused asylum seekers into destitution to try to make them return to terrifying situations.
It’s inhumane, and it’s ineffective. The government has admitted forcing asylum seekers into destitution doesn’t encourage them to return*.
We're proposing sensible, fair alternatives.
Take action now!
E-mail your MP - It couldn’t be easier – and it could make a real difference.
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Donate - we currently provide essential services to thousands of refused asylum seekers. Your support will mean we can continue to provide a lifeline for those coping with extreme hardship as a result of being refused asylum.
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Frequently Asked Questions (click to download Word document)
We are campaigning with the Still Human Still Here coalition
*When a similar process was piloted with families, it was found to have no significant effect on the number of returns.
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