Wherever we come from, we all have a right to feel safe. That’s why we are building a more welcoming community for people rebuilding their lives in the Wakefield District, promoting and encouraging the inclusion of refugees and sanctuary seekers.

Offering welcome and support

Wakefield District City of Sanctuary charity offers welcome and inclusion to people coming to our district whose lives are in danger in their own countries. We encourage communities, voluntary groups, faith and community organisations to welcome and assist asylum seekers and refugees. We want to highlight, communicate and celebrate stories of positive contributions by asylum seekers and refugees, as well as challenging hostility and discrimination.

Donations

We need your help. Every week we supply shoes and clothing, operate a food store, offer advice and support and social opportunities from our base at The Sanctuary, St Michael’s Hall, Wakefield. Your donation will ensure that we are able to continue our much needed and varied work.

Volunteer with Us

We depend on a wonderful group of volunteers who come from all walks of life; some came to this country as asylum seekers themselves. There are many different ways you can volunteer – from giving English lessons online to helping in person at the food bank or clothing store from our base at The Sanctuary, St Michael’s Hall.

A City of Sanctuary

Wakefield District City of Sanctuary is part of the national City of Sanctuary movement.

For Refugees and Asylum Seekers

If you are here as an asylum seeker, or have been settled here as a refugee, we want to welcome you to our city. To find help visit the Welcome to Wakefield website. There you will find advice and links to lots of organisations that can assist you in many different ways.