, Author at Penrith And Eden Refugee Network

PERN Strategy 26-29

PERN members gathered recently for a Strategy Day and soon we will publish our 2026 to 2029 Strategic Plan for consultation.

Great Get Together 2026

On 30th August join us in Castle Park (opposite Penrith Train Station) for our annual Great Get Together, including a picnic and games. All are welcome.

Sign the Unify Cumbria Statement

Unify Cumbria is an alliance of charities and community groups in Cumbria, including PERN, who have come together in response to the continued spread of hate and division being pushed all across our beautiful county.

Volunteers Needed – Escape to Safety

Are you interested in helping to raise awareness of the plight of asylum seekers coming to this country? We’re looking for volunteers to help with a powerful exhibition that is coming to Ullswater Community College in 2026

Escape To Safety – Community Session

If you had 5 minutes to leave your home… what three things would you take? Global Link’s Escape to Safety is an immersive experience that will put you in the shoes of someone who is fleeing their country…

Job – Legal Adviser and Service Coordinator

PERN are looking for someone sharp and determined to lead our Carlisle-based PERN Legal and Info service, skilfully navigating the current hostile environment for asylum seekers and refugees.

Celebrating Eid, Nowruz and the equinox

This weekend Eid, Nowruz, the spring equinox and Mother’s Day all coincided. Each festival has its own symbols, traditions and customs but they all bring messages of hope, love and joy.

International Women’s Day – Stories

Here are the stories of Noor and Fatima, talking about their experiences to offer a more inclusive storytelling for International Women’s Day 2026.

Escape To Safety Volunteers

We’re looking for volunteers to support ‘Escape to Safety’ an interactive, multi-media walk-through exhibition where you put yourself in asylum seekers’ shoes.