We have signed a letter, alongside 60 other organisations asking the government to cancel a controversial new policy
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Family Reunion Suspension
PERN is aware of the Home Secretary’s decision to suspend Refugee Family Reunion applications. This is a sad and wrong decision…
Scholarships Open
PERN Legal and Info would like to invite you to apply for a £1300 scholarship to support you to qualify at IAA Level 2 (Asylum and Protection).
Great Get Together 2025
On 31st August join us in Castle Park (opposite Penrith Train Station) for our annual Great Get Together, including a picnic and games. All are welcome.
Penrith Celebrates Refugee Week with PERN
We were delighted to host a joyful celebration of the diverse and supportive community that exists in Cumbria to mark the start of Refugee Week 2025.
Job – Admin and Advice Worker (Barrow)
We are recruiting for an Admin and Advice Worker (part time – 2 days a week) to support the Barrow branch of our PERN Legal & Info service.
A Call for Free Speech in Iraqi Kurdistan
“I recently participated in a demonstration held in Newcastle to stand in solidarity with those fighting for freedom of speech in Iraqi Kurdistan. This peaceful protest aimed to draw attention to the alarming restrictions on press freedom and the growing threats faced by journalists in the region.”
Refugee Week Event in Penrith
Join Penrith and Eden Refugee Network on Saturday 7th June from 11am-2pm at St Andrews Churchyard in Penrith to mark Refugee Week 2025.
Proud to present at NACCOM Conference
We were delighted to have staff members James Adamson and Gamal Hawam among the speakers for the workshop ‘The Justice Gap: Expanding access to immigration advice’ at the NACCOM National Conference.
PERN English is now in Wigton!
When PERN heard that people seeking asylum were now placed in Wigton, we alerted the local community and amazing community organisations and new volunteers came forward…