About Brij

Brij (a Bridge to Resources, Integration & Justice) is a community-based group supporting people living in Direct Provision centers in the Cork City area.
BRIJ Gardening Projects at Direct Provision Centres in Cork 2021-2022 
(Thanks to BRIJ Volunteer Eileen for driving the projects & providing many of the pics)

Since 2016

We came together in 2016 as a group of volunteers, asylum seekers, refugees and people of different nationalities living locally

In the Cork City Area
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Our Aims

  • to encourage friendships
  • to provide social support for migrants living in or recently left Direct Provision Centres in Cork
  • to promote Social justice, respect & understanding between different cultures

Supporting Integration & the Transition into the Local Community
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Through

  • organising and supporting suitable volunteers
  • signposting to support resources
  • connecting with support professionals & NGO's
  • encouraging learning & advancement;- both educational & vocational
  • helping with English & paperwork
  • supporting pre-school, homework & parenting initiatives
  • organising intercultural events
  • showcasing & encouraging creativity & talent
  • providing film screenings
  • liaising with centre management
  • identifying education IT resources where needed
  • assisting with transportation for education
  • promoting integration
  • clarifying the asylum process

Volunteering, Sign Posting, Organising & Connecting
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