MAKING STRIDES - REFUGEES' EMPLOYMENT TRAJECTORIES IN YORKSHIRE AND THE HUMBER

INTRODUCTION In recent years, the UK government has introduced several bespoke humanitarian routes in response to global events such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the collapse of the Afghan government and resurgence of the Taliban, and the placing of restrictions on Hongkongers’ freedoms by the Chinese government. [...] Ukrainians on the Homes for Ukraine scheme and the Ukraine Family Scheme The Homes for Ukraine scheme and the Ukraine Family Scheme were introduced by the UK government in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. [...] So, I’m happy with the environment, with the atmosphere, with how supportive the staff, the colleagues, and the senior colleagues are, and especially the manager.” Sense of belonging For those new to working in the UK, feeling valued and appreciated, and receiving a warm welcome from their employer, can make all the difference. [...] If you think that a client was tough, and it’s a difficult case, feel free to take a break, and just distance from the job for a little while, and then start again.’ The environment is very compassionate and understanding.” Recognising the lived experiences of employees who are refugees and people with humanitarian leave and the unique perspectives they bring to a role and workplace was a common t. [...] 32 IPPR | Making strides: Refugees’ employment trajectories in Yorkshire and the Humber The first plausible reason is the difficulty refugees and people with humanitarian leave face in having their qualifications recognised in the UK and the long process it takes to get back to their original sector of work.