Refugee and Asylum Seeker Support Project

In July 2001, CIAC set up a support service for asylum seekers and refugees. This meant that for the first time we were able to offer ongoing social welfare casework and advocacy for this client group, complimenting CIAC’s traditional expertise in immigration and asylum law. The support project provides sign-posting, advice and support on all aspects of social welfare, including accessing National Asylum Support service (NASS) and mainstream benefits, housing, employment and education.

Welfare benefits advice line open on Mondays, 10am to 1pm

Alternatively you can call (020) 7462 1283 to arrange an appointment. If you have access to email, you can contact the Asylum Seeker and Refugee Support Project Worker by writing to ras@ciac.co.uk.

Please note that the RAS project does not assist with legal queries that refugees and asylum seekers may face. You can click here for legal advice for refugees and asylum seekers.

GIF image of CIAC's logo plus: Chinese Information and Advice Centre Legal Advice Helpline: (020) 7462 1285 [Wednesday and Friday, 10am to 1pm] Immigration and Asylum Seeker's Drop-In Service: Mondays, 10:30am to 4pm Women's Support Domestic Violence: (020) 7462 1281

Refugee and Asylum Seeker Support Project