Baobab Women’s Project advocates for refugee and migrant women transitioning through the government systems. When it comes to tackling gender-based violence, the big picture for Baobab is the need to change the structure of the system. Their aim is to make seeking protection, or migrating abroad, a clear process that’s easy for women to navigate. This will help to ensure women aren’t left in exploitative situations relying on others for their basic needs.
As part of #16DaysofActivism, Baobab Women’s Project has created the first infographic in a three-part series designed to simplify the transition journeys women take once they get to the UK. The process of claiming asylum and seeking appropriate support is long, complex, and often traumatic. These image-based documents are simplified versions of an in-depth document covering the migrant to refugee to citizen journey. Each will be translated into a range of languages.
Baobab gives confidential advice and assistance to women on immigration, health, financial and housing issues, as well as information on other projects and services, colleges and support groups. We focus on undocumented and asylum seeking women, and help newly granted refugees and settled women access established community services. The team prioritises women who have been affected by gender violence and trafficking.
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