Student Action for Refugees
UCL Geography’s Student Action for Refugees (STAR) empowers students to support refugees and asylum seekers through volunteering, campaigns, and awareness-raising across the UK.
About UCL STAR
UCL STAR focuses on supporting refugees and asylum seekers through awareness, volunteering, and campaigning activities across the UK.
What We Do
UCL STAR provides students with opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of refugees and asylum seekers. Through a mix of awareness-raising, volunteering, and advocacy, members contribute both practically and politically to support those navigating the challenges of life in the UK.
Highlight the contributions and achievements of refugees and asylum seekers.
Educate the public on challenges faced by those seeking asylum in the UK.
Engage with local refugee projects and initiatives.
Advocate for refugees and asylum seekers, including policy change.
Our Current Campaign Focus
UCL STAR concentrates its efforts on key issues affecting refugees and asylum seekers in the UK. Members engage in campaigns that combine advocacy, awareness, and practical support to make a meaningful impact.
Do
Take Action and Make a Difference
Support campaigns against destitution, prevent deportation of minors to conflict zones, and challenge negative impacts of immigration detention.
Don't
Harm or Misrepresent
Do not spread misinformation or negative stereotypes about refugees, and never ignore opportunities to contribute to advocacy or practical support.
Get Involved
There are many ways to take part in UCL STAR’s work. Whether attending events, joining campaigns, or contributing practical support, every action helps improve the lives of refugees and asylum seekers.
Attend sessions with experts and advocates.
Help influence policy change.
Donate clothes, toys, and essentials for those in need.
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