Building a better future for refugees & migrants in the UK
The brand is here. The website is coming.
Our new look is live and the next step is almost here. A website built to connect, support and empower refugees and migrants in every step of their journey.
Negative stereotypes and broken systems in the UK mean that 75% of refugees and migrants have no opportunities beyond low-paid, entry-level employment. ACH aims to redefine, recentre and rebuild this process to end the cycle of poverty.
Our vision is to empower refugees and migrants who reside in the UK to lead self-sufficient and ambitious lives. We believe that increased access to support, training and education creates spaces and opportunities for people to thrive.
Our #RethinkingRefugee campaign channels this vision and aims to re-evaluate and reshape the ways refugees are seen, portrayed and integrated.
Join us in supporting refugees and migrants to build a better, brighter future.
When I first applied, I was excited – but I did not realise how much this experience would shape me both professionally and personally. My motivation for joining ACH came from a real desire to gain hands-on-experience in consultancy, business analysis and collaborating directly with clients. The idea of contributing to community development through entrepreneurship felt like something that aligned with my values. I was especially drawn to the chance to support people as they start and grow their businesses here in the UK.
While his skills were strong, his unfamiliarity with the UK system, limited English, and lack of local work experience became significant barriers. Finding employment and building a stable life was not just about his qualifications – it meant adapting to a completely new country, culture, and way of doing things.
ACH are pleased that the White Paper recognises the role of migration in shaping and strengthening Britain, and the importance of effective integration support. In his speech, the Prime Minister stated that ‘when people come to our country, they should also commit to integration, to learning our language’. We know from our work that migrant and refugee communities are keen to participate and contribute. There is a strong desire to learn a good standard of English, with long waiting lists for ESOL (English language classes).
