7 March 2022
Over the last few years, images of men, women and children fleeing war zones and making dangerous and often fatal sea and land crossings have become tragically familiar.
According to the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) over 82.4 million people, greater than the entire population of the UK, are currently forcibly displaced from their homes. The vast majority are internally displaced within their own countries or living in neighbouring countries - very few reach UK shores. When they do, they need sanctuary: a place of safety. Manchester has City of Sanctuary status: it is committed to the vision that every person seeking sanctuary feels part of a supportive community that understands and accepts them.
Under the umbrella of Cities of Sanctuary, there are schools of sanctuary too.
A School of Sanctuary is a place of welcome for all; it educates about why people are forcibly displaced. At CHS, we recognise that the UK is enriched by new arrivals and we are on a continuous journey to support students from all backgrounds to feel seen, supported and included. We take pride in the fact that our Community of Belonging promotes well-being and community cohesion, and we can’t wait to share this with the School of Sanctuary team.
