The Drop In Centre
Our Drop In Centre is at the heart of what we do.
It offers a safe space to socialise, make friends, practise English, and volunteering.
A Safe Space
Our Drop In Centre offers a safe space for refugees and people seeking asylum to enjoy a cup of tea, socialise and make friends.
It helps refugees to build their support networks and integrate with the local community. It helps to combat loneliness and isolation, and improves mental health.
Learning English
Our team of brilliant volunteers help refugees practice and learn English at the Drop In through informal English conversation.
Refugees can practise and improve their English language skills, learn about UK culture, and get help with coursework. This builds their confidence, encourages integration and increases their employability.
Monday Drop In
Time: 10:30am – 1pm
Address: RISC Hall, 35-39 London Street, Reading, RG1 4PS
Our Monday Drop In provides a safe space to socialise, make friends, practise English, hear the latest news, and refreshments are also available!
The entrance to the Main Hall is at the back of the RISC building and is accessed via the alley to the right of World Shop on London Street.
Wednesday Drop In Centre
Time: 10am – 12pm
Address: Reading Quaker’s Meeting House, 2 Church St, Reading RG1 2SB
Our Wednesday Drop In provides a safe space to socialise, make friends and enjoy some refreshments. This drop-in solely focuses on practising English. Laptops are set up for out clients to use and our volunteers are more than happy to help with any homework given by college.
The entrance to the Main Hall is at the back of the RISC building and is accessed via the alley to the right of World Shop on London Street.
Friday Drop In Centre
Time: 2pm-4pm
Address: Atrium Café, Greyfriars Church, Friar Street, Reading RG1 1EH
Our Friday Drop In provides a safe space for refugees to socialise, make friends, enjoy some refreshments and access support. The session is held at one of our Sanctuary Cafes.
Led by our Befrienders and staff, at the Drop In refugees can get advice, meet with charities, statutory agencies and employers, and be signposted to specialist services. We distribute resources and opportunities each week, set people up on our Befriending programme, and help them to find longer-term accommodation.
We also have an English for Grannies group running at the Friday Drop In, primarily for Ukrainian refugees that want to learn the language.
Seasonal Activities and Trips
We organise special activities throughout the year at our Monday Drop Ins, including Christmas, Easter, Eid, Black History Month and more.
We also organise trips to different places for our Drop In visitors see different places. Previous trips have gone to Bournemouth, Henley, Beale Park and more.
