Faith

If Faith Communities embrace the courage of Refugees, how can we ensure that they are made welcome and supported in their new life?

So many of our communities were established with and by refugees and migrants to our country. What are the perspectives of faith folk on migration and refugees and how can we contribute positively to the current situation.

Faith Network for Manchester will start with the thoughts of faith leaders involved in work supporting refugees and open the dialogue to hear the range of opinions and thoughts of those present.

This consultation is to determine the extent and vitality of the ‘interfaith sector’, and what resources or support may be required to help.

The Working Party on the Future of Interfaith in England would like to invite you to a consultation for the North West region hosted by the Faith Network for Manchester. The event is one of nine regional consultations taking place across England between now and the end of May.

Join Shoosmiths for the first webinar in their #Masterclass series for 2026: #Masterclass | Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. 

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Join this informal research café exploring the ways in which cultural institutions and faith spaces bring people together.

This exhibition from Polonia Northern England uncovers the remarkable history of a Polish community (Polonia) deported and displaced during WWII. Through photographs, letters, and personal documents, it showcases experiences of forced deportation, war crimes, refuge, and significant contributions to Britain’s freedom. The exhibition also explores post-war resettlement in exile in Northern England and community efforts to maintain cultural identity whilst Poland was under communist rule.