Who is this programme for?
This programme is available at no cost for frontline workers in London's homelessness and migrant sectors, immigration solicitors, and local authority staff.
Upcoming drop-ins
You can drop in at any time, but please book a spot so we know you’re coming.
Upcoming training
We’ll be sharing new training course dates every quarter throughout the programme.
All sessions are free, and you’re welcome to join just one or as many as you like. Spaces are limited, so be sure to book your spot!
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Practical support for non-UK nationals sleeping rough
A practical training for London frontline workers on how to support people experiencing homelessness with immigration issues, covering the boundaries of immigration advice, evidence gathering, and accessing legal aid and support services.
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Housing options for non-UK rough sleepers
A London-only training for frontline workers on housing options for people experiencing homelessness who are migrants, covering entitlements, alternative accommodation routes, and support where immigration status limits access to mainstream housing.
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Understanding trauma in refugees, people seeking sanctuary and migrant communities - an introduction
Online training for staff in the migrant sector and Immigration Solicitors who want to develop their knowledge and understanding of homelessness and rough sleeping in London.
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Understanding rough sleeping and homelessness services in London
Online training for staff in the migrant sector and Immigration Solicitors who want to develop their knowledge and understanding of homelessness and rough sleeping in London.
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Rights and entitlements of homeless EU migrants
A free London-based training for frontline workers supporting EU nationals experiencing homelessness, clarifying post-Brexit rights and entitlements, including access to welfare benefits, housing, and alternative support options.
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Practical support for non-UK nationals sleeping rough
A practical training for London frontline workers on how to support people experiencing homelessness with immigration issues, covering the boundaries of immigration advice, evidence gathering, and accessing legal aid and support services.
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Understanding rough sleeping and homelessness services in London
Online training for staff in the migrant sector and Immigration Solicitors who want to develop their knowledge and understanding of homelessness and rough sleeping in London.
Bitesize learning and resources
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Evidencing Immigration Status
Updated: 23/1/26
Rights to benefits, housing, and healthcare often depend on immigration status. Many services require proof of status, and not having it can limit access. Watch this short e-learning video to learn more about evidencing immigration status.
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Making a No Time Limit (NTL) application
Updated: 20/1/26
Learn how non-accredited individuals can apply for a No Time Limit (NTL) to help those with Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) get an eVisa—explained in this quick eLearning video.
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EU Rights and the AT Case - where are we now?
Updated: 04/11/24
Bethan Lant from Praxis features in this webinar to discuss and share resources on EU Rights and the AT Case.
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What to do about eVisas
Updated: 09/10/24
In this video and related resources, Bethan Lant from Praxis explains how to support clients with their eVisas, including a step-by-step guide on the application process.
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Finding legal representation for asylum and immigration issues
Updated: 15/8/24
In this 30 minute video, Bethan Lant from Praxis explains what steps you can take help people you're working with find legal representation for their asylum and immigration issues.
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Navigating immigration status transitions
Updated: 15/8/24
The shift from no or limited immigration status to gaining status, like refugee status, is a critical period linked to homelessness risk. This 30 minute video offers guidance to those assisting individuals who have recently acquired status, advising on best practices to enhance their chances of securing accommodation.
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Asylum and migration rights
Updated: 15/8/24
Three short videos (approx. 15 minutes each) of a general overview of the rights of non-UK nationals experiencing homelessness for new starters.
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Supporting migrants with mental and physical health needs
Updated: 15/8/24
Three short videos (approx. 5 to 10 minutes each) on supporting non-UK nationals with physical and mental health needs, including drug and alcohol dependence.
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Accessing drug and alcohol services for migrants experiencing homelessness
Updated: 15/8/24
This 40 minute video explores practical tools for supporting non-UK nationals to access substance misuse services.
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Roma Homelessness
Updated: 31/7/24
Guidance on Roma homelessness with links to free training for homelessness service providers who support Roma communities.
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Supporting Migrant Women
Updated: 21/3/24
This briefing provides ‘Top Tips from the Frontline’ on how to support migrant women.
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Substance misuse toolkit for migrants experiencing homelessness
Updated: 15/8/24
This toolkit aims to help non-UK nationals who are experiencing homelessness in London to access substance misuse treatment and support.
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Asylum Support and Schedule 10 Applications
Updated: 02/2/24
This webinar recording outlines asylum support applications as well as what Schedule 10 is and how it can be used to support migrants facing homelessness and adversity.
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Welfare Benefits for EU Nationals
Updated: 02/2/24
This webinar lays out the fundamental principles of welfare benefit entitlements for EU nationals with different immigration statuses.
Resources and training from other organisations
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Migrant Accommodation Pathways Support service
Open to any professional working with a non-UK national rough sleeping in London or at risk of doing so, St Mungo's MAPS service have created an e-learning series on Delivering International Reconnections.
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Roma rough sleeping service
St Mungo’s are delivering a Roma rough sleeping service. The aim of the service is to ensure no-one from the Roma community has to sleep rough in London. St Mungo’s work with partners across the statutory, voluntary and faith based services.
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Shelter's training on Supporting homeless migrants
Learn how to support homeless migrants and refugees, with training for housing and homelessness staff, and voluntary and community groups. Delivered in partnership with Praxis.