The Earned Settlement Joint Briefing is now publicly available, highlighting important discussions around the UK’s proposed earned settlement framework and its potential implications for people seeking asylum and migrant communities. […]
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African Rainbow Family has won the Community Organisation Award for LGBT at this year’s National Diversity Awards in association with HSBC UK. It’s a huge achievement as from over 85,000
We are incredibly proud and humbled to announce that African Rainbow Family (ARF) has won the 2026 National Diversity Award for Community Organisation – LGBT! This recognition is deeply meaningful
When we use the term “asylum seeker,” I believe it is important to remember the person behind the label. It is also important to stress the person before their experience
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Manchester City continues to demonstrate its strong support for Manchester Pride and the LGBTQ+ community. Our CEO, Aderonke Apata, was honoured to be present at the event, joining others in celebrating
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Our CEO, Aderonke Apata, alongside two members of staff, attended the Manchester Lord Mayor’s Pride Reception on Thursday 27 August 2026 at Manchester Central Library. Hosted by the Lord Mayor of Manchester,
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Congratulations to all the Siblings of the African Rainbow Family for winning The Ruby Slipper Award (Best Walking Group) at the Manchester Pride Parade, yesterday, Saturday 29th August 2026! We didn’t
African Rainbow Family won The Ruby Slipper Award (Best Walking Group) Read More »
We closed our Pride calendar with an unforgettable day at Manchester Village Pride. Despite the heavy rain and severe weather, over 100 of our Siblings came together and marched proudly
Manchester Pride: Standing Together, Whatever the Weather 🌈 Read More »
Our summer of community and advocacy continued this past weekend as the African Rainbow Family team and siblings came together for Chester Pride on Saturday, 15th August 2026! It was
Chester Pride 2026: A Powerful Day of Community & Solidarity! Read More »
What an incredible day! On Saturday, August 8th, the ARF family gathered on the vibrant Kent coast for Margate Pride 2026, and it was an unforgettable celebration from start to
Margate Pride 2026: A Waves-and-Rainbows Celebration of Love & Community! Read More »
